Grow Your Business in Greater Grand Rapids

Centrally located between Chicago and Detroit, Grand Rapids is Michigan’s second-largest city and a hub for research, innovation, and a thriving regional economy.

Why Greater Grand Rapids
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The Right Place recognized as a Best & Brightest Company to Work For

The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® program identifies and honors organizations that display a commitment to excellence in their human resource practices and employee enrichment. Organizations are assessed based on categories such as communication, work-life balance, employee education, diversity, recognition, retention and more.

Regional Industries

Health Sciences

Health Sciences

We’re making it happen on the Medical Mile. World-class research, healthcare, manufacturing and education facilities are all here in Greater Grand Rapids.
Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing

Greater Grand Rapids is home to one of the nation’s largest and most extensive manufacturing sectors.
Information Technology

Information Technology

Our region’s IT sector is one of the fastest growing in the nation and has a robust tech talent pipeline driving it forward.
Food Processing & Agribusiness

Food Processing & Agribusiness

Surrounded by 20% of the world’s fresh water, Greater Grand Rapids is among the most productive and diverse agricultural regions in the nation.
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Our Services

What We Do

For 40 years The Right Place has offered confidential, comprehensive business support services in Greater Grand Rapids. Our team has assisted thousands of companies to spur more than $6 billion in investments and 50,000 new jobs throughout the region.


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  • Supply Chain & Partner Opportunities
  • Confidential Site Location Services
  • State & Local Incentives
  • Regional Service Providers
  • Regional Business Infrastructure Improvements
  • Manufacturing Innovation & Product Development
  • International Business Development
  • West Michigan Business Research
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Upcoming Events

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The Right Place Investor Exchange | May 20, 2025

The Right Place Investor Exchange | May 20, 2025

Data Centers & Economic Opportunity in Greater Grand Rapids

This is an investor-exclusive event.

May 20, 2025
7:30AM–9:30AMEmbassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Talent Learning Lab | May 20, 2025

Talent Learning Lab | May 20, 2025

Reducing Barriers to Increase Retention

May 20, 2025
3:00PM–5:00PMUrban League of West Michigan
2025 Council Connection

2025 Council Connection

From Insight to Impact: How AI is Reshaping West Michigan’s Industries

This is an industry council-exclusive event.

June 3, 2025
2:00PM–5:00PMGrand River Aseptic Manufacturing

Recent News

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$1.3M in Revitalization and Placemaking Program funds will support 7 West Michigan placemaking projects
RAP Grant Recipients 2025
May 16th, 2025

$1.3M in Revitalization and Placemaking Program funds will support 7 West Michigan placemaking projects

The Right Place, Franklin Partners, and City of Wyoming Awarded “Deal of the Year” in Real Estate/Development by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business
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April 29th, 2025

The Right Place, Franklin Partners, and City of Wyoming Awarded “Deal of the Year” in Real Estate/Development by Crain’s Grand Rapids Business

Dayna Neff Named Executive Director of the Montcalm Economic Alliance
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April 28th, 2025

Dayna Neff Named Executive Director of the Montcalm Economic Alliance

In her new role, Neff will lead efforts to drive economic growth and business development throughout Montcalm County.

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Invest in Greater Grand Rapids’ Economic Future

Achieving our vision of sustainable growth and economic prosperity for all in the Greater Grand Rapids region will take the support of the businesses and key stakeholders that make up our community.

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