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Arts and education nonprofit names new Executive Director
He is a Grand Rapids native with nearly two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership.
Experienced energy counsel joins law firm
She brings diverse experience, having served as a trial attorney for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, in-house counsel to a leading publicly traded independent power producer, and in private practice.
Grand Rapids Founder and CEO receives statewide industry award
The Young Architect Award recognizes proficiency and exceptional accomplishments in, and contributions to, the profession by an architect who has been a member of the AIA Michigan Chapter for at least three years and is 40 years old or younger during the year of the award.
Gardens appoints new board members, kicks-off 30th anniversary
ENLIGHTEN is a new outdoor holiday light spectacle running on select dates from November 27 to January 4.
Homeless service provider hires new Director of Development
She previously held leadership positions with several nonprofit organizations including Autism Support of Kent County, the Jenison Public Education Foundation, and the American Heart Association.
University appoints new president
The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the hire based on the recommendation of the presidential search committee.
Architecture, design, and engineering firm hires new President and CEO
A multi-disciplinary design firm has a new president and CEO.
12-year-old’s blooming business brings joy to nursing home
12-year-old Taya's love for flowers and baking inspired her to start her own business, Petal & Crumb.
New book tackles communication breakdown
The new book offers actionable insights to help individuals and businesses foster open, authentic dialogue that drives meaningful relationships and success.
Law firm launches diversity fellowship
The firm recently announced the launch of 1Elevate, a fellowship program designed specifically for first-year law students that offers a path to full-time, post-graduation employment.
Local CEO joins elite group of Tony Award voters
The Tony Awards are widely regarded as the highest honors in American theater.
Sheriff's office names new Emergency Manager
The Kent County Sheriff’s Office has appointed a new Kent County Emergency Manager.
Food solutions company welcomes new SVP, CMO
The new SVP, CMO joins the company following an 18-year career with Kellogg's® and its spin-off Kellanova™.
Entrepreneur donates $200,000 to support youth
A local YouTuber and financial educator has donated $200,000 to local organizations and students in Grand Rapids.
Chemical supplier appoints new VP
Schoen first joined Haviland as a seasonal employee working on production lines while attending high school and college.
CPA firm welcomes new tax director
In this role, she will focus on growing the depth of services the firm offers its private clients, such as wealth transfer planning, estate and gift tax planning, business succession planning, and advising.
Child welfare nonprofit hires new President and CEO
The region’s oldest child welfare nonprofit has appointed a new President and CEO.
Attorney named to statewide HR and workforce council
The MHA Human Resources and Workforce Council is dedicated to advancing the mission of the MHA and the role of HR leaders in the health care sector.
University appoints Director of Athletics and Corporate Partnerships
The new position comes in anticipation of the university's inaugural football season.
Lakeshore trucking company owners retiring, liquidating assets
After three generations and 85 years in the trucking business, the Van Wyk family and owners of TransWay, Inc., have decided to retire.