Friday, December 5th, 2025  •  Radisson Plaza Ballroom


INSTALLATION

& STATE OF THE ASSOCIATION

Join us as we celebrate the achievements of GKAR Members in 2025, 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.

Doors Open: 11:00 am | Program: 11:30 am - 1:45 pm

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Celebrate, Reflect, Connect

Connect with other GKAR Members and honor the dedicated individuals whose contributions have helped shape Kalamazoo's thriving real estate industry. A delicious lunch with dessert, and a complimentary drink ticket, are included in your admission. A cash bar is also available.

Admission & Registration

Admission is complimentary for GKAR REALTOR® Members. See tabs below for Guests and GKAR Business Partner Admission prices. 

REALTOR® Members

Admission is complimentary for GKAR REALTOR® Members. If you'd like to bring a guest who is not a GKAR Member, admission is $40 per guest.

Important: Each Member must register individually in the GKAR Member Login, to attend. 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 20th, 2025. 

GKAR Business Partner Members

Admission is complimentary for up to Two (2) Members. Admission is $40 per Additional Business Partner Member.

Each Member must register individually* in the GKAR Member Login, to attend. If you exceed the limit for complimentary admissions, you will be charged accordingly for each additional registration, on November 20th, 2025.

Important: Each Member must register individually in the GKAR Member Login, to attend. 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 20th, 2025. 

Platinum Sponsors

Admission is complimentary for up to Five (5) Members.

Each Member must register individually* in the GKAR Member Login, to attend.

If you exceed the limit for complimentary admissions, you will be charged accordingly for each additional registration on November 20th, 2025.

Important: Each Member must register individually in the GKAR Member Login, to attend. 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 20th, 2025. 

Diamond Sponsors

Admission is complimentary for up to Four (4) Members.

Each Member must register individually* in the GKAR Member Login, to attend.

If you exceed the limit for complimentary admissions, you will be charged accordingly for each additional registration on November 20th, 2025.

Important: Each Member must register individually in the GKAR Member Login, to attend. 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 20th, 2025. 

Gold Sponsors

Admission is complimentary for up to Four (4) Members.

Each Member must register individually* in the GKAR Member Login, to attend.

If you exceed the limit for complimentary admissions, you will be charged accordingly for each additional registration on November 20th, 2025.

Important: Each Member must register individually in the GKAR Member Login, to attend. 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 20th, 2025. 

Silver Sponsors

Admission is complimentary for up to Three (3) Members.

Each Member must register individually* in the GKAR Member Login, to attend.

If you exceed the limit for complimentary admissions, you will be charged accordingly for each additional registration on November 20th, 2025.

Important: Each Member must register individually in the GKAR Member Login, to attend. 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 20th, 2025. 

Cancellations must be made no later than 3:00 pm, on Thursday, November 20th, 2025. No refunds will be issued after November 20th. A no-show fee of $40/person will be assessed following the event, for those who register, but do not attend.

The Details

Want to know more about Installation 2025? Here are answers to some frequently asked questions. If you don't find what you need below, email us at Support@GKAR.com with your question. We're happy to help!

What should I wear?
Dress to impress! This is GKAR's most formal event of the year. Holiday, business professional, and/or cocktail attire is encouraged.
Tell me about parking and check-in.
Park in the Radisson Parking Garage, bring your Radisson Parking entry ticket inside to receive your validation sticker. Valet parking validation is not available.

Based on Member feedback, we've taken steps to expedite the check-in process. Therefore, ribbons and nametags will not be distributed this year.

Doors open at 11:00 am.
What's on the menu?
🌿 Spinach Salad with Dried Cherries and Goat's Cheese, and Paired with a Raspberry Vinaigrette
🍽️ Choice of Seared Chicken Breast with Caramelized Onion and Spinach Veloute or Flank Steak with Spring Onion ButterRosemary and Thyme Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes & Roasted Asparagus with Cracked Pepper Sea Salt
🍮 Flourless Chocolate Torte Cake with Raspberry Coulis and Sweet Cream
Awards & Recognitions
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 & Sponsors
-Retiring Directors
-Member Milestone Awards: NAR Emeritus, GKAR Emeritus, and Quarter Century
-REALTOR® of the Year Award

2025 Installation Sponsors

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