Economic Development

La crisis de la fuerza laboral en el cuidado infantil en Michigan impulsa la búsqueda de reformas salariales permanentes

Los bajos salarios siguen impulsando la inestabilidad laboral.

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أزمة القوى العاملة في قطاع رعاية الأطفال في ميشيغان تدفع نحو إصلاحات دائمة للأجور

انخفاض الأجور يواصل دفع عدم استقرار القوى العاملة

New talent report highlights AI gap, workforce shifts in region

The Right Place’s 2026 Talent Report outlines AI challenges, labor shifts, and strategies to attract, develop, and retain the regional workforce.

Grand Rapids to flip the script as big buyers make pitches to small businesses

At Connect Local GR’s event on April 2, buyers controlling over $1 billion in procurement opportunities will tell small businesses how to get in the game.

Health center trains local residents as dental assistants to fill workforce gaps

HealthLinc, a federally qualified health center, covers training costs while preparing local residents for dental assistant jobs, strengthening workforce pipelines and expanding access to care.

Right Place report highlights Grand Rapids’ growth, resilience, and future competitiveness

A new Right Place report shows how decades of planning have positioned West Michigan for sustained economic growth and opportunity.

The little vintage district that could

Nestled in the center of Grand Rapids, a group of fashion-oriented creatives is subtly turning South Division Avenue into a lively cultural hub rooted in sustainability, community, and shared goals.

Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities

Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.

From students to a tech icon: How Tech Week spotlights innovation 

Tech Week Grand Rapids 2025 brought together innovators, students, and leaders, highlighting how curiosity and collaboration shape the region’s future.

GVSU has $3 billion impact on Michigan’s economy, report says

A new report finds GVSU fuels Michigan’s economy, generating $3 billion annually and supporting over 17,000 jobs statewide.

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