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Meet Crain’s 200 Most Influential Leaders in West Michigan for 2024
Published: October 22, 2024 12:50
Crain’s list of the 200 Most Influential Leaders in West Michigan for 2024 is now available to subscribers. The names on this list are some of the most familiar in […] The post Meet Crain’s 200 Most Influential Leaders in West Michigan for 2024 appeared…
Graci Harkema | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
Owner, Speaker, Author Graci LLC Grand Rapids Graci Harkema is an international public speaker and best-selling author of her memoir, Rising: From a Mud Hut to the Boardroom — and […] The post Graci Harkema | Grand Rapids 200 2024 appeared first on…
Tim Schowalter | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
President and CEO Pioneer Construction Grand Rapids Tim Schowalter is the owner and CEO of Pioneer Construction, a privately held, fourth-generation family owned commercial construction company headquartered in Grand Rapids. […] The post Tim Schowalter | …
Philomena Mantella | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
President Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids, Allendale Philomena Mantella is the fifth president of Grand Valley State University. She oversees Michigan’s third-largest public university, with more than 22,000 students […] The post Philomena…
Jeffrey Lambert | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
CEO Lambert by LLYC Grand Rapids Jeffrey Lambert founded Lambert by LLYC in his basement at age 26 and has led the firm through 25 straight years of growth to […] The post Jeffrey Lambert | Grand Rapids 200 2024 appeared first on Crain's Grand Rapids…
Dale Robertson | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
President and CEO Grand Rapids Public Museum Grand Rapids Dale Robertson began his professional career as a legislative aide in the Michigan Senate under state Sen. Jim DeSana, D-Wyandotte, and […] The post Dale Robertson | Grand Rapids 200 2024 appeared…
John Helmholdt | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
President and CEO SeyferthPR Grand Rapids John Helmholdt is president and CEO of SeyferthPR, one of the oldest and largest locally owned public relations firms in Grand Rapids. Prior to […] The post John Helmholdt | Grand Rapids 200 2024 appeared first on…
Bing Goei | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
CEO Eastern Floral Grand Rapids Even into his 70s, Bing Goei is still active in the community. He has served as the CEO of one of the largest floral companies […] The post Bing Goei | Grand Rapids 200 2024 appeared first on Crain's Grand Rapids Business
Praveen Thadani | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
President Priority Health Grand Rapids Praveen Thadani is president of Priority Health, the health plan of Corewell Health and the third-largest provider-sponsored health plan in the United States. As president, […] The post Praveen Thadani | Grand Rapids…
John Kuiper | Grand Rapids 200 2024
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Published: October 22, 2024 12:45
CEO Advantage Commercial Real Estate Grand Rapids A seasoned real estate professional with more than 25 years of experience, John Kuiper sets the bar high in the industrial real estate […] The post John Kuiper | Grand Rapids 200 2024 appeared first on…
West Michigan Whitecaps move into second phase of $35M ballpark renovation
Published: October 22, 2024 09:30
Just outside Joe Chamberlin’s office window, construction crews work to erect a cement wall that will support a new terrace in the outfield at LMCU Ballpark where fans will be […] The post West Michigan Whitecaps move into second phase of $35M ballpark…
Van Andel family foundation pledges largest gift in Pine Rest’s 114-year history
Published: October 21, 2024 20:00
An $8 million gift supporting development of a pediatric care center adds to the Van Andel family’s long-standing backing of Pine Rest Christian Mental Services. The David and Carol Van […] The post Van Andel family foundation pledges largest gift in Pine…
Owner of closed seafood restaurant ordered to pay $105,000 in back wages
Published: October 21, 2024 19:50
The owner of a now-closed Saucy Crab restaurant in Cascade Township has been ordered to pay $105,000 in back pay and liquidated damages to 28 employees. On Oct. 3, the […] The post Owner of closed seafood restaurant ordered to pay $105,000 in back wages…
Developers fulfill vision of ‘bringing people together’ as first residents move into Studio Park Tower
Published: October 21, 2024 17:59
When J.D. Loeks brought his 10-year-old daughter inside the Studio Park Tower for the first time on their recent move-in day, he said the moment felt incredibly emotional, like one […] The post Developers fulfill vision of ‘bringing people together’ as…
Microsoft’s plan for Kent County data center part of ‘ongoing’ search in Michigan
Published: October 21, 2024 14:30
Microsoft Corp. officials say the company’s acquisition of 316 acres in southern Kent County for a data center is part of the tech giant’s ongoing search for development opportunities in […] The post Microsoft’s plan for Kent County data center part of…
