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August report finds Southwest Michigan economy is good but moderating
In Southwest Michigan the industrial economy is good but moderating, says Brian Long, director of Supply Chain Management Research at Grand Valley State University.
New York ruling continues debate over fairness of ladies' night
Discrimination allegations be darned: Ladies' night is still a go, at least in New York.
New Western Michigan University students flocked into downtown Kalamazoo
Look for about 3,500 freshmen, transfer and new international students in downtown Kalamazoo on Thursday afternoon.
Green Award 2010: Miller-Davis Co., Green Construction - New
The WoodsEdge Learning Center was a special project for construction manager Miller-Davis Co. in Kalamazoo.
Green Awards 2010: Owen-Ames-Kimball Co., Green Champion
Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. has been involved in some of the most significant green building projects in West Michigan.
Green Awards 2010: Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity, Green Education & Outreach
There are many special things about the home at 631 Fairbanks, which began to rise July 20 on Kalamazoo’s east side.
Green Awards 2010: Lambert, Edwards & Associates, Green Construction - Existing
From the paint on the walls to the flooring, Lambert, Edwards & Associates Inc. completed the renovation of its new office at 47 Commerce in downtown Grand Rapids using sustainable materials wherever possible.
Green Awards 2010: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Green Alt Energy
Since Kalamazoo Valley Community College introduced its Wind Turbine Technician Academy last year, it has graduated 16 people, enrolled a second class of 16, and filled more than half the seats for a third class this winter.
Green Awards 2010: Calvin College, Greatest Green Initiative
Calvin College in Grand Rapids has undertaken initiatives both internally and externally to encourage sustainable practices.
Green Awards 2010: Progressive AE, Green Small Business
An architecture and engineering firm, Progressive AE says it dedicates itself to the sustainability of the natural and built environments.
Beyond ArtPrize
ArtPrize 2010 is still three weeks away, but some organizations already are thinking about ways they can leverage this year’s event to help promote Grand Rapids throughout the year.
Ask My Millennial: Brand differs on Facebook and Twitter
We live in a brand-obsessed society. And many people enjoy proclaiming their affinity for their favorite things, so it’s no surprise social media has become a great place for people to promote brands.
Michigan State medical school's move to Grand Rapids 'helps us to step up a notch'
Marsha Rappley, dean of MSU's College of Human MedicineThe Secchia Center represents not only a new icon on the downtown Grand Rapids landscape but a new era for Michigan State University’s College of Human Medicine.The center’s opening this month comes...
Meijer, Western Michigan University offer exclusive sales, free food for students Thursday night
Nearly 1,500 students are expected to go to Meijer in Kalamazoo tonight for exclusive sales, giveaways and the chance to win a college room makeover as part of a special back-to-college event.
Green Awards 2010: Peter Wege, Green Visionary
Few people have championed sustainability as passionately or as long as Peter Wege, Grand Rapids businessman and philanthropist.
Talent flight? Time to focus on talent retention, experts say
For Trendway Corp. in Holland, talent retention comes down to making sure employees feel valued and are given opportunities. Talent-management professionals agree that this approach to employee retention is becoming increasingly important.
Influence Blog: Celebrate young nonprofit leaders who step in for government, for-profit sector
Nominate a deserving young person for a YNPN Leadership Award. You can shine the light on people who may be running the churches and universities and hospitals in Grand Rapids one day. Nominations are set to end on Sept. 5, so vote now.
Influence blog: Be smart with your smartphone
Hillman If you’re in business and not using a smartphone, or you aren’t using the one you have, er, smartly, you’re already behind your competition. But you can beat the competition by being more responsive to clients and customers, more...
Hot summer weather boosts Michigan tourism
Five degrees seems to make all the difference for summer travel in Michigan.
Kalamazoo-based tech consulting firm president named to top managed services list
Daniel Jefferies, founder and president of Newmind Group, was named to the MSPmentor 250, a listing of top managed service provider executives, experts, leaders and coaches in North America, Europe, Australia and other emerging markets.