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The economic development organization stands out among its peers for reporting its progress in an engaging way.
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Lakeshore Advantage received $92,787 in state grant funding to increase manufacturers’ Industry 4.0 technology adoption readiness. Close collaboration with regional economic development partners allows for the initiative to be extended to Ottawa, Allegan, Muskegon, and Kent counties’ employers.
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Holland entrepreneur and artificial intelligence (AI) specialist Charles Elwood is merging technology and art with his 2021 ArtPrize entry, titled “The ABBy Project.”
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Forming a Limited Liability Company offers the most flexible structure for someone looking to start a business. Michigan entrepreneurs can register the business themselves in a few simple steps and at very little cost.
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