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 releases 2023 State of the Region report

This report is designed to give you an in-depth look at the key economic trends in Greater Grand Rapids.
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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 over 30 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 $5.1 billion in investments and 47,000 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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Talent Learning Lab: The Future of HR

Talent Learning Lab: The Future of HR

May 2, 2024
9:00AM–11:00AMFrederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Go Beyond

Go Beyond

Join us on May 9th, 2024! Registration now open.

May 9, 2024
9:00AM–5:00PMThe 1530
Developer Day 2024

Developer Day 2024

Save the date for June 12-14 for our revamped Developer Day!

June 12–14, 2024
12:00AM–12:00AMTBD

Recent News

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Grand Rapids ranked one of the hottest job markets in the country
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Grand Rapids ranked one of the hottest job markets in the country

The Wall Street Journal recently released a ranking of cities with the hottest job markets in the country, highlighting Grand Rapids in the top twenty.

Ludington voted "Best Historic Small Town" by USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards
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Ludington voted "Best Historic Small Town" by USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards

Ludington was the only Michigan destination on the list of 20

The Right Place assists tesa tape with Grand Rapids expansion
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The Right Place assists tesa tape with Grand Rapids expansion

Adhesive manufacturer adding 60 jobs to Grand Rapids region

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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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