Anthony Carpenter is a modern man living in yesterday’s modern world. Dwelling among tiki gods, enchanting women swathed in sarongs and fantastical monsters of his own creation, Carpenter is a working artist who has constructed his personal haven to the backdrop sounds of Martin Denny and Les Baxter. And he's got an impressive way with a pencil.
Heather McGartland lives her art. Beautician, musician and thrift maven, McGartland operates Imagination Creations, a distinct shop and salon lushly decorated with merchandise and ever-changing ephemera.
Adtegrity.com features glossy online promotion with a hearty dose of local integrity. At a glance, the web-based advertising network displays a sleek look and big city promises. Yet, Adtegrity is centrally based in downtown Grand Rapids allowing the nationally focused company to nurture its regional roots and foster a sense of community.
How does an orchard adapt as the city grows and changes around it, and how does an orchard compete in the modern world? Can an orchard benefit from QR codes and the social media? Sietsema Orchards & Cider Mill is about to find out.
Entrepreneur Dan DeKorne's latest project, Hop In Deals, takes the idea of daily coupons and collective buying power to a hyperlocal level.
A look at Nick Stockton and Nick Stygstra, five years into what has become a successful and sustainable business offering high quality messenger bags and more, using predominately recycled materials.
The Murder Mystery Co. originated as Grand Rapids Improv 10 years ago, evolving into a lucrative entertainment business. Read on to learn whodunit…and how.
The Collective Studios headquarters, hidden in a nondescript warehouse on the Southwest side of Grand Rapids, is a vault of wonder.
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