Grow Your Business in Greater Grand Rapids

Centrally located between Chicago and Detroit, Grand Rapids is Michigan’s second-largest city and a hub for research, innovation, and a thriving regional economy.

Why Greater Grand Rapids
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The Right Place recognized as a Best & Brightest Company to Work For

The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® program identifies and honors organizations that display a commitment to excellence in their human resource practices and employee enrichment. Organizations are assessed based on categories such as communication, work-life balance, employee education, diversity, recognition, retention and more.

Regional Industries

Health Sciences

Health Sciences

We’re making it happen on the Medical Mile. World-class research, healthcare, manufacturing and education facilities are all here in Greater Grand Rapids.
Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing

Greater Grand Rapids is home to one of the nation’s largest and most extensive manufacturing sectors.
Information Technology

Information Technology

Our region’s IT sector is one of the fastest growing in the nation and has a robust tech talent pipeline driving it forward.
Food Processing & Agribusiness

Food Processing & Agribusiness

Surrounded by 20% of the world’s fresh water, Greater Grand Rapids is among the most productive and diverse agricultural regions in the nation.

Our Services

What We Do

For over 30 years The Right Place has offered confidential, comprehensive business support services in Greater Grand Rapids. Our team has assisted thousands of companies to spur more than $5.1 billion in investments and 47,000 new jobs throughout the region.


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  • Supply Chain & Partner Opportunities
  • Confidential Site Location Services
  • State & Local Incentives
  • Regional Service Providers
  • Regional Business Infrastructure Improvements
  • Manufacturing Innovation & Product Development
  • International Business Development
  • West Michigan Business Research
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Upcoming Events

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Coffee Circle - January 2025

Coffee Circle - January 2025

Our Coffee Circles are hyper-personalized networking spaces for women in tech. Join us at our next Coffee Circle, happening January 14!

January 14, 2025
8:30AM–9:30AMComerica Bank
Newaygo County Economic Outlook 2025

Newaygo County Economic Outlook 2025

Please join the Newaygo County Economic Development Partnership for our annual economic forecast, featuring Dr. Paul Isely.

January 28, 2025
3:00PM–5:00PMDogwood Center for Performing Arts
Coffee Circle - February 2025

Coffee Circle - February 2025

Our Coffee Circles are hyper-personalized networking spaces for women in tech. Join us at our next Coffee Circle, happening February 6!

February 6, 2025
8:30AM–9:30AM8THIRTYFOUR Integrated Communications

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My Internship Experience at The Right Place
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My Internship Experience at The Right Place

Mia LaMontagne, our Marketing & Communications Intern for 2024, shares her experience interning at The Right Place

The Right Place 2024 Year in Review
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The Right Place 2024 Year in Review

2024 was a transformative year for The Right Place, marked by significant milestones and impactful successes for our region.

The Right Place assists BENTELER with $105 million expansion
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The Right Place assists BENTELER with $105 million expansion

147 jobs being added at new 315,000 SF EV component plant at Site 36

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Invest in Greater Grand Rapids’ Economic Future

Achieving our vision of sustainable growth and economic prosperity for all in the Greater Grand Rapids region will take the support of the businesses and key stakeholders that make up our community.

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