Inforum—A professional women’s alliance, is an organization that aims to empower professional women to “lead and succeed”. The organization puts on numerous programs throughout the year providing social, educational, and networking opportunities to women business owners. These events allow women entrepreneurs to learn more about other women-owned businesses in their area so that they can continue to empower the women within their community. On Thursday, June 17, Inforum held a networking dinner event at the Thousand Oaks Golf Club in Grand Rapids. The event entitled “An Evening with Entrepreneurs” provided attendees with a beautiful dinner and the chance to learn from influential West Michigan women entrepreneurs. After dinner, a panel discussion was held in which four entrepreneurs shared their professional struggles and experiences in opening and owning a business. The panel included Amy Engelsman, CEO of Proos Manufacturing, Joan Epperson, President of Global Business Solutions & Associates, LLC, Dr. Barbara Helms, Owner of Helms Family Optical, and Catherine Lazarock, President of our very own Symplicity Communications, Inc.

Read more about this event on Inforum’s web site or check out a radio interview to hear several panelists give their thoughts on the event.