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Liz Hilton, founder of Allegan-based KNITit.

How garment innovator KNITit grew from concept to success

“The path to success is not a straight line,” says Liz Hilton, who shares how her Allegan business grew from zero to seven figures.  

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Scott Heerema (left) walks away from a house fire in Park Township.
From campus to community — Gentex facilities director serves

Gentex, itself, has deep community roots, and it encourages the same in its employees. Facilities Director Scott Heerema feels those community connections in his roles in public safety.

Tech Council marks decade of growth for West Michigan’s tech sector

A decade after its creation, the Tech Council boasts over 70 members and a vision to make Greater Grand Rapids a major tech hub in the Midwest. Gentex, Ottawa County’s biggest employer, is a part of the effort. 

KCAD grads Justin Beitzel and Fernando Ramirez head up Common Object, which helps organizations take steps toward sustainability.
Take a journey into regenerative design with Common Object

KCAD grads Justin Beitzel and Fernando Ramirez share their philosophy of regenerative design in their firm Common Object, which helps organizations take steps toward sustainability.

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.

Students from the Wege High School Collaborative Studio tour Padnos Recycling.
Designing a better world: Wege High School Collaborative Studio builds skills and networks

The Wege High School Collaborative Studio is a summer program that gives West Michigan high school students hands-on experience in sustainable design and problem-solving. Deadline to apply is June 23.

Gentex Foundation awards scholarships to support women in STEM

High school seniors Briella Beemer and Regan Keesler have set their sights on careers in the STEM fields. The Gentex Foundation will support their aspirations with college tuition assistance. 

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area's 2024 Promise Scholars.
2024 Promise Scholars share how they are will pursue their dreams

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area has awarded academic scholarships to 15 students as part of the Holland/Zeeland Promise. Those students share where they will study and their career plans.

MiCareerQuest connects 8,000 students with hands-on exploration into future career opportunities

Over 8,000 middle and high school students across West Michigan had the opportunity to experience more than 300 high-demand careers first-hand at this year's MiCareerQuest.

Grand Haven’s Shape Corp. grows workforce with state’s training program

The state’s “You Can In Michigan” campaign is helping a cutting-edge Grand Haven auto parts manufacturer to thrive. The plan is to help West Michigan employers in filling more than 1,500 good-paying job openings in advanced manufacturing and IT. 

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