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    Medical Meetings & Conventions in Grand Rapids

    The pioneering spirit of Grand Rapids flows throughout our destination like the mighty Grand River. Bolstered by collaboration, innovation, and the drive for advancement, our city possesses a core of development in life sciences, making us an emerging Midwest destination for medical meetings.  

    Our team at Experience Grand Rapids assists you one-on-one to address the specific needs for your medical meeting or conference. Utilize our knowledge of the medical meetings sector and let us provide you solutions against common obstacles such as budget caps, regulations, venue options, complex reporting requirements, and more.

    Assets and Access: The winning compound that fuels Life Sciences in West Michigan

    Spectrum Health, for instance, recently announced a new venture capital fund that will invest $100 million in health-related companies over the next seven to 10 years. Specifically, Spectrum Health

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    The Grand Rapids area boasts a vast array of 2,500 manufacturing companies in diverse industries, including metals, plastics, biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, production technology, automotive and food processing.
    - Forbes Where U.S. Manufacturing Is Thriving In 2018

    Additional Resources

    With more than 44,000 local jobs tied to biosciences and over $2 billion in recent investments in related infrastructure, West Michigan is one of the fastest growing life sciences clusters in the country. (Source: The Right Place)

    The Right Place

    Read about Grand Rapids' life sciences industry including education, research, patient care and medical manufacturing.…

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    Grand Rapids Meetings

    Fueled by an innovative, pioneering spirit, this collaboration has helped the city achieve one of America’s strongest economies – and it can help you deliver one of your most effective and memorable meetings.…

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    Meeting Essentials Kit

    Find out why Grand Rapids is the ideal place to plan your meeting. Get our free Meetings Essentials Kit and a Travel Guide to help you start planning.

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