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Alec Arambula

RapidChat: Alec Arambula encourages you to ‘lace up and smell the coffee’

Out of his own personal desire to connect with fellow sneakerheads around town, Alec Arambula organized Kicks & Koffee — which operates as a platform for like-minded individuals to connect over an un-intimidating cup of joe. So whether you drink coffee or not, this young entrepreneur and coffee aficionado is encouraging people of all walks of life to come together, share their stories, and most importantly, 'lace up and smell the coffee.'

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How community support strengthens small businesses: Three local business owners share their stories

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Small business spotlight: All in a day’s work at National Supermarket

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G-Sync: West Michigan Cuddle Connection on the importance of human touch in our society

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RapidChat: Alex Romero on Taking Chances

Back in 2017 Alex Romero took a leap of faith by creating a role for himself within Carbon Stories that wasn't available. Fast forward to the present — this young entrepreneur not only holds the title of Project Manager at Carbon Stories, but he has started his own lifestyle brand appropriately dubbed, Take Chances Lifestyle.

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Las mujeres veteranas locales promueven el cambio en los negocios

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Rooted in structure and solid work ethics: Local Women veterans promote change in business

As the number of veteran women-owned businesses increase, four West Michigan women veterans share their experiences, challenges, and what the community can do to improve the lives of veteran women entrepreneurs.

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