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The new technology hub is on the second floor of 25 Ottawa, in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. (Gentex)

Gentex to open tech hub in in downtown GR

The Zeeland company is opening a technology hub to help the company support, attract, and retain top engineering and software talent from throughout West Michigan.

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The SURGE Center at Collective Idea supports startups.
Lakeshore Advantage turns 20: A look back at initiatives that grew the economy

The success and prosperity of West Michigan's Lakeshore communities are a testament to Lakeshore Advantage’s visionary leadership and collaborative efforts.

The third annual Street Performer Series Block Party drew a big crowd. (Downtown Holland)
PHOTOS: Gentex Street Performer Series Block Party celebrates community

The annual Gentex Block Party in downtown Holland delivered an evening of food and fun for the community. The occasion wrapped up the Street Performer Series, a popular weekly summertime event.  

Fabric Building Covers is located in Hudsonville.
Fabric Building Covers bringing first U.S. operations, 21 new jobs to Hudsonville

Fabric Building Covers chooses West Michigan over competing sites in the Midwest and Canada, underscoring the state’s leadership in advanced manufacturing.

Gateway Spoon is slated to open to the public early this fall
Gateway Mission to open restaurant supporting those trying to turn their lives around

With plans to open in the fall, Gateway Spoon will serve fresh breakfast and lunch items while supporting the mission of providing hope and opportunity for neighbors in need.

An aerial view of the LG Energy Solutions Michigan campus in Holland and Allegan County. (LGES)
LG Energy Solution begins hiring process as $1.7B expansion takes shape

A second LG Energy Solution battery manufacturing plant in Holland is expected to increase the company’s annual production capacity by five times. The company has begun recruiting for the 1000 new jobs needed.

LG Energy Solutions Michigan marked the completion of the structural steel plant on May 16 for a new $1.7 billion 'smart' battery plant in Holland. (LGES)
2 Lakeshore expansion projects contribute to state award

Gentex and LG Energy Solution Michigan garner national attention for projects creating a significant number of new jobs across the lakeshore.   

Nearly half of the high-demand jobs in West Michigan are in the health sciences sector.
New report reveals West Michigan’s high-demand jobs for 2023

Nearly half of the high-demand jobs in West Michigan are in the health sciences sector, followed by construction, according to the 2023 Hot Jobs! List.

More than $4.2 million was distributed to 49 employers in Ottawa County, $2.2 million to 17 employers in Allegan County, and nearly $1 million to 11 employers in Muskegon County. 
2023 Going PRO Talent Fund Awards top $7.4M to Lakeshore employers

The Lakeshore is benefitting from more than $7.4 million in statewide funding for job training that is being distributed to 77 employers across Allegan, Ottawa, and Muskegon counties.

Rolar Products is growing its footprint in Muskegon County. (GMED)
Rolar Products expands operations in Muskegon County

Rolar Products is growing its footprint in Muskegon County with a new 60,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Egelston Township. 

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