The Right Place, Inc.

Thank you for hosting us, Cascade Engineering! We had a fantastic time learning more about your work, and the group gained valuable insights from what you shared. Learn more about our Manufacturers Council, and how you can participate in events like this in the future: https://lnkd.in/eqgJ_6ms

Our third annual Tech Week Grand Rapids was an unforgettable celebration of our region’s tech sector, bringing together over 16,000 people to connect, share ideas, and ultimately help position our region as a leading tech hub in the Midwest. Thank you to everyone who participated - Tech Week wouldn’t be possible without our attendees, hosts, sponsors, and partners. Check out this blog recapping the week! https://bit.ly/3YnHTbI

Harvest Hub Summit is right around the corner! If you’re a food & beverage grower and producer in the greater Mason, Lake, Oceana, and Newaygo County regions, you will not want to miss this opportunity to optimize the success of your food business by connecting with regional buyers and gaining access to regional support organizations. Join us on October 24th! https://lnkd.in/eSGhzaUr

The second annual Place Matters Summit is coming up on November 13! Listen in as team member Travis Alden chats with Matt Cook from LMCU about the importance of placemaking and creating a sense of belonging in positioning our region as an ideal location to live, work, and play. Learn more and register for the event: https://lnkd.in/ePMHFsBV

Did you see that Grand Rapids was recently ranked among the top five cities in the country for upward economic mobility? Check out this article for more details and the full list: https://econ.st/47SJZDC

Ludus is joining the Grand Rapids tech community! Read more about how the performing arts events platform expanded, why it’s moving to Grand Rapids, and what’s next for the startup on the Purpose Jobs blog: https://bit.ly/4eJyQHg #startup #grandrapids

Check out this article recapping Montcalm County’s second annual Developer Day! Shoutout to the Montcalm Economic Alliance for coordinating this event. https://lnkd.in/eeShTYHq

Happy work anniversary to Andria Romkema, Rafael F. Martinez, and Tristan Reuben! We are so grateful to have each of you on our team! Our organization would not be the same without you. Congratulations on another incredible year - we cannot wait to see what else you three achieve!

The Right Place, Inc. released its annual progress report on its 10-year tech strategy to grow the Greater Grand Rapids region into a major tech hub of the Midwest. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eCKepssw