June 13, 2022
Street Talk: Head of the class
Business leaders from across the state are outspoken about the need to expand investment in Michigan’s universities — especially the state’s top research universities — so businesses will be able to tap the highly educated college graduates and research they need to keep up with the growing demand for workers.
Public Record
MORTGAGES Selected mortgages filed with Kent County Register of Deeds BROOKS, Donald R. II et al, Guaranteed Rate, Parcel: 411403453023, $600,000 ROJAS, Diego J., Lake Michigan Credit Union, East Grand Rapids, $647,200 SHI, Lei, Hometown Lenders, Wyoming, $355,600 VROEGOP, Mitchel J. et al, MMS Mortgage Services, Cannon Twp., $372,400 SANCHEZ, Miguel et al, Flagstar Bank, […]
Achieving big dreams, especially as a woman, requires great sacrifice
When I imagined being a top executive with a six-figure salary, PTA mom and owner of a spacious home and new car, I did not imagine it would be messy, emotional or lonely.
Begin planning early to save the family business
Ready or not, someday every business owner exits their business. But it also is likely unexpected problems may ensue.
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Change-ups: Droppers named Go To Lawyer for business law
Michigan Lawyers Weekly named Varnum partner Jake Droppers a Go To Lawyer for business law.
Economic incentives can fill gaps in project financing
The rising cost of raw materials. Supply chain issues. A tight labor market. Increasing interest rates. The struggle is real for developers, who are watching their construction costs skyrocket — even as demand increases.
Environmentalists push to ban controversial chemical
LANSING — The recent discovery of a dangerous family of chemicals in Michigan cattle has a statewide environmental group renewing its efforts to ban the controversial substance.
Marijuana has companies rethinking workplace testing
LANSING — American workers are consuming more marijuana — a lot more, according to a new analysis by Quest Diagnostics, a provider of health diagnostic information services.
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Inside Track: Brimmer moves at his own pace
On the shores of Lake Michigan, a retired Michigan State University professor is building himself an artistic playground.
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Cruise ships returning to Great Lakes ports
LANSING — After a two-year hiatus, Great Lakes cruise ships are back.
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Nonprofit steps in to help with Afghan refugees’ needs
The New Americans Legal Clinic (NALC) is off to a fast start.
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Feedback finally results in trademark certificates going electronic
Trademark owners now can receive their trademark registration certificates from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) faster than ever before.
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Survey of hospitality operators shows some persistent issues
A new survey of restaurant and hotel operators shows industry profitability and operations continue to be hampered by a web of factors.
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Study: Aluminum tariffs cost U.S. beverage industry $1.4B
A recent report shows the beverage industry took a $1.4 billion hit from aluminum tariffs since 2018, and a local business owner said several other factors are impacting prices, as well.
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GVSU expert: Recession worries loom despite stable indicators
(As seen on WZZM TV 13) Though economic indicators remain stable or even on the rise, worry over interest rates, inflation and continued supply chain issues have many leaders and economists predicting a recession, according to a local analyst.
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Business Leaders publishes ‘Compete to Win’ plan
The state’s business roundtable recently released a plan called “Compete to Win: Michigan’s Path to Top 10,” a strategy designed to help Michigan accelerate its economic growth.
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App connects consumers and growers
West Michigan web developer and gardener Terra Osman is reaping the benefits of a homegrown idea for building up local food systems.
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City adopts $598M budget
The Grand Rapids City Commission formally adopted its 2023 fiscal year budget with plans to continue essential services and enhance public safety oversight.
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Partners launch improvement program at HōM Flats
HōM Flats recently created programming at its workforce housing developments designed to open doors for residents’ life and career advancement.
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Real estate-tech startup secures $12.5M
Wire fraud is on the rise and poses a major threat to the real estate sector, but a Grand Rapids-based startup has secured a significant investment in its efforts to help prevent scams.
