Dynamic Variation:

Interview with Experience Grand Rapids' CEO

Experience Grand Rapids makes a big impact on the economy and quality of life in West Michigan thanks to the talents and dedication of our diverse employees. From the leadership of our CEO to the…

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Michigan Outdoor Recreation – Beyond Fun

Come for a visit! That opportunity for adventure attracts fun-loving visitors to Kent County and across the state. In fact, tourism consistently ranks among Michigan’s top three industries, with…

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The Downtown Market: Something for every taste

Whether they come for a business meeting, a weekend getaway, a family vacation, or an annual convention, West Michigan visitors’ interests are as diverse as their backgrounds. So, when it comes to…

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Design thinking is driving innovation in learning

Taking cues from design pioneers In a design-centric region that is home to furniture design pioneers like Herman Miller (think the iconic Eames Lounge and Aeron chairs) and Steelcase (check out the…

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Medical Innovation Built on Big Data

West Michigan is a magnet for collaboration in medical research, innovation and care. This is the second of two articles that take a look at what’s happening now and what’s on the horizon. Setting a…

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Grand Rapids: A mosaic of local and international work

As home to dozens of neighborhood galleries, two downtown art museums, one of the largest volunteer-driven arts festivals in the nation, a top-50 most visited art museum worldwide, and an…

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Rockford

Just 15 minutes north of downtown Grand Rapids, Rockford is a vibrant city filled with small-town charm and ambiance. A quaintly nostalgic downtown, situated on the banks of the scenic Rogue River…

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Grand Rapids is growing and people are noticing

The Grand Rapids economy is consistently ranked as one of the best and fastest growing in the country – and there’s no better evidence of that than the pace of downtown development. Capital investment…

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