Lakeshore Advantage connects expanding companies with state and local resources to support their growth. If your company is looking to expand, contact our Vice President of Business Solutions at amanda.murray@lakeshoreadvantage.com.

Mission Design's new facility

SoundOff Signal's groundbreaking

Two Companies Expand, Creating 100k+ of New Manufacturing Space

Mission Design and Automation, an automation and robotics integrator, is expanding in Holland with the creation of a new facility. This new facility is expected to create 105 jobs. Read More.

SoundOff Signal, an integrated strategic lighting and controls manufacturer, is expanding their corporate headquarters in Hudsonville. This expansion is expected to enable SoundOff Signal to double the size of their production space. Read More.

We hosted a panel of broadband and utility experts to discuss the need for fast, accessible broadband for Ottawa and Allegan Counties. Watch the recording of the webinar HERE.

Ottawa County Residents: Take THIS quick survey to inform Ottawa County’s broadband next steps to provide high speed internet access for all.

"Doesn’t everyone have high speed internet access? You just call your cable company and get a little black box, plug it in and the globe light icon comes on, right? No, not everybody."

Read our perspective on why access to broadband is an economic development issue.

Did you hear the good news?

Click HERE to see the full list of Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan.

"One lesson I have learned and try to encourage others in is to enjoy wherever you are at in your career now. As I look back on my own career, I realize I’ve had a few seasons where I was discontent because of my title or lack thereof. The reality is that regardless of title or role, I was in a position to learn, serve, and grow professionally. More importantly I was in a position to grow as a person. If you are someone with high integrity and a good work ethic, you will get your shot. Whether or not you are where you want to be right now, enjoy each season as it comes and try to find the lessons you can take from each. "

Read the full interview

Recent Bright Spots and News of Note

Celebrating what makes West Michigan a great place to live, work, learn, grow and start a business.

Trendway makes the news for their new design for a height-adjustable table.
The Wall Street Journal featured a story on West Michigan hiring challenges and how Gentex’s Spanish speaking line is a creative solution to offering additional opportunities in our region.
Congrats to Ottawa County for winning the G.W. Haworth Strength of the Community award.
The City of Zeeland’s population triples during the work day. Thanks to this EDA grant, the city is able to handle the extra wastewater capacity to support their growing manufacturing base.
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program is a new countywide program for owners of eligible commercial, industrial, or multi-unit (four or more) residential properties that gives access to a funding alternative to finance energy-efficient building improvements.
A new round of applicants can apply for the Michigan Skills Scholarships program, which provides up to $1,500 in aid in tuition coverage at a private training school for adults 25 and older, as part of the Michigan Reconnect Program.
The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity has employer resources for long and short-term workforce solutions.
Want to learn tips on how to successfully ship products to your customers? Attend MEDC's webinar on Navigating Export Logistics on July 29 at 11:00 am.

Thank You, Ascension Borgess Allegan Hospital for Your New Investment in Lakeshore Advantage.

Lakeshore Advantage investor support positively impacts the region's economic health. Contact Beth Blanton at beth.blanton@lakeshoreadvantage.com to learn more.

This news and events update was sent to you as a service of Lakeshore Advantage. We send communications on a regular basis to keep you up-to-date on information that may be helpful to you as a West Michigan primary employer. Please direct questions, comments and future submissions to Kelsey Sivertson at kelsey.sivertson@lakeshoreadvantage.com.

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