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Tech Week Grand Rapids 2023 Recap
This year presented nearly 40 different events from more than 45 community partners.
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The Right Place assists Payload CMS with Grand Rapids expansion
Tech company to add 55 new jobs, invest $875,000 to expand location in Grand Rapids
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The Right Place Tech Strategy making great strides toward goal
To date, 3,352 tech jobs have been created.
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The Right Place assists Gentex with opening technology hub in downtown Grand Rapids
Global technology company to open office at 25 Ottawa NW, creating 100 jobs
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Strong relationships helped cybersecurity firm, Prescott, choose Grand Rapids to expand
Cybersecurity compliance consulting firm chooses Grand Rapids to expand
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Fostering Innovation: Thriving Tech Partnerships in West Michigan
Exciting times ahead for tech companies in the Greater Grand Rapids region.
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Grand Rapids Named a Top City for Tech Talent Growth, Ranking #7 on CBRE’s Annual List of Up-and-Coming Tech Markets
The metro’s local tech employment has grown by 28% in the past five years (3rd highest of emerging markets) and its tech talent wages have increased by 20% (9th highest). This is the first time Grand Rapids has reappeared on the report since 2019.
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Onward Michigan Recap
On June 1st, The Right Place hosted the inaugural Onward Michigan event. It was a day filled with inspiration and growth.
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Tech Week Grand Rapids returns in September 2023
Event host applications open for Tech Week GR, a collection of events that will showcase the region’s tech sector
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The Right Place assists TiiCKER with Grand Rapids expansion
World's first shareholder loyalty and engagement platform TiiCKER is moving its HQ to Grand Rapids