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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

Lowell, Lowell Charter Township Approve Cooperation Agreement for Development that Will Bring Investment and Jobs

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.

8 Reasons to Live and Work in Grand Rapids
If you’re looking for a city where you can work and live comfortably, here are 8 reasons to consider Grand Rapids

Tech Week 2024 Recap
Grand Rapids’ third annual Tech Week consisted of 70+ events from 120+ community partners

From side hustle to startup: How Ludus expanded to all 50 states
Ludus, a Michigan-based all-in-one platform for performing arts events ticketing, marketing, fundraising, and volunteer management needs, moves to Grand Rapids

The Right Place assists Woodchuck.AI to choose Greater Grand Rapids for HQ
Climate impact startup announces new global HQ in Grand Rapids during Tech Week GR 2024

Tech Week Grand Rapids 2024 Returns with 70+ Regional Events
Tech Week Grand Rapids takes place September 16-21, 2024

From Boston to Grand Rapids: A Tale of Two Tech Hubs
At this year's TECNA Summer Conference, front-runners in the tech industry came together to discuss the emerging challenges and opportunities posed by generative AI.

You’re Invited to Tech Week Grand Rapids’ Unconference
Tech Week Grand Rapids switched to the unconference model last year and scaled to 13,000 participants in the process, a 270% growth from 2022. This year, the unconference is back with more than 40 events hosted across six days, from September 16-21, 2024.