New service, OnCall Content, gives a professional touch to quick turnaround video projects
OnCall Content is an hourly video, photo, drone, and editing service from Overneath, a Kalamazoo commercial video production company.
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The People and Companies shaping what’s next
This is a weekly series highlighting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and the ideas driving Southwest Michigan forward. Through original reporting, Second Wave shares stories of local founders, growing companies, and the organizations supporting entrepreneurship across Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Berrien, St. Joseph, Van Buren, Cass, and Barry counties. The series aims to raise awareness of the region’s entrepreneurial energy, strengthen community connection to local businesses, and spotlight what’s next for Southwest Michigan’s economy. Support for the series is provided by Southwest Michigan First.
The Velvet Daisy brings 47 Michigan makers under one roof in downtown Kalamazoo
A new downtown Kalamazoo shop brings together 47 Michigan makers, vintage treasures and boutique clothing under one roof.
‘We go where they are’: Lucinda Stinson’s vision for a more connected Rotary
Lucinda Stinson, the new president of the Rotary Club of Kalamazoo, aims to broaden the organization’s community outreach, increase its diversity and engage members more directly with people and neighborhoods in need.
How Spirit of Kalamazoo and Downtown Kalamazoo Collective are revitalizing the downtown area
Local businesses like Spirit of Kalamazoo are the backbone of the community. Beyond providing goods and services, they create spaces that foster connection and a sense of belonging.
Bonnie Gabriel’s work strengthening small businesses in West Michigan
Bonnie Gabriel and the Michigan SBDC help West Michigan’s small businesses navigate economic uncertainty, grow sustainably, and strengthen the communities they serve.
Yemeni coffee is having a moment. Kalamazoo is getting a taste.
Shibam Coffee is bringing the distinctive flavors and centuries-old traditions of Yemeni coffee to Kalamazoo while creating a welcoming, late-night gathering place for students and the wider community.
How a Kalamazoo startup is using AI to rethink the way students take tests
A Kalamazoo startup's AI-powered platform delivers instant test feedback, helping teachers save time and personalize learning.
The little building that keeps launching big restaurant dreams in Battle Creek
78 Calhoun Street has become a launching pad for Battle Creek food entrepreneurs, providing an affordable space where startup restaurants can grow before moving on to larger, permanent locations.
How a pair of soggy, smelly gloves sparked a Michigan-made business
Karen Smoots of Portage turned a household problem into The EcoDryer, a Michigan-made invention now helping keep students' winter gear dry in schools.
Gluten-free Kalamazoo Cookie Company finds sweet success
After years of baking from home, Tyler Dilworth has opened the first storefront for Kalamazoo Cookie Co., building a growing business around fresh-baked, gluten-free cookies.
