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Building a More Inclusive Business Community
Home to more than 130 global companies and one of the fastest growing economies in the U.S., West Michigan has long been known as a great place to do business. Whether in small, family-owned companies
Volunteer Projects that Focus on Sustainability
Grand Rapids has long been a model of sustainability nationwide. Government, business and nonprofit partners have come together to set – and exceed – aggressive sustainability goals, earning the
GR Beer Tourism is Booming
Known as “Beer City USA,” Grand Rapids has lots of reasons to celebrate its booming craft beer industry – 38.5 million reasons, to be exact. A recent study shows that the annual regional economic
Sports in Grand Rapids: What it takes to be #1 in the minor leagues
Entrepreneurs with three things in common – a love of sports, a deep commitment to community and a vision– were the catalysts that helped make greater Grand Rapids the Sports Business Journal 2019 No.
Good for Business. Good for Communities. Good for Michigan
A Grand Rapids-based organization has taken a local program statewide to inspire, equip and celebrate companies that create high-quality jobs, stronger communities and a healthier Great Lakes region.
Michigan Outdoor Recreation – Beyond Fun
With four distinct and gorgeous seasons, there’s no end to the fun that outdoor enthusiasts have year-round in Kent County and throughout Michigan. But there’s a whole lot more to the outdoor
Grand Rapids breweries within walking distance of the convention center
Grand Rapids was first dubbed Beer City USA in 2012. Since then, its reputation, and the reason for it, has only grown. Experts and readers of USA Today voted Grand Rapids number one on a list of 10
Looking for walkability? Try Grand Rapids
Downtown Grand Rapids is walkable! Attendees at meetings and events held at any of the city's downtown venues have everything they could need within a few short blocks. Take a look:
Medical Innovation Built on Big Data
West Michigan is becoming 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.
Grand Rapids Has a Team of Downtown Ambassadors Ready to Lend a Hand
A hotel with a strong concierge service is a bonus when planning events, meetings, or conferences, providing an added layer of service for attendees who are new to the destination city. But the
Grand Rapids: a hub for medical research and innovation
West Michigan is becoming a magnet for collaboration in medical research, innovation and care. This is the first in a series of articles that take a look at what’s happening now and what’s on the
Grand Rapids North: Meetings and Amenities Just Outside the City Center
Just half a mile North of the city’s main convention campus sits another spot that is great for hosting meetings and events. It’s ideal for those who want to be close to downtown and have downtown
Grand Rapids Health and Wellness Options for Conference Attendees
If you’re planning a meeting and want fitness options for your attendees, or often find yourself looking for a place to work up a sweat while traveling, Grand Rapids has you covered. The region is
Reimagining Trash
The people of West Michigan have a deep love for the Great Lakes, the surrounding watershed and the other natural resources that make Michigan a distinctly beautiful place to live. We feel a
Plastics Industry Refocuses on Sustainability
When it comes to caring for our planet, we all have a role. Many manufacturers in the plastics industry take that role very seriously. In late May, Grand Rapids was host to the Re|focus Sustainability
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