by Kimberly Viers | Oct 31, 2019 | Business
Polytek Development Corp. is moving forward with plans to expand its facility in Comstock Charter Township. This project plans to generate a total private investment of $2.1 million and create 28 jobs! As a result of the expansion and new jobs, the leading...
by Kimberly Viers | Oct 30, 2019 | Business
Decreasing Talent Pool? Now, That’s Scary! Handmade airplanes flew as water poured through pumps and giant Jenga crashed to the ground. What seems like a day of fun for area middle school students at MiCareerQuest Southwest doubled as a glimpse into future...
by Kimberly Viers | Oct 21, 2019 | Business
Economic growth and how to achieve it are at the top of the platform for most candidates for government office—whether it be for local, state, or national seats of representation. Regional economic catalyst, Southwest Michigan First, reached out to 2019 candidates for...
by Kimberly Viers | Oct 14, 2019 | Business
The Southwest Michigan economy is often recognized for the strong roles that its pharmaceutical, medical device, furniture, agriculture, food processing, and manufacturing industries play. But what about design? Michigan, as a whole, is brimming with designers of all...
by Kimberly Viers | Oct 14, 2019 | Uncategorized
BEN JEGLIC IS GETTING HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE AT KAISER ALUMINUM Position Engineering Intern at Kaiser Aluminum Education Western Michigan University (WMU) Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engeneering Graduation Date May 2020 Keeping Pace With Production I work on the...