Longtime engineering firm eyes growth with merger
Holland Engineering Inc. will expand with the merger of Grand Rapids-based OMM Engineering. The merger will become final at the start of the new year.
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Transportation app redefines mobility for people with disabilities who don’t drive
The app comes on the heels of MUVE’s recent announcement of its partnership with the state of Michigan, with the launch of a new transportation ecosystem application redefining mobility for people of all abilities.
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Lakeshore Advantage analysis of 120 company interviews dives into growth areas, barriers, and opportunities. The majority of the primary employers plan to expand in the next three years.
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It was only through a series of coincidences that John Shea survived a "widow maker" heart attack this fall. The city of Holland is working toward becoming a Heart Safe Community. Part of that process requires increased CPR training for the public.
West Michigan design leadership: Discover impressive opportunities
Three impressive West Michigan design leaders share their perspectives on the opportunities for design in our area. Tara McCrackin, Marjorie Simmons, and Frances Close are all inspired by innovation.
Community Links program connects Allegan County residents to services
Funds from the Michigan Rural Health Center are helping Allegan County create a program that bridges the gap between individuals, communities, and the health and social service systems.
Highlights from the 2022 Ottawa County Diversity Forum
The county-sponsored forum focused on DEI as the cornerstone of a productive workforce and thriving economy, the county’s Welcoming Plan, businesses’ “triple bottom line,” and the vital role nonprofits and businesses play.
Gentex launches charitable foundation
Gentex is creating a new charitable foundation that will offer scholarships to female high school seniors pursuing a degree in STEM.
Start Garden win lifts third-generation restaurateur’s dreams to next level
After winning the 2022 Start Garden 100 pitch competition, third-generation Muskegon Heights restaurateur Marisela Sierra is ready to get Navarro’s Mexican Takeout’s stone-ground tamales into the freezers of local retailers.
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Tech Week GR underlines Grand Rapids’ claim to the Silicon Valley of the Midwest. The Right Place and other strategic partners have created a foundation for helping technology companies thrive in Grand Rapids, driven by the live event.
