Regions
Mecosta County
The Right Place and the Mecosta County Economic Development Corporation recently concluded a three-year partnership focused on advancing economic development in the region. We are grateful for the collaboration. For current economic development resources and information for Mecosta County, please visit the official Mecosta County website.
We look forward to opportunities to work together again in the future.
Partners of the Right Place
We work alongside several partner organizations to drive regional economic development and growth.
What We Do
The Right Place serves both current and prospective West Michigan companies, providing one-stop assistance for location, innovation, and growth.
Recent News

Beyond the Numbers: Key Insights from The Right Place’s 2025 Reports
The Right Place’s 2025 industry reports highlight the trends, challenges, and progress shaping our regional economy. Together, these insights take us beyond the numbers to better understand the forces driving our future.

BLOUGH INC. | From Turnover to Transformation: Blough Inc.’s Leadership Journey to Operational Excellence
Founded in 1962 in Lowell, Michigan, with just three employees, Blough Inc. has grown into a veteran-owned industry leader, now operating out of a 50,000-square-foot, climate-controlled facility. Today, the company serves more than 15 industries, leveraging advanced automated and robotic technologies.

Momentum in Motion: Tech, Growth and the Road Ahead for Greater Grand Rapids
Greater Grand Rapids is in the midst of a transformation - and the data prove it. The Right Place’s newly released 2025 Tech Report, unveiled during Tech Week Grand Rapids, offers the clearest picture yet of how the region’s innovation economy is scaling.
Upcoming Events
Manufacturers Council | Work Based Learning and Youth Engagement at KCTC
This is a manufacturers council member-exclusive event.
Economic Outlook for 2026
Stay ahead of the curve with expert forecasts shaping the year to come.
Supply Chain Management Conference 2026
Registration opens early 2026.