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Upcoming Events
Career Readiness Conference 2026
Career Readiness Conference 2026
West Michigan’s future depends on how we prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s opportunities. The Career Readiness Conference brings together educators, employers, and workforce leaders to spark collaboration, share strategies, and co-design real pathways from classroom to career.
March 10, 2026
8:00AM–2:00PMGVSU Allendale Campus
AI for Manufacturing: Hands On Training Series
AI for Manufacturing: Hands On Training Series
This free 4-session course helps companies benefit from AI without the cost or risk of a full enterprise-wide rollout.
March 12–April 2, 2026
10:00AM–12:00PMGrand Rapids Community College
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
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Manufacturing Spotlight: Bloop Bead Co.
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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