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New National VC Firm Entrepreneur Ventures Leases Office Space at 61 Commerce in Grand Rapids
Midwest Hub for LA-based VC fund focused on consumer products and tech joins TiiCKER in startup-forward building

The Right Place assists Orka Automation with Wyoming expansion
Orka Automation to add 25 new jobs, invest $2,500,000 in upcoming expansion

Leveraging AI & the Future of Teams in West Michigan
The Technology Council of West Michigan gathered to explore the impact and tremendous potential that AI will have on all our industries. Below are some insights we gained from our discussion.

Tech Week Grand Rapids 2023 Recap
This year presented nearly 40 different events from more than 45 community partners.

The Right Place assists Payload CMS with Grand Rapids expansion
Tech company to add 55 new jobs, invest $875,000 to expand location in Grand Rapids

The Right Place Tech Strategy making great strides toward goal
To date, 3,352 tech jobs have been created.

The Right Place assists Gentex with opening technology hub in downtown Grand Rapids
Global technology company to open office at 25 Ottawa NW, creating 100 jobs

Strong relationships helped cybersecurity firm, Prescott, choose Grand Rapids to expand
Cybersecurity compliance consulting firm chooses Grand Rapids to expand

Fostering Innovation: Thriving Tech Partnerships in West Michigan
Exciting times ahead for tech companies in the Greater Grand Rapids region.

Grand Rapids Named a Top City for Tech Talent Growth, Ranking #7 on CBRE’s Annual List of Up-and-Coming Tech Markets
The metro’s local tech employment has grown by 28% in the past five years (3rd highest of emerging markets) and its tech talent wages have increased by 20% (9th highest). This is the first time Grand Rapids has reappeared on the report since 2019.
