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Ryan Boldrey

Ryan Boldrey's Latest Articles

Multiple mixed-use developments on the horizon in downtown Kalamazoo

Catch up on what's happening with  three different developments happening now in Kalamazoo, including two downtown, mixed-use buildings under construction or about to break ground, as well as the expansion of the retail hub on Stadium.

A collective vision: Kalamazoo creatives keep busy with area musicians, large corporations, and more

Kalamazoo creative collective that offers corporate video production, music studio space and much more, has evolved into north of 200 clients in four short years.

It all begins with a clue: Start-up Kalamazoo travel agency is ‘turning travel on its head’

Kalamazoo startup Cluventure gives adventurous travelers the opportunity to let go of the reins and have a mystery trip planned for them. Even Frommer's likes the idea.

Young entrepreneurs make their pitches

Western Michigan University's Starting Gate program allows young entrepreneurial students to put their ideas on the fast track to success.

Paying it forward and giving back means community for area businesses

Since the first business sponsored the first Little League team businesses have been donating to the community. Today local businesses are finding more creative ways to give back. 

Dough Chicks making dough after decade of baking

A look at a mother and daughter startup that goes beyond baked goods to be boon for the 34-year-old daughter who has autism and has come into her own with a dream career.

Ubuntu: When creating opportunity means giving back

Mattawan-based nonprofit Ubuntu Goods sells Fair Trade products that benefit women in third world countries and lots of nonprofits locally and across the U.S.

Something’s brewing in Kalamazoo: Independent coffee scene continues to grow, thrive

Americans consume 400 million cups of coffee per day. And coffee lovers in and around Kalamazoo are now finding an increasing number of spots to slake their thirst.

Investing in innovation, financial planning with today’s youth

No tents required to learn financial and creative tools taught at summer camp at WMU.

Kalamazoo event builds community in IT across the state

Collaboration and sharing ideas are how they build the IT community at this annual event.

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