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JR Automation to build $72.8M global headquarters in Zeeland 

JR Automation’s Zeeland facility will create 150 jobs, merging three sites, showcasing advanced automation technology, and strengthening Michigan’s manufacturing sector.

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Hudsonville Ice Cream will invest $40 million to expand its Holland headquarters and add 40 jobs.
Hudsonville Ice Cream invests $40M, expands Holland plant, adds jobs

Hudsonville Ice Cream’s $40 million Holland expansion adds 44 high-wage jobs, strengthening West Michigan’s food industry through public-private collaboration.

Bret Docter, Kevin Costello, and John Burmeister
Lakeshore Advantage adds investors to drive regional economic growth

Three new board members join Lakeshore Advantage to help guide West Michigan’s economic future through investment-driven collaboration and strategy.

Chasity Fedon (left) participated in the Summer Youth Career Readiness Program last summer and said it gave her the tools and confidence to earn her first paycheck. Pictured with her manager her manager, Alysa Hoy, she is still employed there.
Summer career program expands to serve more youth

The West Michigan Works! six-week paid summer program offers teens across seven counties real-world job experience, skills training, and career exploration. Applications are open now through May 5.

Joel Elsenbroek , apprenticeships project manager for West Michigan Works!, accepted the Certificate of Recognition from John Ladd, administrator of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship.
West Michigan Works! honored by White House for expanding apprenticeships

West Michigan Works! received White House recognition for advancing apprenticeships, supporting 276 apprentices across diverse fields, and building a skilled workforce.

The apprenticeship program connects child care providers with local training institutions to foster hands-on learning environments.
Apprenticeship program aims to ease West Michigan’s child care shortage

West Michigan Works' apprenticeship program addresses the child care worker shortage by giving new staff hands-on experience, supporting workforce stability.

Career Fair Carnivals combine career opportunities with family fun

Two upcoming Career Fair Carnivals in June along the Lakeshore will offer free food, family-friendly activities, job seeker resources and onsite interviews.

Industry trends push many new jobs onto the annual HotJobs! List

If you want to learn about the career opportunities across West Michigan, the 2024 HotJobs! List is a good place to start.  

An aerial view of the LG Energy Solutions Michigan campus in Holland and Allegan County. (LGES)
West Michigan poised for growth in advanced energy storage sector

New report details West Michigan's role and opportunities in energy storage technology development and production. Three state universities and two community colleges have programs for energy storage and related technologies. 

Lakeshore Advantage reports major economic growth in 2023

New report details substantial business expansion, job creation, and investment in the Lakeshore region.

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