Meijer closes on former Christian Reformed Church HQ property for $7.35M
Published: October 21, 2024 13:21
Meijer Inc. has closed on the $7.35 million purchase of a 130,000-square-foot office building and surrounding property that formerly housed the Christian Reformed Church in North America headquarters on Grand […] The post Meijer closes on former Christian…
Michigan small business microloan programs get $11M boost
Published: October 21, 2024 09:30
Valentina Valdes-Alonso could see growth on the horizon for her graphic design and marketing business but recognized that it needed some help to get through a couple of traditionally slow […] The post Michigan small business microloan programs get $11M…
Microsoft buys 316 acres from Steelcase for potential data center in Kent County
Published: October 18, 2024 19:50
Microsoft Corp. has purchased 316 acres in southern Kent County from Steelcase Inc. for $45.3 million for a potential data center development, Crain’s Grand Rapids Business has learned. The irregularly […] The post Microsoft buys 316 acres from Steelcase…
DeVos family office plans coffee shops in Eastown, Byron Center
Published: October 18, 2024 17:05
Foxtail Coffee Co. is continuing its West Michigan expansion with plans for two more locations in Grand Rapids’ Eastown neighborhood and in Byron Center over the next six months. The […] The post DeVos family office plans coffee shops in Eastown, Byron…
After 3 slow years, dealmakers expect to see plenty of action in 2025
Published: October 18, 2024 14:58
Mergers and acquisitions activity is likely to pick up during the next year, with a resilient U.S. economy and lower interest rates spurring increased deal activity, according to a survey […] The post After 3 slow years, dealmakers expect to see plenty of…
LGBTQ nightclub to close for renovations, though future remains unclear as building stays on the market
Published: October 18, 2024 13:10
Downtown Grand Rapids LGBTQ nightclub Rumors will temporarily close for renovations next month to make the space more appealing to potential buyers who could maintain the club’s legacy, though future […] The post LGBTQ nightclub to close for renovations,…
Nonprofit shedding church shelter program, staff and property to close $1M budget gap
Published: October 18, 2024 09:30
A nonprofit that serves unhoused families is dropping its longstanding church-hosted shelter program as part of a broader cost-cutting effort to close a $1 million budget gap that arose when […] The post Nonprofit shedding church shelter program, staff and…
State awards nearly $400,000 to 3 West Michigan programs aiming to grow population
Published: October 17, 2024 19:14
The state of Michigan has announced nearly $400,000 for West Michigan programs that help international and minority students earn master’s degrees, provide resources for immigrants, and provide down payment assistance […] The post State awards nearly…
Owners of historic U.P. bank-turned-hotel move forward with an even more ambitious conversion
Published: October 17, 2024 18:09
The couple who won national plaudits and big business with their conversion of a historic bank in Houghton into a luxury hotel is moving forward on a second, even more […] The post Owners of historic U.P. bank-turned-hotel move forward with an even more…
Portland Products acquires Walker-based metal stamper
Published: October 17, 2024 15:45
Buying a Walker metal stamping company gives Portland Products Inc. added capacity and capabilities to grow. A maker of mechanical assemblies for the automotive and heavy truck industries, Portland Products […] The post Portland Products acquires…
Grand Rapids airport adds Bell’s Brewery-branded taproom
Published: October 17, 2024 15:11
Bell’s Brewery is returning to Gerald R. Ford International Airport after an eight-year hiatus with a new taproom under the Kalamazoo-based beer brand. Officials at the airport today announced plans […] The post Grand Rapids airport adds Bell’s…
Downtown bar and restaurant with 9 golf simulators plans November opening
Published: October 17, 2024 13:01
A new restaurant with a focus on entertainment options plans to open in mid November in downtown Grand Rapids. When it debuts, the two-story Gimme’s Par and Grill at 45 […] The post Downtown bar and restaurant with 9 golf simulators plans November opening…
Gun Lake Tribe’s 1,800-acre redevelopment of U.S. 131 corridor begins to take shape
Published: October 17, 2024 09:30
The Gun Lake Tribe has unveiled conceptual plans for a mixed-use housing project that will serve as the northern entrance to the tribe’s broader redevelopment of about 1,858 acres north […] The post Gun Lake Tribe’s 1,800-acre redevelopment of U.S. 131…
New Bridge Street bookstore aims to ‘fill a gap’ on the west side
Published: October 16, 2024 19:07
A new bookstore is coming to a burgeoning part of Grand Rapids’ west side. Lea Kocurek, a former production manager at Paramount, plans a bookstore and gift shop Cellar Bird […] The post New Bridge Street bookstore aims to ‘fill a gap’ on the west side…
Commentary: New government guidelines threaten Beer City, USA
Published: October 16, 2024 18:28
By Andy Johnston Grand Rapids has evolved from “Beer City, USA.” From spirits to cider, the alcohol industry is a significant part of our economy. It’s deeply intertwined with others […] The post Commentary: New government guidelines threaten Beer City,…
