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Manufacturing Spotlight: Bloop Bead Co.
February 25th, 2026
Manufacturing Spotlight: Bloop Bead Co.
What started as a hobby became a one-of-a-kind fish beading company, making a significant impact on Michigan’s fishing industry.
Manufacturing Spotlight: USAMR
February 17th, 2026
Manufacturing Spotlight: USAMR
Nick Saur and Shiva Sundaram, co-founders of USAMR, are determined to solve a growing challenge in the automation and mobile robotics market
Westwood AI Awarded Grant to Participate in FLITE Program
February 6th, 2026
Westwood AI Awarded Grant to Participate in FLITE Program
Upcoming Events
2026 Q2 Technology Exchange | April 22
2026 Q2 Technology Exchange | April 22
This is a member-exclusive event.
April 22, 2026
3:00PM–5:00PMBamboo Grand Rapids
West Michigan Manufacturing Defense Cooperative | Market & Operational Readiness
West Michigan Manufacturing Defense Cooperative | Market & Operational Readiness
This is an exclusive, interactive cohort designed for manufacturers interested in diversifying operations and exploring opportunities within the Department of Defense supply chain.
Please email bookerr@rightplace.org if you are interested in pre-registration.
April 28, 2026
9:00AM–11:00AMLakeshore Advantage