Startup Grind - Kalamazoo will host Chris Lampen-Crowell (Gazelle Sports) in January

The next Startup Grind - Kalamazoo fireside chat will host Chris Lampen-Crowell on Thursday, January 15, 2015.

Chris is a co-founder of Gazelle Sports, which began in Downtown Kalamazoo in 1985. A goal in the very beginning of the rChris Lampen-Powelletail store was to give back to the community. Now with two additional locations in Grand Rapids and Holland, they are able to measure how they impact the communities as a Certified Benefit Corporation (B Corp).


Chris' areas of focus are Community Outreach, Marketing, Web Site and Downtown Kalamazoo issues.His favorite part of working at Gazelle Sports is being surrounded by a culture of people, employees and customers, who support healthy living.


Chris is a recognizable figure in the community, especially at Gazelle Sportswear sponsored events. The MLive article shows Chris cheering on participants at the One One Run. which benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kalamazoo.


Just over a year ago, Chris was interviewed by Kzoo Uncaged. On ThursdayJanuary 15th, come to the Startup Grind - Kalamazoo fireside interview at Maestro (401 E. Michigan, Suite 202, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 – above Food Dance). Hear Chris talk more about his story, meet him in person, and see why it is important to Keep Moving!


Food will be available starting at 6pm, with the interview starting at 7pm.  Book your ticket and invite your friends to join our community.


Purchase Your Ticket: http://www.eventbrite.com/14768764773

We will have a mix of founders and entrepreneurial-minded leaders from a mix of industries, and with diverse backgrounds and knowledge, over the coming year at Startup Grind. Join our community today and tell us what you want to see, do, and learn!

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