Yesterday, Dr. Philomena Mantella from Grand Valley State University graciously hosted the Tech Week Advisory Board and planning team for a celebratory happy hour, kicking off what is sure to be an incredible Tech Week! A huge thank you to Dr. Mantella, Jason Joseph from Corewell Health, and Mark Johnson from Michigan Software Labs for their amazing leadership in guiding the Tech Week Advisory Board. Their vision and dedication have truly elevated this year’s event.
The Right Place, Inc.
Non-profit Organizations
Grand Rapids, Michigan 9,635 followers
Your single source for business success in West Michigan
About us
Serving West Michigan since 1985, The Right Place, Inc. is a regional non-profit economic development organization in Grand Rapids, which is supported by investments from the private and public sector. The Right Place drives regional Economic Development initiatives to stimulate economic growth, wealth creation, and operational excellence by focusing on productivity, innovation, and the retention and creation of quality employment in the West Michigan community. Staffed by a team with more than 150 years of combined experience, we are a single source of services, information and support for companies that want to grow in West Michigan. Our work is evidenced by billions in new capital investment, and thousands of new and retained jobs in West Michigan. The Right Place plays a vital role in transforming West Michigan's economy and building a thriving global center for future business and innovation.
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http://www.rightplace.org
External link for The Right Place, Inc.
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1985
- Specialties
- Business Retention, Business Expansion, Business Attraction, Community Development, and Talent
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125 Ottawa Ave.
Suite 450
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503, US
Employees at The Right Place, Inc.
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Who’s ready for Tech Week GR 2024? 🙋♀️ From showcases to workshops, Tech Week has something for everyone! Here are a few events we're looking forward to. To view the full lineup of over 70 events, visit techweekgr.com/events.
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Our The Right Place, Inc. Board meeting centered on tech today as we approach #TechWeekGR. Special thanks to our terrific panelists—Ashlea Souffrou, CMRP , Jeff Lambert , and Dan Ribbens from SxanPro TiiCKER and Payload—who shared their growth stories and provided insights into what is working, and what needs work, in the regional tech scene. Joshua Hulst of Michigan Software Labs (and also RPI Board Member) drove a great conversation as moderator. Looking forward to seeing everyone at TechWeekGR starting Sept 16! TechWeekGR.com
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We are only 11 days away from the Tech Week 2024 Kick-Off event! Join us on September 16th as we welcome our keynote speaker, Stephen Dubner, co-author of the Freakonomics book series and host of Freakonomics Radio. Dubner will share his widely acclaimed expertise, inspiring us as we celebrate the start of Grand Rapids’ third consecutive Tech Week. For more information and to register, click here: https://bit.ly/3VY3tBb
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Last week, Michigan Works! West Central celebrated 50 years of fostering economic growth and workforce development across the state. Organizations like these play a pivotal role as we continue to strive for economic prosperity of our region. “By investing in workforce development and business growth, we can create a thriving economy that benefits all residents,” says Kelly Jo W., Executive Director of the Mecosta County Development Corporation, powered by The Right Place. “Together, we provide the tools and resources needed to build a brighter future for Michigan.” Thank you to Shelly Keene, Executive Director of MWWC, and the MWWC staff for all that you do to support our communities.
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Thank you to PEOPLEIT for being one of our innovator sponsors at this year’s Tech Week GR Kick-Off event! We are so grateful for your support in making this event a success. We look forward to seeing everyone at the kick-off event featuring Stephen Dubner in just 12 DAYS! 🎉
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❗Business leaders in Western Michigan, this one’s for you! Tech Week Grand Rapids is happening in just a few short weeks. Our friends at Purpose Jobs wrote a blog about how you can get the most out of attending the many Tech Week GR events. Read Andria Romkema’s tips for making the most of the events and making those ever-important connections: https://lnkd.in/gsi95EaC
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This year’s Tech Week GR Kick-Off Event is right around the corner! Thank you to our disruptor sponsors - BDO, Ferris State University, Michigan Capital Network, Rehmann, Vervint, and Western Michigan University - for your support! We can’t wait to see everyone on September 16th!
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The Right Place recently introduced an AI roadmap to help local manufacturers navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. Check out this article for more information: https://bit.ly/3AyQWwY
The Right Place launches AI roadmap to support manufacturers
rapidgrowthmedia.com
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Grand Rapids! Are you ready for this year’s Tech Week Kick-Off Event? Our keynote speaker, Stephen Dubner, will share his widely renowned expertise with us as we gear up for a week full of all things tech. The event is quickly approaching, so don’t wait - register today! Find more information here: https://bit.ly/3VY3tBb
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