How life is better in West Michigan for those designing our world
Sarah Crookston, Mimi Ray and David Allan are all leaders in design. While they could work anywhere in the world, they discuss why they choose to live and work in West Michigan.
Holland
Located on the shores of little Lake Macatawa, just off the coast of expansive Lake Michigan, Holland is the epicenter of West Michigan's Dutch history and culture. Not surprisingly, then, the city is perhaps best known for its annual Tulip Time Festival in May. But there's much more to the Tulip City than, well, tulips. The city's downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places and boasts as much retail activity as any urban core in the region. The community is flush with wildly popular waterfront beaches like Tunnel Park and Holland State Park. And Hope College lends the clean, conservative town a bit of youthful spirit. Holland is the quintessential family town that's a choice destination to work, live, and recreate.
Utilizing tech, talent and connections during Tech Week GR and beyond
Tech Week GR underlines Grand Rapids’ claim to the Silicon Valley of the Midwest. The Right Place and other strategic partners have created a foundation for helping technology companies thrive in Grand Rapids, driven by the live event.
Fostering healthy growth by nurturing ethical business relationships
To meet the needs of the market, Honeycrisp Ventures shifted its business model to incorporate new commercial construction development. By listening to community needs, maintaining strong partnerships and operating ethically, they have been able to provide positive results for their tenants and smoothly navigate challenging times.
Facing increased pressures due to COVID-19, sickle cell disease patients await new solutions
Sickle cell disease affects more than 100,000 individuals in the United States and especially those of African American descent. Sickle cell disease patients need regular blood transfusions and two years of the COVID-19 pandemic have made that even more difficult — but there is hope.
Improving equitable care through acts of trust
Facing health disparities, many health care organizations are working to answer the question, “How do we deliver equitable care?” Spectrum Health aims to address the issue by providing the community with targeted resources and initiatives.
Humane Society of West Michigan collaborates in National Shelter Alliance to protect pets
As part of a National Shelter Alliance collaboration with BISSELL Pet Foundation, the Humane Society of West Michigan will further its work of helping shelters nationwide that have been overwhelmed by natural disasters and hoarding incidents.
BruceMichael Wilson aims to shift the narrative for Black farmers
BruceMichael Wilson, owner of Groundswell Farm in Zeeland, has as his next endeavor, Dunyun, an enterprise that will train Black youth to be the farmers of a more equitable future.
Young Professional of the Year praises group for opportunities
Rebekah Bakker was recently named the Young Professional of the Year by the Holland/Zeeland Young Professionals. She credits the group for unique experiential learning opportunities.
Downtown Holland extends popular outdoor expansion program
The successful program that allows shops and restaurants to conduct their operations outside was set to expire Sept. 7. However, the Holland City Council has voted to extend the arrangement, developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, through Dec. 1.
Job seekers can now connect face-to-face with employers at virtual job fair
West Michigan Works! is debuting new video chat technology at its next hiring event, set for Sept. 16. Each employer will have a virtual “booth,” where discussions about job seekers’ skills and experience will be conducted.
