Inside Track: Williams ignites a ‘no limits’ attitude

Gregory Williams is not the kind of guy who rests on his laurels. The co-founder, president and CEO of Caledonia-based Acrisure — which is planning...

Inside Track: He won’t stop … maybe ever

There are few Grand Rapidians who seemingly have their hands in as many endeavors as Jonathan Jelks.
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Inside Track: Montana Major paves her own road in arts equity 

Montana Major has worked her way through the local arts nonprofit scene, starting by creating her own nonprofit organization at only 22 years old....

Inside Track: McLemore’s artistic skills make messages pop

Most artists’ handiwork is displayed in art galleries or at private viewings. Randy McLemore’s craftsmanship can be viewed along highways, sidewalks, storefront windows, interior...

Inside Track: From NFL to finance, Lyons forges own path

From the gridiron to the complex world of financial investments, Mitch Lyons is paving a new career path for himself.

Issues to consider when starting a construction project

The commercial real estate market is finally recovering in West Michigan. Office, warehouse and industrial space is moving, and commercial development has picked up. All...

Inside Track: Kraley has stories to share

The co-owner of Williams Group has embraced her interests throughout her career.

Street Talk: Grand River Bands on a long, slow trek

The Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians recently pledged to continue their advocacy for federal recognition and address additional information requested by the U.S. Department of the Interior. 

Inside Track: CIO focuses tech career on people

Even after years of working with technology and digital innovation, Sulabh Srivastava said his job really is all about people.

Inside Track: Howie understands high growth potential

At age 27, Ollie Howie already has an impressive history of entrepreneurism and philanthropy.

Inside Track: Ebony Road founder connects community

Edye Evans Hyde found her voice through performance and is extending her expertise to a new generation of actors.

Inside Track: Wideman brings hope (and meals) to a forgotten generation

Meals on Wheels Western Michigan President and CEO Lisa Wideman said she feels she’s been preparing for this role her whole career.

Inside Track: New college president leads from humble roots

Told he would “never go to college,” Charles Lepper has made it his mission to provide students equitable access to higher education, most recently bringing him to West Michigan, where he has taken on leadership of Grand Rapids Community College.

Inside Track: The ultimate team player

When Chris Sain Jr. was a kid growing up in southeast Grand Rapids, sports weren’t just his hobby — they were his way to...

Street Talk: Remembering David Czurak

The Business Journal lost a big piece of its history in December upon the death of longtime reporter David Czurak.

Inside Track: Fortier builds career on being a ‘connector’

Ken Fortier said being connected and knowing people is the true joy of his life, and he strives to apply it toward helping others.

Inside Track: Tech startup founder provides workforce solutions

Katie Hall is on a mission to make work more efficient.

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Public Record

MORTGAGES Selected mortgages filed with Kent County Register of Deeds HARTMAN, Bryce W. et al, Independent Bank, Parcel: 412111324005, $396,000 TOMCZAK, Edward, Heartland Home Mortgage, Parcel: 411411477030,...

Street Talk: Speaking the same language

The Literacy Center of West Michigan’s onsite Customized Workplace English program at global design leader MillerKnoll is showing results.