Blogs - Grand Rapids Business Journal

BANKING & FINANCE

Why business leadership skills aren’t the only thing to look for in an effective adviser

Steve Starnes - March 25, 2021

Outsourcing is a valuable business strategy worth considering

Matthew Barczak - March 19, 2021

M&A through a pandemic and what’s ahead in 2021

Mark Streekstra - March 10, 2021

Pay off debt or invest in the future: How to make the best choice with your excess cash

Anastasia Wiese - February 22, 2021

State income tax and PPP loans: don’t assume conformity

Lisa Pohl - February 5, 2021

CONSTRUCTION

Fixed-asset reserve can save you headaches down the road

Brad Loomans - January 4, 2021

Sustainability is the path of continuous improvement

Shane Napper - December 16, 2020

What will construction financing look like in the post-COVID-19 economy?

John Parker - December 4, 2020

Beyond one day: celebrate veterans

Mike Verhulst - November 12, 2020

Shaping the classroom of the future

Dan Buskirk - September 15, 2020

DIVERSITY

Celebrating women in construction, Rockford calls for workforce diversity

Ehren Wynder - March 19, 2021

Federally recognized tribes prepared for challenges brought on by COVID-19

Deidra Mitchell - November 27, 2020

The links between racism, health inequities, COVID-19 and the civil unrest across the world

Andrae Ivy - June 26, 2020

Intentionally working with businesses of color

Erick Stewart - June 10, 2020

College producing Giant Awards

Justin Dawes - November 29, 2019

HEALTH CARE

National Healthcare Decision Day is a reminder to make a plan

Sara Lowe - April 12, 2021

Creating space for people with autism in the workplace

Stephanie Sweebe - December 8, 2020

The benefits of sourcing medical devices locally

Erin Sachau - September 28, 2020

What the disability rights movement and universal design can teach us about business and life in the age of COVID-19

Patrick Parkes - July 7, 2020

Focus on mental health as you return to work

Matthew D. Anderson - May 27, 2020

LAW

Michigan Marketable Record Title Act: What to know about the recent 2020 amendment

Michael King - February 1, 2021

Beware of stock drop litigation during times of crisis

Brian J. Masternak - May 11, 2020

Lease defaults and litigation are expected to rise in the wake of COVID-19

Thomas M. Amon - May 4, 2020

Could I be saving more of my hard-earned money?

Andrea Crumback - March 17, 2020

What do I need to know about capital when starting my business?

Michael J. Huff - January 21, 2020

MARKETING, PR & ADVERTISING

What you need to know about Google’s decision to ban third-party cookies in 2022

Jason Dodge - March 17, 2021

What will Super Bowl advertising look like in 2021?

Western Michigan University - February 3, 2021

Public relations trends to look out for in 2021

Kim Bode - December 15, 2020

Increase website conversions and customer satisfaction

Jason Dodge - May 21, 2020

Should manufacturers sell directly to consumers?

Jason Dodge - March 10, 2020

REAL ESTATE

Will the 2021 spring market continue to advance?

Adam Paarlberg - April 20, 2021

Opportunity awaits in West Michigan, just be sure to find it before you are forced to

Andy Johnston - March 2, 2021

Winning strategies for a fast-paced real estate market

Adam Paarlberg - February 9, 2021

Grand Rapids is uniquely positioned for urban flight

Rick Baker - January 21, 2021

The year in real estate: looking back at 2020 and anticipating 2021

Adam Paarlberg - December 17, 2020

SMALL BUSINESS & STARTUPS

Plan for 2021: 7 end-of-year checkpoints for your business

Kristian Grant - December 24, 2020

Legendary leadership requires tenacity — especially in times of crisis

Jeff Lambert - November 10, 2020

On the brink of a possible recession: what businesses should do to prepare

Chip Hoebeke - October 27, 2020

Succession planning – optimizing value through a strategic exit

Elisa Berger - October 9, 2020

How the COVID-19 pandemic has reduced businesses’ footprints

John Skukalek - September 18, 2020

TECHNOLOGY

Your home technology also needs a good spring cleaning

Brad Gramlin - April 19, 2021

Deals and steals: preventing hackers this holiday season

Ken Zimmer - November 26, 2020

Three key post-COVID-19 trends in small business office technology

Brad Gramlin - May 26, 2020

Three tips for optimizing your home office and virtual classroom internet performance

Brad Gramlin - April 21, 2020

Protect your business from COVID-19 hackers

Mark Spaak - April 17, 2020

Two local restaurants close doors

Rachel Watson - April 12, 2021

Perrigo breaks ground on North American HQ on Medical Mile

Rachel Watson - April 14, 2021

Herman Miller acquiring furniture designer Knoll for $1.8B

Rachel Watson - April 19, 2021

Grand Rapids Chamber assembles West Michigan CEO Council

Rachel Watson - April 16, 2021

Chinese and hibachi restaurant settles into East Hills

Rachel Watson - April 19, 2021

NABR names West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For

Rachel Watson - April 20, 2021

GROW hires Milinda Ysasi as its next CEO

Rachel Watson - April 20, 2021

State leaders celebrate Muskegon County resident

Rachel Watson - April 16, 2021

Change-Ups: Grooters joins Bradley Company

Business Journal Staff - April 16, 2021

Hudsonville Ice Cream churning out ‘all-American’ flavor lineup for summer

Rachel Watson - April 16, 2021

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