Young professionals lead West Michigan’s creative class

In recent years, West Michigan has grappled with the challenge of attracting and keeping young, professional talent; it appears that many young professionals are already here, and they plan to stay awhile.

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Creativity comes in many forms: a work of art, a new cure for disease, a construction project that changes the face of a city. Young leaders throughout West Michigan are using their creative impulses — in the arts, sciences, business and civic life — to make a mark in their communities.

Whether they were born in West Michigan or have chosen to make it their home, the following 20 people, all age 40 and under, demonstrate the spirit of innovation that’s shaping life throughout the region — and, in some cases, throughout the world.

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