Month: October 2024

Economic growth is a priority for most candidates, whether they’re running for local, state, or national office. As a regional economic catalyst, Southwest Michigan First reached out to the 2024 candidates to hear their strategies for driving economic development. Now through election day, we’ll be sharing their responses, organized alphabetically by last name, regardless of […]

Southwest Michigan companies are facing increasing pressure to reduce costs and remain competitive. One significant area of expense that can be optimized is energy consumption. But many other areas warrant a regular examination as well like telecommunications, shipping, merchant processing, compressed gases, fuel, and office supplies. By leveraging your membership with the Chamber, you can […]