West Michigan Tech Talent

?? Tech Trails is Just 2 Days Away! ?? ?? Beginner-Friendly Trail at Roselle Park ?? ?? Roselle Park – 1010 Grand River Dr NE, Ada ?? March 12th ? 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM We’re just 2 days away from our next Tech Trails event! Whether you're looking to expand your network, enjoy the fresh air, or just take a break from your screen—this is the perfect chance to do it. The forecast is 50° and sunny—the perfect time to come out of winter hibernation and hit the trails! ?? ?? Register here: [https://lnkd.in/gAahaNSg] #TechTrails #Networking #WestMichigan #GetOutside #Community

?? Grow Blk Tech "Community Open House" Join Grow Blk Tech at Baxter Community Center for a free event exploring the world of technology! ?? Date: March 27, 2025 ? Time: 4 PM – 6 PM ?? Location: Baxter Community Center, Grand Rapids, MI ?? What’s to Expect: ? Tech Industry Data Report – Insights from West Michigan Tech Talent ? Fireside-style chat with Keli Christopher, Ph.D., STEM Greenhouse ? Software Highlight featuring Atomic Object ? Light refreshments and beverages provided A great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with the tech community! ?? [https://lnkd.in/gdVx--57] #GrowBlkTech #TechNetworking #STEM #WestMichiganTechTalent

?? One Week Away! ?? ?? Next Event: Beginner-Friendly Trail at Roselle Park ?? ?? Roselle Park – 1010 Grand River Dr NE, Ada ?? March 12th ? 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM We’re just one week away from our next Tech Trails hike! Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly walk at Roselle Park—meet new people, enjoy the fresh air, and make connections in a unique and casual setting. Let’s keep the momentum going and make this year just as successful as the last. If you haven’t signed up yet, now’s the time! ?? Register here: [https://lnkd.in/gAahaNSg] Looking forward to seeing everyone on the trails! ??♂???? #TechTrails #Networking #WestMichigan #GetOutside #Community

?? Shoutout to Root Functional Medicine and The Right Place, Inc. for creating spaces where women in tech can connect, collaborate, and thrive! If you're in Grand Rapids, don’t miss this Coffee Circle—a perfect way to build community over great conversations.

T-minus 12 days! ?? ?? Next Event: Beginner-Friendly Trail at Roselle Park ?? ?? Roselle Park – 1010 Grand River Dr NE, Ada ?? March 12th ? 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly trail walk at Roselle Park. Meet new faces, get some fresh air, and connect with the Tech Trails community. Let’s make this year just as successful and engaging as the last—more hikes, more connections, and more time enjoying West Michigan’s amazing trails! ?? Register here: [https://lnkd.in/gAahaNSg] Stay tuned for more dates and details—see you on the trails! ??♂?? #TechTrails #Networking #WestMichigan #GetOutside

???? Learn to Code at Django Girls Grand Rapids! Django Girls Grand Rapids is hosting a free, two-day coding workshop for beginners. Whether you've never written a line of code before or want a welcoming space to explore Django, this event is for you! ??? ?? When? ?? March 28th - 29th, 2025 ?? Start Garden, Grand Rapids, MI ?? What to Expect: ? Hands-on coding experience ? Mentorship from experienced developers ? A supportive and inclusive environment ? A chance to build your first web application! This workshop is designed to introduce women to tech, helping them kickstart their journey in programming. Thanks to sponsors, it's completely free to attend! ?? Applications open Feb 15 - March 15, 2025! Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eR-c64Em They only have space for only 40 participants, so apply soon! #DjangoGirls #GrandRapids #WomenInTech #LearnToCode #Python #Django

Future Events Friday ?? | West Michigan Tech Talent We’re gearing up for some incredible events in West Michigan! Whether you're looking to build AI-driven solutions, network in nature, or celebrate our local parks, we’ve got something for you. Check out what’s coming up: ?? AI In Action Conference – AI to Level Up Your Business ?? March 28-29, 2025 Success requires action, not just inspiration! This 2-day intensive conference will help you: ? Build real AI systems in real-time ? Get step-by-step implementation guides ? Learn from women who’ve built multi-million dollar AI companies ?? Grand Rapids, MI ?? Register: [https://lnkd.in/gPkb5SSs] ?? Tech Trails: Hike & Connect ?? March 12, 2025 Tech + Trails = The Perfect Combo! ?????? Join us for a beginner-friendly hike at Roselle Park to network, enjoy fresh air, and build connections. ?? Roselle Park, Ada, MI ?? 4:30 - 5:30 PM ?? Register: [https://lnkd.in/gAahaNSg] ?? Love Your Parks: A Night Out with Friends ?? February 22, 2025 As outdoor enthusiasts, we’re excited to support Friends of Grand Rapids Parks at this incredible event! Expect: ?? Food trucks, custom cocktails, and live music ?? Axe throwing, fire performances & raffle prizes ?? A celebration of our parks, trees, and trails! ?? Richmond Park | ?? 5-8 PM ??? Grab your tickets here: [https://lnkd.in/gbhjeRPm] Let’s take action, make connections, and celebrate our community together! #WomenInAI #SparkAILab #WestMichiganTech #LoveYourParks #CommunityEvents #OutdoorFun #TechTrails #NetworkingOutdoors #TechCommunity

?? Another week, another reminder! ??♂? Tech Trails at Roselle Park is just 3 weeks away! Hoping for clear skies and warmer weather as we kick off this year’s series with a refreshing, beginner-friendly trail walk. ?? March 12, 2025 ?? Roselle Park, Ada ? 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Don’t miss this chance to connect with West Michigan’s tech community while enjoying the great outdoors! ?? Register here: [https://lnkd.in/gAahaNSg] Hope to see you on the trail! ????? #TechTrails #Networking #WestMichiganTech

We ?? helping people find their future in tech. Hastings Insurance Company has summer internships available for: ?? IT Infrastructure Team ?? Data and Business Intelligence ?? Application Development Do you know a local student looking for a #techinternship this summer? Share this with them! If you know of other internships in the region, throw them in the comments to help get eyes on the opportunities. ?? https://lnkd.in/gS_BsvGF #FutureWorkforceFriday #techcareers #innovation

Tech + Trails = The Perfect Combo! ?????? West Michigan Tech Talent is hitting the trails in 2025, and you won’t want to miss it! Join us for Tech Trails, a unique networking experience where fresh air meets fresh ideas. We're kicking things off with a beginner-friendly hike at Roselle Park on March 12—the next of many in our year-round series. ?? Connect with fellow tech professionals ?? Enjoy the outdoors & engaging discussions ??? Build community beyond the screen ?? Roselle Park – 1010 Grand River Dr NE, Ada ?? March 12, 2025 | ?? 4:30 - 5:30 PM ?? Register here: [https://lnkd.in/gAahaNSg] Come for the connections, stay for the scenery. See you on the trail! ???? #TechTrails #WestMichiganTech #NetworkingOutdoors #TechCommunity