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2025 Economic Outlook for Greater Grand Rapids Shared at The Right Place’s Annual Event
Today, regional economic development organization The Right Place, Inc. hosted its 2024 Economic Outlook for the Greater Grand Rapids Region.
Eagle Alloy: Training Boosts Efficiency & Productivity
Through MMTC partnerships, Eagle Alloy created a tailored upskilling program for their workforce, addressing the skills gap and improving overall efficiency and productivity
West Michigan economic development agencies seeking bids for state’s $75 million Revitalization and Placemaking program
The Right Place, Lakeshore Advantage and Greater Muskegon Economic Development looking to help secure funding for public placemaking projects within 13 county region
The Right Place releases 2024 Talent Report
The report gives a detailed look into current workforce trends, highlighting the need for businesses to focus on flexibility, skill development, and employee well-being while continuing efforts in diversity and inclusion to stay competitive
Mentavi Health Makes Mental Wellness Accessible
The company has helped more than 180,000 people access attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other mental health diagnoses and treatment paths
Lowell, Lowell Charter Township Approve Cooperation Agreement for Development that Will Bring Investment and Jobs
KNITit: Investment Optimizes Operations and Advances Their Workforce
KNITit, a woman-owned 3D knitting company in Holland, Michigan, recently modernized its operations with advanced technology and workforce upskilling, supported by MMTC and MEDC grants
The Right Place and Vibrant Futures Partner to Develop West Regional Child Care Action Plan
Together with Vibrant Futures, The Right Place developed the West Regional Child Care Action Plan with the help of a 50-member coalition
Baldwin achieves MEDC's Redevelopment Ready Communities "Essentials" status
Designation signals communities have identified redevelopment goals, created master plan for the future
20,000 Tech Jobs in 10 Years: How The Right Place is Building the Next Tech Hub
What does the next technology hub of the Midwest look like? Grand Rapids, Mich., if The Right Place and the city’s vibrant tech community have their say.
