Business Development

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 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 Gregory Hall reaquired his beloved Virture Cider and is returning the brand to its independent roots. Entrepreneurship

Virtue Cider’s next chapter: Gregory Hall brings the brand back to Allegan County roots

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 12, 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 Lakeshore Advantage hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 13 to unveil its new headquarters, alongside incubator spaces that are for lease to startups and entrepreneurs. Economic Development

Lakeshore Advantage unveils Next Center, a hub for startups and economic development

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 18, 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 The 190-unit mixed-income development broke ground last month along Holland Township’s Lakewood Boulevard and will be completed in phases over the next two years. Economic Development

Affordable housing options expand with Holland's Lakewood Place Apartment Village groundbreaking

Andrea GoodellWednesday, September 4, 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
Feature Story Entering its second summer of construction, downtown Zeeland is working with customers and shop owners to make sure downtown shopping and dining is still "The Main Thing." Economic Development

Supporting local businesses — even during construction — is the Main Thing in Zeeland

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 22, 2024
Feature Story Small Shape Economic Development

Grand Haven’s Shape Corp. grows workforce with state’s training program

The Lakeshore StaffTuesday, March 19, 2024
Feature Story Gentex-Small Economic Development

Celebrating 50 years: How Gentex became the ‘gold standard’ as an employer

Shandra MartinezTuesday, January 30, 2024
Feature Story Avid-hotel Entrepreneurship

Holland hotelier partners with GR firm to buy struggling Zeeland hotel

Shandra MartinezTuesday, December 12, 2023
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