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MEDC CEO applauds SOAR legislation

The current head of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation said the bipartisan $1.5 billion Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve (SOAR) package will help secure transformational projects and long-term economic opportunity throughout the state.

Experts analyze supply chain ‘mess’

A group of experts came together recently to target action steps companies can take in response to the supply chain crisis.

Interest in hunting, fishing licenses remains high

(As seen on WZZM TV 13) The pandemic forced people to rethink how they would protect their health and well-being in 2021, and one of the ways they did so was by retreating to the outdoors. 

Record pace of M&A expected to continue

A national survey conducted by a Michigan law firm found nothing is expected to break the stride of M&A dealmakers over the year to come.

Medical labs navigate COVID rules

West Michigan medical labs have been offering opportunities for businesses to implement strategies and have systems in place to protect their employees from the COVID-19 virus and avoid any potential upheavals of normal business operations.

Inside Track: Miner’s passion for construction in his DNA

Construction was a pastime in Michael Miner’s family.

Program helps companies expand export strategies

Michigan’s manufacturing and technology executives have a little time left to apply for a virtual, 13-week program to help accelerate their export strategies in 2022.

Stryker rolls out new time-saving surgical equipment

Stryker is making foot and ankle doctors’ jobs easier.

Business executives cautiously optimistic for 2022

In the recently released 2022 National Business Trends Survey from the Employer Associations of America (EAA), business executives indicate a fair amount of caution mixed with optimism for the 2022 outlook.

Survey shows shift in customers’ banking habits

Nearly all consumers now do some or all of their banking digitally, while interaction with bankers is reserved for advice and complex transactions — a trend expected to accelerate in 2022.

Phoenix Group urges use of innovative staffing strategies

A local management consulting firm has several ideas for businesses running up against talent hurdles in 2022.

Boating emerges as top outdoor activity

Many industries have been negatively impacted by the pandemic, but there is at least one industry that has benefited from it.

Harness the power of collaboration for betterment of humanity

When the clock struck midnight on Dec. 31, Van Andel Institute’s 25th anniversary year drew to a close. As we reflect on this milestone in our organization’s history, we are more grateful than ever for the community that has embraced us and helped make our achievements possible.

SCOTUS to rule on OSHA vaccine directive

The U.S. Supreme Court was scheduled to hear oral arguments in a case that will have significant ramifications for employers and employees: Whether to stay the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s emergency temporary rule that employers require all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing for the disease.

How to make retirement goals you actually can keep

A new year is synonymous with new hopes, dreams and goals.

House, Senate lawmakers push for early parole reform

LANSING — Michigan prison policy fails to consider good behavior and rehabilitation when it comes to parole, some advocates say.

Change-Ups: Southway named Hope Network’s senior director of business operations

Hope Network named Shannon Southway its senior director of business operations.

Public Record

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Street Talk: Kent caps successful year

Individual accomplishments over the course of time often can be missed, but reviewed collectively, they can present a snapshot of significant achievements.