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RapidChat: Lauren Rahman Thompson on World Refugee Day, Treetops Collective, and more.

By Jenna Morton, Rapid Chat Editor Thursday, June 21, 2018

"It’s easy to forget 'refugee' is only a status, not an identity," states Lauren Rahman Thompson, Director of Operations at Treetops Collective. It's time to be more aware, get educated, and take action beyond World Refugee Day on June 20th.

High Growth Happy Hour: Great beer, positive vibes, and practical encouragement for entrepreneurs

By Estelle Slootmaker Thursday, June 14, 2018

On Tuesday, Grand Rapids area entrepreneurs learned how to better grow their dreams at Rapid Growth’s annual Comcast High Growth Happy Hour at Creston Brewery. Beer taps flowed, plates filled with delicious eats emptied quickly, and the diverse panel of local entrepreneurs spilled the secrets of their success.

My heart's in Midtown: A Neighborhoods of GR essay

By Marjorie Steele Thursday, June 07, 2018

In this special edition of Neighborhoods of GR, writer and former Midtown resident Marjorie Steele dives into her love for the neighborhood's diversity, chill vibes, and affordability.

All hail the bartender! Veteran West Michigan drink-slingers tell their tales

By Lauren Fay Carlson, Managing Editor Thursday, April 26, 2018

The bartender is a fixture in dives and restaurants and often serves as a sounding board for life's concerns. To celebrate the profession, four veteran bartenders took a moment to open their lives and careers, expressing the heart of bartending in West Michigan. Here are their stories, so raise a glass.

Construction paves the way for a growing Grand Rapids

By Rapid Growth Media Thursday, April 12, 2018

Every time you look outside your window, it's clear: GR continues to grow. Catch up on the many ways construction impacts our community.

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RapidChat: Lauren Rahman Thompson on World Refugee Day, Treetops Collective, and more.

High Growth Happy Hour: Great beer, positive vibes, and practical encouragement for entrepreneurs

My heart's in Midtown: A Neighborhoods of GR essay

All hail the bartender! Veteran West Michigan drink-slingers tell their tales

Construction paves the way for a growing Grand Rapids

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Building Communities Innovation & Job News

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Building Communities Features

RapidChat: Lauren Rahman Thompson on World Refugee Day, Treetops Collective, and more.

High Growth Happy Hour: Great beer, positive vibes, and practical encouragement for entrepreneurs

My heart's in Midtown: A Neighborhoods of GR essay

All hail the bartender! Veteran West Michigan drink-slingers tell their tales

Construction paves the way for a growing Grand Rapids

Growing Companies

Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc.

County of Ottawa

Building Communities Development News

Building Communities Innovation & Job News

Growing Companies