Atomic Object marks 25 years growing Grand Rapids tech community
Atomic Object celebrates 25 years of developing local talent, supporting businesses, and helping grow Grand Rapids’ expanding technology community.
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Tech Week Grand Rapids proves the most important technology on display wasn’t technology at all
From 11 events to 160 — Tech Week's growth chart is impressive. What's happening in the room is the real story.
Community Media Center helps convert old tapes into lasting digital memories
Grand Rapids Community Media Center helps residents digitize aging tapes and photo negatives, offering affordable tools and training to preserve family memories for future generations.
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.
How startup Vanly is mapping the future of life on the road
Vanly, a West Michigan-based startup, addresses the critical "where-to-sleep" anxiety by connecting travelers with a nationwide network of private parking hosts.
Gentex engineers help nonprofits improve efficiency
Gentex engineers apply manufacturing skills to streamline donations, boost volunteer impact, and expand services at Community Action House and Kids’ Food Basket.
Free AI classes aim to narrow growing digital knowledge gap
Tim Haines’ free AI classes at Bamboo Grand Rapids support entrepreneurs and business owners, though challenges remain in scaling access and sustaining the model.
Building better AI: West Michigan consortium focuses on trust, transparency, and design
As AI use increases, a federally funded Grand Valley University consortium will promote ethical, workforce-focused innovation.
Gender bias is embedded in AI that youths use to make life decisions, report warns
Marketing firm’s Grand Rapids office highlights AI gender bias, urges businesses, educators, and families to rethink how young people use technology.
Using social media to match those in need with someone who can help
Abby McKiernan turns personal struggle into community action, creating platforms that connect neighbors, remove stigma and make asking for help easier.
Tech Week Grand Rapids proves the most important technology on display wasn’t technology at all
From 11 events to 160 — Tech Week's growth chart is impressive. What's happening in the room is the real story.
Community Media Center helps convert old tapes into lasting digital memories
Grand Rapids Community Media Center helps residents digitize aging tapes and photo negatives, offering affordable tools and training to preserve family memories for future generations.
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.
How startup Vanly is mapping the future of life on the road
Vanly, a West Michigan-based startup, addresses the critical "where-to-sleep" anxiety by connecting travelers with a nationwide network of private parking hosts.
Gentex engineers help nonprofits improve efficiency
Gentex engineers apply manufacturing skills to streamline donations, boost volunteer impact, and expand services at Community Action House and Kids’ Food Basket.
Free AI classes aim to narrow growing digital knowledge gap
Tim Haines’ free AI classes at Bamboo Grand Rapids support entrepreneurs and business owners, though challenges remain in scaling access and sustaining the model.
Building better AI: West Michigan consortium focuses on trust, transparency, and design
As AI use increases, a federally funded Grand Valley University consortium will promote ethical, workforce-focused innovation.
Gender bias is embedded in AI that youths use to make life decisions, report warns
Marketing firm’s Grand Rapids office highlights AI gender bias, urges businesses, educators, and families to rethink how young people use technology.
Using social media to match those in need with someone who can help
Abby McKiernan turns personal struggle into community action, creating platforms that connect neighbors, remove stigma and make asking for help easier.
