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Join us as we celebrate the achievements of GKAR Members in 2024, recognize those who have worked tirelessly to make GKAR a prominent real estate association, and install the incoming leadership, setting the tone for the year ahead. View photos from last year's event. |
Date |
Friday, December 6th, 2024 |
Time |
11:30 am - 1:45 pm (doors open at 11:00 am) |
Venue |
Radisson Plaza Hotel Ballroom, Kalamazoo |
Why Attend? |
Connect with other GKAR Members and honor the dedicated individuals whose contributions have helped shape Kalamazoo's thriving real estate industry, including the 2025 REALTOR® of the Year and 2025 Philip P. Perry Good Neighbor Award recipient. A delicious lunch with dessert, and a complimentary drink ticket, are included in your admission. A cash bar is also available.
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Parking |
Park in the Radisson Parking Garage, bring your Radisson Parking entry ticket inside to receive your validation sticker. Valet parking validation is not available. |
Attire |
Dress to impress! This is GKAR's most formal event of the year. Holiday, business professional, and/or cocktail attire is encouraged. |
Again This Year |
Based on Member feedback, we've taken steps to expedite the check-in process. Therefore, ribbons and nametags will not be distributed this year. |
Admission & Registration
Registration Deadline | Pre-registration is required by Thursday, November 21st, 2024 at 3:00 pm - so we may have an accurate count for printed programs, entrees, desserts, and beverage tickets.* |
GKAR REALTOR® Members | Admission is complimentary. |
Non-Member Guests | Admission is $40 per guest. |
GKAR Business Partners* |
Platinum Sponsors - Admission is complimentary for up to Five (5) Members. |
Diamond Sponsors - Admission is complimentary for up to Four (4) Members. | |
Gold Sponsors - Admission is complimentary for up to Four (4) Members. | |
Silver/Bronze Sponsors - Admission is complimentary for up to Three (3) Members. | |
Non-Sponsors - Admission is complimentary for up to Two (2) Members. | |
*Admission is $40 per Additional Business Partner Member. |
*Admission may be available at the door - only if space allows. For this reason, pre-registration is strongly recommended. Non-Member/Business Partner/Additional Business Partner Sponsor admission is $40 per person and will be billed on November 22nd, 2024. Cancellations must be made no later than 3:00 pm, on Thursday, November 21st, 2024. No refunds will be issued after November 21st. A no-show fee of $40/person will be assessed following the event, for those who register, but do not attend.
Menu
🌿 Salad |
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🍽️ Entree |
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🍮 Dessert |
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Awards
At Installation, we recognize and celebrate Members who go above and beyond in their personal and professional lives.
Leadership & Officers |
Past Presidents |
Committee Chairs & Committee Members |
Business Partners |
Retiring Directors |
Years of Service Awards: Half Century, GKAR Emeritus, and Quarter Century |
Philip P. Perry Good Neighbor Award |
REALTOR® of the Year Award |
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