Grand Rapids board advances $565M incentives plan for massive riverfront project
Published: October 16, 2024 16:20
The Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority board approved an incentive package expected to total about $565.5 million this morning for a $797 million, multiple high-rise tower project being constructed on […] The post Grand Rapids board advances…
Grand Rapids marketing firm acquires Ann Arbor ad agency
Published: October 16, 2024 14:42
A Grand Rapids marketing firm has acquired an Ann Arbor-based advertising agency to expand its capabilities across the state and as a step toward larger growth goals. Highland Group of […] The post Grand Rapids marketing firm acquires Ann Arbor ad agency…
UM Health plans $32M outpatient campus west of Lansing
Published: October 16, 2024 13:06
In its latest investment in the Lansing-area market, University of Michigan Health wants to build a new $32 million outpatient medical campus near Grand Ledge. The project by the Ann […] The post UM Health plans $32M outpatient campus west of Lansing…
More than 550 Gordon Food Service workers vote to unionize
Published: October 16, 2024 09:30
More than 550 Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd. employees have organized in British Columbia and will be represented by Teamsters Union 31, a win that union officials said follows months […] The post More than 550 Gordon Food Service workers vote to unionize…
Grand Rapids Art Museum exhibit pairs groundbreaking fashion designer with Kendall students
Published: October 15, 2024 17:27
A rare exhibit at the Grand Rapids Art Museum aims to showcase the power of fusing design, art and science by combining the work of a groundbreaking fashion designer with […] The post Grand Rapids Art Museum exhibit pairs groundbreaking fashion designer…
Advanced scrap sorting technology helps supply $150M aluminum recycling plant
Published: October 15, 2024 15:56
A longtime family-owned West Michigan metal processing company is partnering with a Norwegian aluminum and renewable energy firm to provide material for a new plant that produces millions of tons […] The post Advanced scrap sorting technology helps supply…
Slotkin, Rogers square off in final debate: What they said on business, economy
Published: October 15, 2024 14:00
Democrat Elissa Slotkin and Republican Mike Rogers clashed in round two Monday, debating each other a final time in one of the country’s biggest U.S. Senate races. Over an hour, […] The post Slotkin, Rogers square off in final debate: What they said on…
Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores over the next 3 years
Published: October 15, 2024 13:20
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. plans to close 14% of its U.S. stores to cut costs as consumers pull back spending. The drugstore chain said Tuesday it will shutter around 1,200 […] The post Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores over the next 3 years…
Blue Cross Blue Shield’s partnerships with doctors led to $6.3B in savings
Published: October 15, 2024 12:58
As the costs for health care and coverage keep rising, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan expects the billions of dollars in savings it’s achieved with a 20-year initiative to […] The post Blue Cross Blue Shield’s partnerships with doctors led to $6.3B in…
Downtown office building owner files for bankruptcy as bondholders seek repayment
Published: October 15, 2024 09:30
The owner of Bridgewater Place in downtown Grand Rapids is seeking bankruptcy protection in an Israeli court as the company’s bondholders seek repayment on bonds used to finance the purchase […] The post Downtown office building owner files for bankruptcy…
SpartanNash expands retail footprint with 49-store acquisition
Published: October 14, 2024 18:21
Byron Center-based grocery retailer and distributor SpartanNash Co. plans to expand its retail footprint by 33% with a deal to acquire a family-owned supermarket chain operating in Ohio, Indiana and […] The post SpartanNash expands retail footprint with…
Heacock retires from Grand Rapids WhiteWater, leaving legacy of ‘a better community’
Published: October 14, 2024 18:06
A nonprofit organization leading the effort to restore the rapids in the Grand River is under new leadership following the retirement of its previous CEO. Steve Heacock, 67, retired from […] The post Heacock retires from Grand Rapids WhiteWater, leaving…
Megasite development ignites hopes and fears in Flint area
Published: October 14, 2024 17:53
To Don Ludwig, it feels like déjà vu. His yard backs up to the megasite in Mundy Township, where his wife Dawn’s grandparents built their house along a tract of […] The post Megasite development ignites hopes and fears in Flint area appeared first on…
JR Automation eyes growth in medical technology market after closing deal for German firm
Published: October 14, 2024 14:21
Onboarding a German robotics and automation firm will help expand Holland-based JR Automation Technologies LLC’s presence in European markets as well as the life sciences sector. That’s according to JR […] The post JR Automation eyes growth in medical…