August 24, 2020
BLM survey reflects ongoing ‘uncertainty’
The leaders of Michigan’s largest employers anticipate the state and federal economies will worsen in the coming months as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, although bright spots remain, according to results of a Business Leaders for Michigan (BLM) survey conducted this month.
Next steps for displaced workers
With the expiration of expanded unemployment benefits, many of West Michigan’s unemployed job seekers have questions about their options.
A professional sales force
It’s one of the most common laments I hear from CSOs: “I wish I had a more professional sales force.”
Street Talk: The trickle-down effect
Approximately one of every three bottles of alcohol shipped into Michigan from January through March of 2019 was done so illegally, according to data compiled by the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association (MB&WWA).
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Mussels muscle in on $80M project
The Mill at Vicksburg redevelopment has turned out a curious environmental find.
Has the pandemic affected the value of your business service company?
Many business service company owners have been through the stress of several economic cycles, including the Great Recession.
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HR firm shares ideas to support working parents
HR Collaborative said employers shouldn’t fall back on wishful thinking about kids’ return-to-learning realities this fall, but instead should help employees “hope for the best and plan for the worst.” Beth Kelly, president, and Julie Burmania, HR business partner, with Grand Rapids-based HR Collaborative spoke to the Business Journal this month about how employers can […]
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Change-Ups: Torres selected as WMSBF’s 2020 President’s winner
West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum has selected Adnoris “Bo” Torres as its 2020 President’s Award winner for his contributions to the organization’s growth and development.
Report: Employer Resource Networks yield 510% ROI
A new report shows companies that provide an Employer Resource Network (ERN) success coach at the workplace experience an average of 510% return on investment toward the goals of stabilizing households and growing businesses and vibrant communities.
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Calvin creates sand dune on campus for science students
A Calvin University professor normally takes her students to the sand dunes along Lake Michigan but now, because of COVID-19, she is bringing the sand dunes to her students.
Businesses forced to close deserve tax relief
Michigan campgrounds, hotels, libraries, museums, retail stores, casinos, barbershops, public swimming pools, restaurants, day camps, hospitals, laundromats, dentists, nail salons, day spas, car dealerships, bottle returns, vacation rentals, colleges and a host of other things are open, but not gyms or movie theaters.
Public Record
MORTGAGES Selected mortgages filed with Kent County Register of Deeds QUINN, Lauren M. et al, Independent Bank, Byron Twp., $394,155 ERLANDSON, Seth A. et al, Lake Michigan Credit Union, Cannon Twp., $323,000 GONDA, Angela et al, Independent Bank, Grand Rapids, $785,175 MAINPRIZE, Adam R. et al, TCF National Bank, Nelson Twp., $285,000 KOOIMAN, Matt T. […]
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Vacation rentals withstand pandemic
While much of the hospitality industry has been reeling from the effects of the pandemic, there is one small segment that is quickly rebounding.
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Inside Track: Personal experience guides attorney’s career
The backbone of Kimberly Clarke’s legal career was what she calls her advantageous rural upbringing on a 500-acre family farm in Conklin in Ottawa County.
Together, Grand Rapids can be No. 1
As we collectively navigate the current “charged” political waters, I simply wish to remind us all of what has come before us. That many mayors, commissioners, city managers, businesspersons, philanthropists and community volunteers who have worked together to build our city of today.
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Panel: Cannabis industry needs to improve equity, prosperity
Despite the legal status of cannabis in Michigan, a panel of experts recently said the fledgling industry is still struggling to translate its promise into prosperity, equity and sustainability.
