Talent

Rachel Gorman, chief operating officer of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, will succeed Cindy Larsen as president.

Rachel Gorman steps up into new role with Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber

Rachel Gorman, chief operating officer of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, will succeed Cindy Larsen as president on Oct. 4 after years of preparation.

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READ Ottawa Executive Director Ally Velderman
READ Ottawa has new, familiar executive director

READ Ottawa is welcoming Ally Velderman back to West Michigan as its new executive director.

The Going PRO Talent Fund grants will benefit several industries, with manufacturing receiving the most awards, 54.
GoingPro grants boost workforce development across West Michigan

Benteler Automotive is one of 94 regional employers that have been awarded $4.8 million in the Going PRO Talent Fund grants. These awards will support skill development and workforce capabilities across multiple industries.

At Atlas Headrest, Andrew Foley continues the legacy of innovation of his late father, Dennis Foley
Carrying the torch: Son expands his father’s legacy of Innovation

At Atlas Headrest, Andrew Foley continues the legacy of innovation of his late father, Dennis Foley, building on a foundation of design excellence to create ergonomic accessories in West Michigan.

Students formed five-person teams, each tasked with identifying a “wicked problem”—a complex issue with no easy solution.
West Michigan teens tackle ‘wicked’ problems at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio

West Michigan high school students tackle complex global issues at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio. The two-week program showcases the power of youth-driven sustainable design.

Victoria Bernhardt, owner of “Little Miss Green Thumb,” and her family have renovated a historic Muskegon church to become "The Corner," a family-friendly commercial and event space.
Family revitalizes historic church in downtown Muskegon into ‘The Corner’

A historic church in downtown Muskegon is revitalized by the Bernhardt family, who are transforming it into "The Corner," a family-friendly commercial and event space.  

Lakeshore Advantage launches survey in effort to keep young talent in the region

By targeting this key demographic, the Lakeshore Emerging Worker Survey seeks to understand both the attractions and obstacles of life in the region. 

Moxie’s all-women crew in Chicago to Mackinac race shares highlights

Moxie's nine-woman crew faced numerous challenges during the 115th Chicago to Mackinac race, which spans 300 nautical miles across Lake Michigan

Inaugural Surge Summit brings Tech Week GR expansion to Holland

The half-day event will highlight product and technology startups in West Michigan’s Lakeshore region and aims to ignite conversations about pathways to innovation for businesses at all stages and sizes.  

Gentex is celebrating 50 years of business and 20 years of downtown Holland's street performer series with games, prizes, and more.
Gentex celebrates milestones by connecting with community

Gentex is celebrating a pair of milestones this summer with community events that include street performers, a block party, and fireworks.

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