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Grand Rapids rises as a hub for medical startups and innovation

Discover Grand Rapids' dynamic medical startup landscape, where "The Bridge" incubator,  launched by Spartan Innovations and Health Innovation Partners, is turning challenges into opportunities, driving innovation and impacting health care — both locally and globally.

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How West Michigan’s innovative manufacturers are reinventing supply chains

Manufacturing is evolving In West Michigan as companies adapt to dynamic supply chain challenges. Gentex and Davenport University are at the forefront, emphasizing innovation and resilience.

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Unleashing innovation: Tech Week’s impact on Grand Rapids and beyond

Grand Rapids is gearing up for its annual Tech Week, where industry, culture and technology collide. With 40 events for more than 6,000 expected attendees, you won't want to miss out on the future of tech in Grand Rapids!

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Navigating nature’s beauty: Michigan’s innovative mobility solution for national parks

The National Park Michigan Mobility Challenge (NPMMC) program tackles transportation challenges in Michigan's National Parks, ushering in accessibility and sustainable solutions while fostering innovation and promoting conservation.  

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Family-friendly activities to look forward to in Grand Rapids this spring

From art and authors to the outdoors, here are some of the family-friendly activities to look forward to in Grand Rapids this spring.  

Easterseals MORC is promoting inclusivity with its "See The Good" campaign for National Disability Awareness Month.
Easterseals MORC launches “See The Good” to highlight abilities of individuals with disabilities

Easterseals MORC is promoting inclusivity with its "See The Good" campaign for National Disability Awareness Month. The campaign celebrates the talents and gifts of individuals with disabilities.

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Coaching executive and community leader Barbara Rapaport honored with Ledy Award

Community leader and activist Barbara Rapaport will receive the Ledy Award for Community Engagement for her work with nonprofits, promoting literacy and education and helping leaders optimize human capacity.

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Overcoming the challenges of homebuying: Class introduces first-timers to homeownership

The process of buying a home can be daunting for first-time homebuyers. Nonprofit organization ICCF's introduction to homeownership class provides education, counseling and support to help individuals achieve their dreams of homeownership.  

It's not a matter of if, but when a cybersecurity breach will occur, and many small businesses are not prepared with the necessary staff to implement good cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity pros are in high demand, but who will fill the roles?

It's not a matter of if, but when a cybersecurity breach will occur, and many small businesses are not prepared with the necessary staff to implement good cybersecurity. Here’s who can help guide us to a cyber secure future.

Steelcase is making an impact on a global scale, helping better the world through furthering work on United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and driving social innovation from its headquarters in West Michigan.
Design as an ‘inescapable’ part of life in West Michigan and where you can find it

The world of design involves hard and soft skills, hands-on creativity and abstract vision. Here's how design is defined by the individuals who are doing the work in West Michigan.

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