Grow Your Business in Greater Grand Rapids

Centrally located between Chicago and Detroit, Grand Rapids is Michigan’s second-largest city and a hub for research, innovation, and a thriving regional economy.

Why Greater Grand Rapids
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The Right Place recognized as a Best & Brightest Company to Work For

The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® program identifies and honors organizations that display a commitment to excellence in their human resource practices and employee enrichment. Organizations are assessed based on categories such as communication, work-life balance, employee education, diversity, recognition, retention and more.

Regional Industries

Health Sciences

Health Sciences

We’re making it happen on the Medical Mile. World-class research, healthcare, manufacturing and education facilities are all here in Greater Grand Rapids.
Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing

Greater Grand Rapids is home to one of the nation’s largest and most extensive manufacturing sectors.
Information Technology

Information Technology

Our region’s IT sector is one of the fastest growing in the nation and has a robust tech talent pipeline driving it forward.
Food Processing & Agribusiness

Food Processing & Agribusiness

Surrounded by 20% of the world’s fresh water, Greater Grand Rapids is among the most productive and diverse agricultural regions in the nation.

Our Services

What We Do

For 40 years The Right Place has offered confidential, comprehensive business support services in Greater Grand Rapids. Our team has assisted thousands of companies to spur more than $6 billion in investments and 50,000 new jobs throughout the region.


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  • Supply Chain & Partner Opportunities
  • Confidential Site Location Services
  • State & Local Incentives
  • Regional Service Providers
  • Regional Business Infrastructure Improvements
  • Manufacturing Innovation & Product Development
  • International Business Development
  • West Michigan Business Research
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Upcoming Events

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2025 Council Connection

2025 Council Connection

From Insight to Impact: How AI is Reshaping West Michigan’s Industries

This is an industry council-exclusive event.

June 3, 2025
2:00PM–5:00PMGrand River Aseptic Manufacturing
Coffee Circle | Women in Tech

Coffee Circle | Women in Tech

Our Coffee Circles are hyper-personalized networking spaces for women in tech. Join us at the Coffee Circle on June 6th!

June 6, 2025
8:30AM–9:30AMSpartan Innovation
Talent Learning Lab - June 2025

Talent Learning Lab - June 2025

In this competitive talent attraction environment, recruiting diverse talent, cultivating a positive workplace culture, and ensuring your company brand is seen in a positive light are imperative for organizational growth and success.

June 10, 2025
12:00AM–12:00AMLocation TBD

Recent News

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Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak to Headline Tech Week Grand Rapids 2025
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Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak to Headline Tech Week Grand Rapids 2025

Tech Week returns September 15–20, 2025 with Wozniak headlining the Kick-off event

The Right Place assists Buell Motorcycles with $18.5 million expansion in Cascade Charter Township
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The Right Place assists Buell Motorcycles with $18.5 million expansion in Cascade Charter Township

Increased customer demand for locally made Buell Super Cruiser model fuels company’s need for 162 new jobs and expanded facilities

The Right Place assists Wolverine Worldwide with $9 million, three-year project to renovate and expand West Michigan headquarters
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The Right Place assists Wolverine Worldwide with $9 million, three-year project to renovate and expand West Michigan headquarters

Rockford campus being reimagined with new workspaces to foster collaboration and innovation while centralizing core business operations

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Invest in Greater Grand Rapids’ Economic Future

Achieving our vision of sustainable growth and economic prosperity for all in the Greater Grand Rapids region will take the support of the businesses and key stakeholders that make up our community.

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