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Taking action to address challenges of underrepresented construction industry businesses
The Builders Exchange of Michigan, through its Construction Allies in Action initiative, is launching the Strong Foundations Program. This Program seeks to provide underrepresented businesses with the tools, connections and support needed to grow and sustain their organizations.
Published Together: The heart opening journey of a superfood in our backyard
Local entrepreneur and product developer, Chad Morton, shares what he is working on, how he arrived at this point, and lessons he’s learned along the way related to the current state of the world we live in.
$9.8M federal grant to fund skills training for workers
GRCC and West Michigan Works! will lead a coalition focused on helping the unemployed and underemployed gain the skills needed for in-demand manufacturing fields.
Downtown Zeeland looks for hope at the corner of Strength and Main
Zeeland's new Strength and Main ad campaign asks customers to pull together for their downtown storefronts and restaurants. Those who participate in the 10-day social media portion have a chance to win prizes.
West Michigan companies receive $12M to train the workforce
Businesses use Going Pro Talent Fund grants to “upskill” their employees. This helps companies compete and grow, and prepares workers for in-demand careers.
Michigan offers 3 grants for businesses, employees, venues hurt by pandemic
State funds have been set aside for those whose livelihoods have been damaged by the pandemic. However, there’s a brief window of time to submit applications.
Over $5 million to be awarded to West Michigan area businesses
The Michigan Small Business Survival Grant program is awarding $55 million across the state. The Right Place is administering the program for an 11-county region including Kent County.
Know a frontliner worker who deserves recognition?
West Michigan Works! is accepting nominations for its 2020 Essential Service Awards. The annual awards recognize frontline workers who go above and beyond their daily responsibilities and display integrity, passion, and commitment.
SBDC West Michigan Region has tools to help businesses survive pandemic
In a Q&A, Ed Garner shares how the award-winning SBDC West Michigan Region focused its attention in 2020 to help businesses survive the economic challenges of the pandemic.
Taking action to address challenges of underrepresented construction industry businesses
The Builders Exchange of Michigan, through its Construction Allies in Action initiative, is launching the Strong Foundations Program. This Program seeks to provide underrepresented businesses with the tools, connections and support needed to grow and sustain their organizations.
Published Together: The heart opening journey of a superfood in our backyard
Local entrepreneur and product developer, Chad Morton, shares what he is working on, how he arrived at this point, and lessons he’s learned along the way related to the current state of the world we live in.
$9.8M federal grant to fund skills training for workers
GRCC and West Michigan Works! will lead a coalition focused on helping the unemployed and underemployed gain the skills needed for in-demand manufacturing fields.
Downtown Zeeland looks for hope at the corner of Strength and Main
Zeeland's new Strength and Main ad campaign asks customers to pull together for their downtown storefronts and restaurants. Those who participate in the 10-day social media portion have a chance to win prizes.
West Michigan companies receive $12M to train the workforce
Businesses use Going Pro Talent Fund grants to “upskill” their employees. This helps companies compete and grow, and prepares workers for in-demand careers.
Michigan offers 3 grants for businesses, employees, venues hurt by pandemic
State funds have been set aside for those whose livelihoods have been damaged by the pandemic. However, there’s a brief window of time to submit applications.
Over $5 million to be awarded to West Michigan area businesses
The Michigan Small Business Survival Grant program is awarding $55 million across the state. The Right Place is administering the program for an 11-county region including Kent County.
Know a frontliner worker who deserves recognition?
West Michigan Works! is accepting nominations for its 2020 Essential Service Awards. The annual awards recognize frontline workers who go above and beyond their daily responsibilities and display integrity, passion, and commitment.
SBDC West Michigan Region has tools to help businesses survive pandemic
In a Q&A, Ed Garner shares how the award-winning SBDC West Michigan Region focused its attention in 2020 to help businesses survive the economic challenges of the pandemic.
