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The Right Place

Your single source for business success

The Right Place is your single source for business success in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are a private, non-profit economic development organization that has led West Michigan's economic growth for over 30 years. We provide business growth assistance to both local and international companies including site location services, connections to regional supply chain and service providers, regional business tours, consultation on state and local business incentives, and more.

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  • Why West Michigan

    We provide the long-term services, resources and information businesses need to remain prosperous, agile, and growing through changing economies and shifting markets.

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  • Core Industries

    Conveniently located between Detroit and Chicago on Michigan’s western shoreline, West Michigan is a center for manufacturing excellence, life science discovery, and technological innovation.

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  • Regional Data

    West Michigan is a growing, vibrant region that has much to offer businesses and professionals alike. The region consists of over 1.5 million and is anchored by the cities of Grand Rapids, Holland and Muskegon.

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  • Local Business Support

    We are your single source for expert services, information and support across West Michigan. Each year, our team meets with more than 300 companies in the region, providing the strategic services and support you need to succeed.

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Audience Showcase

  • Discover West Michigan Site Selection Center

    Consider this your one stop shop for all information on our region. We are proud to showcase the data, properties, and collection of highlights that should give you a good idea of why we think West Michigan is the Right Place for business.

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  • For Local Business Manufacturing Services

    For over 20 years, The Michigan Manufacturing Center-West (The Center) has delivered objective, high-quality manufacturing and technical support to small and medium-sized manufacturers. The Center supports the global competitiveness of manufacturers throughout the region's 13 counties.

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  • Featured Event Commodity Trends 2020 Outlook

    The Commodity Trends 2020 Outlook event will provide you with the critical data on feedstock trends so you can build and manage an effective commodities strategy. Gain insights into influencing factors of critical manufacturing commodities such as Metals and Plastics and discuss possible options to help you manage global supply chains.

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Featured Company: Erhardt Construction

Erhardt Construction, founded in 1962, is a general contracting, construction management, and design-build firm operating in Greater Grand Rapids. Erhardt's total involvement and detailed approach is the best way to ensure an excellent construction experience for its clients. Services include: Pre-Construction, General Contracting, Construction Management, Design-Build, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Lean Project Delivery and Facility Solutions Group. Erhardt serves its clients, employees, and community by turning visions into reality.

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