Regional Industries
Medical Device Manufacturing
One of the fastest growing medical clusters in the Midwest
Greater Grand Rapids hosts the highest concentration of medical device manufacturers in the state. As one of the fastest growing medical clusters in the Midwest, the region's medical device manufacturers are critical part of Greater Grand Rapids' rapidly advancing health sciences industry.
Industry Strengths
Collaboration
West Michigan's medical device consortium "MiDevice" is comprised of 28 leading medical device manufacturers and suppliers in Michigan. This group meets on a regular basis to discuss industry trends, share best practices and collaborate on projects.
Supply Chain
West Michigan hosts one of the most diverse material manufacturing supply chains in the U.S. From plastics and composite materials to exotic metals and embedded electronics, the region's manufacturing community offers everything your company needs to succeed.
Industry Concentration
West Michigan hosts the highest concentration of medical device manufacturers in the state. As one of the fastest growing medical clusters in the Midwest, the region now employs over 20% of Michigan's medical device professionals.
MiDevice: A Consortium for Michigan Medical Device Companies
MiDevice, run by The Right Place, is the only Michigan-based organization dedicated to medical device design, development, manufacturing and distribution. MiDevice gives medical device companies the opportunity to collaborate, cooperate and promote their expertise in the industry.
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Eric Icard
Senior Director of Business DevelopmentEric provides retention and expansion assistance to Right Place clients. He provides site location assistance to national and international life sciences firms. He also serves as the facilitator for the MiDevice group.
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Eric Icard
Senior Director of Business DevelopmentEric provides retention and expansion assistance to Right Place clients. He provides site location assistance to national and international life sciences firms. He also serves as the facilitator for the MiDevice group.