For over 75 years, DECA has impacted the lives of more than ten million students. DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. The Michigan Collegiate DECA Chapters will compete in their annual competition conference, February 4-6, 2022. DECA is looking for judges […]
Do you have an idea or a problem that needs to be solved? A product that needs to be created? Have you had an idea for a business that you’ve been itching to make a reality? Do you feel that with a little guidance, you’d be able to finally launch your concept? If this sounds […]
Among the 263 urban areas that participated in the third quarter 2021 Cost of Living Index, the after-tax cost for a professional/managerial standard of living ranged from more than twice the national average in New York (Manhattan) NY to more than 20 percent below the national average in Kalamazoo, MI. The Cost of Living Index […]
During the pandemic, more than half of Americans were reported to drink at least one cup of coffee a day. If you’re one of those folks who can’t get your day going without your cup of joe, we understand your struggle. While it’s near impossible to replicate your favorite coffee shop order at home, you can […]
To help our community members make informed choices in the upcoming November 2, 2021, election, we asked candidates running for local seats to participate in our Candidate Forum to help you get to know them better. Today, meet Robert D. Britigan III. Public safety, infrastructure, placemaking, and economic development are key motivators in Robert D. […]
To help our community members make informed choices in the upcoming November 2, 2021, election, we asked candidates running for local seats to participate in our Candidate Forum to help you get to know them better. Today, meet Qianna Decker. A message of equity guides Qianna Decker’s quest to become a City Commissioner in the […]
Today, regional economic development catalyst Southwest Michigan First announced it has secured an anonymous gift of land along with a $100 million commitment for the construction of a new, world-class Career and Technical Education Center on the gifted parcel. “For years, local educators and employers have talked about the need for a centralized career and […]
To help our community members make informed choices in the upcoming November 2, 2021, election, we asked candidates running for local seats to participate in our Candidate Forum to help you get to know them better. Today, meet Patricia Randall. A desire to improve customer service and increase accountability within all levels of government are […]
Not seasonally adjusted unemployment rates declined in 15 of Michigan’s 17 labor market areas in August 2021, according to data released from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. “Most of Michigan’s regional labor markets displayed typical seasonal trends in August,” said Wayne Rourke, associate director of the Bureau of Labor Market Information and […]
Scott Goodwin, a Director of Communications at Urban Alliance, participated in the 2019 cohort of Leadership Kalamazoo. With a majority of Scott’s work focused on outreach, the opportunity to make connections with those outside his typical network provided a different perspective and new opportunities. “I got to meet a lot of great folks doing great […]
To help our community members make informed choices in the upcoming November 2, 2021, election, we asked candidates running for local seats to participate in our Candidate Forum to help you get to know them better. Today, meet Tara Gish. Citing a need for need leaders who understand community building and change leadership, Tara Gish […]
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