Mark Washington was appointed Grand Rapids City Manager last July, and hit the ground running when he officially started the role in October. With nearly 24 years of experience working in local government, including his most recent role as Assistant City Manager of Austin, Texas, Mr. Washington told us what drew him to Grand Rapids and this role. Hear our chat with the City Manager as he delves into the challenges the city is facing (yes, including parking!) and how he plans to tackle them.
West Michigan’s health care sector plays a key role in our economy, driving employment and economic growth in our region. At the same time, the...
The American Society of Employers (ASE), Michigan’s largest employer association, is excited to announce the expansion of its employee development courses to Grand Rapids. Held...
The Grand Rapids Chamber hosted a special discussion with Senator Elissa Slotkin, where she shared her priorities and engaged with business leaders on key issues,...
The Grand Rapids Policy Conference is a platform to discuss Grand Rapids’ future and the issues we must tackle as a community to support a vibrant future. Local, regional, and national thought […]
