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Feature Story Jennifer Owens, President, Lakeshore Advantage and Jeff Stutz, CFO, MillerKnoll Economic Development

Business leaders launch plan to power Lakeshore growth

Shandra MartinezMonday, April 28, 2025
Feature Story During a recent Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce event, Comcast kicked off its latest round of RISE grants and support packages to help 100 Grand Rapids and Muskegon small businesses grow, innovate, and thrive. Economic Development

Comcast RISE to provide 100 grants to GR, Muskegon small businesses

The Lakeshore Monday, April 28, 2025
Feature Story A new report reveals emerging workers value career opportunities, affordable living, and inclusivity if they are to remain in the Lakeshore region. Economic Development

Keeping young workers local depends on housing, jobs

The LakeshoreTuesday, April 1, 2025
Feature Story Jon DeWys, CEO and co-owner of DeWys Metal Solutions, has been tackling the challenge of finding skilled workers head-on through a workforce development strategy focusing on education, training, and partnerships. Economic Development

DeWys, Marquis honored for leadership and community Impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 10, 2025
Feature Story Netherlands-based mezzanine flooring specialist Profielnorm US LLC. is building its first U.S. manufacturing facility in the city of Plainwell. Economic Development

Dutch company’s new facility in Plainwell part of region’s $244M economic investment

Shandra MartinezSaturday, February 15, 2025
Feature Story small-award Entrepreneurship

Latina leader turns community building into business success

Shandra MartinezSunday, February 2, 2025
Feature Story Skot Welch, co-founder of the New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF). Economic Development

How a new partnership is focused on driving generational wealth in West Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 27, 2025
Feature Story CW Marsh owner Dan Wehrwein (right) stands with a company employee to showcase a prototype seal designed for the Hoover Dam project. Economic Development

Muskegon manufacturer carries forward a 125-year legacy

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 26, 2025
Feature Story (From left) Keith Rothstein, Menaka Abel, and Wooyoung Jung Economic Development

Lakeshore Advantage adds fresh expertise to drive regional growth

The LakeshoreWednesday, January 22, 2025
Feature Story Holland-based Worden Company is celebrating 75 years of crafting custom library and commercial furniture with innovative designs. Entrepreneurship

Worden Company: ‘Becoming’ more after 75 years in business

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 9, 2024
Feature Story The apprenticeship program connects child care providers with local training institutions to foster hands-on learning environments. Kids and Education

Apprenticeship program aims to ease West Michigan’s child care shortage

Shandra MartinezWednesday, November 6, 2024
Feature Story President of Lakeshore Advantage Jennifer Owens. Economic Development

Report: Adaptability fuels economic growth along Lakeshore

Shandra MartinezWednesday, October 9, 2024
Feature Story Rachel Gorman, chief operating officer of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, will succeed Cindy Larsen as president. Economic Development

Rachel Gorman steps up into new role with Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber

Shanika P. CarterWednesday, September 18, 2024
Feature Story Isabelle Buckler, a senior at Kendall College was a user experience intern at Gentex this summer.of Art and Design of Ferris State University, Kids and Education

Classrooms to Careers: Gentex interns shape company

Andrea GoodellMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story Cindy Larsen, left, will retire from the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber; Rachel Gorman will take over the role. Economic Development

Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber President Cindy Larsen to retire

The LakeshoreTuesday, June 18, 2024
Feature Story LG Energy Solutions Michigan marked the completion of the structural steel plant on May 16 for a new $1.7 billion 'smart' battery plant in Holland. (LGES) Economic Development

State gives $2.8M to upgrade roads for LG Energy Solution expansion

The Lakeshore StaffMonday, May 20, 2024
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