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The Right Place retains key film manufacturer in West Michigan
Regional economic development organization The Right Place, Inc., along with its local and state partners in the City of Grand Rapids, today announced the approval of a Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) incentive that will bring 50 new jobs and $17.1 million in new investment to Grand Rapids, Michigan over the next three years.

West Michigan Celebrates Economic Development Week May 8-14, 2016
West Michigan is celebrating Economic Development Week from May 8-14. Economic Development Week was created by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) to highlight the importance and value of economic development’s role in building vibrant communities.

New Business Opportunity: West Michigan Buyer's Summit
On June 22nd, Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) will be partnering with The Right Place, Inc. and Lakeshore Advantage to host nearly 30 buyers at the Pinnacle Center in Hudsonville, MI.

Kent County Agribusiness Community Work Group Issues Final Report to Board of Commissioners
The Kent County Board of Commissioners adopted the final report by the Agribusiness Community Work Group (ACWG) during their meeting this morning. The ACWG included 14 leaders and stakeholders from local units of government, the private sector, and the community.