A2Y Chamber Event : Celebrating Women in Business

A2Y Chamber Event:The Ultimate Networking Workshop A Fun Confidence Boost Thursday March 12, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cynthia D'Amour, MBA is an engagement strategist Join Cynthia D’Amour, engagement strategist and Founder of Cynthia's Confidence Gym. She is the author of seven books, including Networking: The Skill the Schools Forgot to Teach. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn—and practice—how to: Start engaging conversations with anyone Exit conversations with grace and confidence Work a room with ease The final 30 minutes will transform into a mini networking event, giving you the chance to immediately apply what you’ve learned, build confidence, and connect with fellow A2Y Chamber members in a supportive environment. Come ready to roll up your sleeves, participate in guided exercises, and have fun making new connections! Special thanks to Strive Workspaces for hosting this event at their Ann Arbor location: 4750 Venture Drive, Suite 400. Register   Headline Lunch with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell Friday March 13, 2026 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM

This annual Headline Lunch provides an opportunity for Congresswoman Dingell to share a “State of the 6th District” with the community. These informative and detailed remarks are a highlight of our Headline Lunch programing and a tradition with Congresswoman Dingell since 2015. Debbie always provides insight, passion, and context for our guests. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell represents Michigan's 6th District, which includes all of Washtenaw County, significant parts of Wayne County, and communities in Monroe and Oakland Counties. Now in her sixth term in the United States House of Representatives, Congresswoman Dingell serves on the Energy and Commerce Committee and the Natural Resources Committee, where she leads on critical issues including affordable and accessible health care, clean energy and water, domestic manufacturing, and supply chain resilience, and protecting our wildlife and natural resources. She also co-chairs the Great Lakes Task Force and is the founder and chair of the new Heartland Caucus, which seeks to effectively highlight and increase the contributions and electoral might of the Midwest, and chairs the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. Register

A2Y Chamber Event:Early Edition Celebrating Women in Business

Wednesday Mar 18, 2026

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Millie Chu, Founder & CEO, Global Entrepreneurship Lab and Nashia Frye, Owner, No Label Juice and Danielle Jones, Publisher, Ann Arbor Observer (picture not available).

Join us for a special edition of the A2Y Chamber Early Edition Breakfast as we honor women in business during Women's History Month with an inspiring morning of connection, leadership, and celebration! This vibrant gathering brings together entrepreneurs, executives, and emerging leaders from across the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti region for an empowering experience that highlights the incredible contributions women make in the world of business.

Kick-start your day with delicious breakfast bites and meaningful networking opportunities before hearing from dynamic women who are shaping the future of our community. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, gain fresh insights, or simply celebrate the achievements of women in business, this event is the perfect place to connect, learn, and be inspired.

What to Expect:

• Inspiring stories and insights from women leaders
• Opportunities to build new professional connections
• A welcoming environment to share ideas and celebrate successes
• A chance to kick off your morning energized and empowered

Don’t miss this celebration of leadership, innovation, and community — a meaningful way to uplift, support, and amplify women in business throughout Women's History Month!

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