LegalEast HillsUptownWoman-owned

Thacker Sleight is a boutique law firm specializing in sensitive, life-altering events and the legal issues that surround them. Our practice groups have expertise in divorce, collaborative divorce, child custody, mediation, estate planning, business formation, business valuation needs, and property settlements.

Marketing, Advertising & PREmployee-owned

Established as a nimble, cost-efficient, and effective resource, AUXILIARY Advertising & Design creates distinctive branding and marketing communications for clients large and small.

Home Products & ServicesFamily-owned

Family-owned and operated appliance specialty store since 1948. We specialize in appliance sales, delivery, installation, parts, and our own service department.

Marketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand Rapids

Producing the highest quality consumer shows for over seventy-four years! From the Grand Rapids Boat Show to the West Michigan Home & Garden Show, and seven other top consumer shows. ShowSpan has been connecting businesses, consumers, industries, and communities since 1945. We believe there is no greater way to build relationships than face to face.

JewelersSpecialty RetailCity of Grand RapidsFamily-owned

DeVries is a fourth-generation family business offering quality merchandise, unsurpassed personal service, and a knowledgeable staff. Jewelry and watch repairs and in-store appraisals also available.

MediaEast Fulton

Public television and radio for west and southwest Michigan.

Home Products & ServicesReal Estate & RelocationCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

We are a lot of things, such as Grand Rapids experts, animal lovers, coffee bingers, beer enthusiasts, and concert junkies. Professionally, we are an energetic team here to help you with all of your real estate needs whether you are looking to buy, sell, or lease. But that’s what every real estate agent says, right? So, what makes us different? Exceptional customer service. Accessibility. Knowledge. Honesty. FUN!

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSports/OutdoorHolland

Named after 500-degree lava stones used to cook signature dishes, RedRock Grille offers hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, gourmet burgers, and more. Enjoy RedRock’s delicious food, inviting atmosphere, and relaxing patio.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHeartsideFamily-owned

Field & Fire is a wood-fired, artisanal bakery. We specialize in crusty and European style breads, sourdough, whole grains, and buttery croissants-100% organic grains and flours.See More

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHolland

Wine Spectator’s “Best of the Best” rating: 700 wines, 200 beers, innovative cuisine, fine dining restaurant, elegant banquet room, lively pub and cocktail lounge, summer terrace, knowledgeable servers, and Butch.

Community Organizations

At Well House, we believe the solution to homelessness is housing. Our model is simple: We purchase vacant, boarded-up houses and bring them back to life. We move in our neighbors who need housing the most: Those who are living on the streets or in emergency shelters.

Building Services & SuppliersHome Products & ServicesSpecialty ServicesCity of Grand Rapids

Local well established construction company who are experts in home remodeling and specialize in restoring and remodeling Historical Homes re-creating the architectural detail that defines your home inside and out.

Community OrganizationsSpecialty ServicesHolland

CFHZ seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our community’s endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Banking & FinanceBusiness ServicesCity of Grand Rapids

We are a CPA firm offering accounting, tax, strategic planning, and consulting services for corporations, individuals, and trusts based on a foundation of understanding our client’s needs.

Specialty RetailHollandEmployee-ownedFamily-ownedWoman-ownedOnline PurchasingStorefront

Online and in-store baby registry. Specializing in eco-friendly products for growing families such as cloth diapers, organic skincare, baby carriers, nursery items, diaper bags, toys, and more. We also offer classes and groups designed to help families navigate their parenting journey.

Marketing, Advertising & PRMediaSpecialty ServicesCity of Grand Rapids

Media services, media planning and buying service. We consult, leverage and provide guidance with all media which includes traditional print and digital .

Automotive28th Street

Family owned & operated in Grand Rapids since 1966 - celebrating over 53 years of serving West Michigan! Automotive sales, service & full body shop. Cadillac & Lexus new vehicles, Certified & Pre-Owned of all makes & models. Our Outlet store offers affordable used cars, mostly around $15,000.

Marketing, Advertising & PRWoman-owned

Hyde Creative is a communications design firm specializing in brand development through design for thoughtful user experiences. We are dedicated to working strategically, with the brightest talent and resources available to deliver sustainable, usable, meaningful messages. We’re local in Grand Rapids, founded by Rachel Hyde in 2010 after thirteen years of agency and corporate world experience.

Community Organizations

A non-profit organization promoting business practices that demonstrate environmental stewardship, economic vitality, and social responsibly through education and collaboration.

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Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

An annual pre-holiday event, this festival has established itself as Michigan’s premier event for the celebration and tasting of the finest foods, wines, beers, and spirits. From the connoisseur to the novice, the International Wine, Beer & Food Festival will deliver a grand experience that is sure to please every palette.

Specialty RetailMinority-owned

We are a neighborhood superette, specializing in imported grocery, imported and domestic beer, wine and liquor, with a large selection of deli items. We also provide beverage catering.

Automotive

Family-owned since 1982, Sharpe is proud to be Grand Rapids’ exclusive BMW, MINI, Jaguar, and Land Rover Dealership.

Banking & FinanceBusiness ServicesCommunity OrganizationsCascade

We exist to make our clients wildly successful! We partner with our clients to provide comprehensive, tailored solutions that go beyond traditional tax and accounting services. Our team provides expertise, value, and timely service while solving complex and challenging situations. Clients receive a level of service that is beyond what is expected. Pennell CPA promotes a culture of continued learning and enhanced relationships that will drive client success. Our team is respectful, enthusiastic, and engaged with our clients. We exist to amaze those we serve.

Arts & EntertainmentCity of Grand Rapids

Producing the highest quality consumer shows for over seventy-four years! From the Grand Rapids Boat Show to the West Michigan Home & Garden Show and seven other top consumer shows. ShowSpan has been connecting businesses, consumers, industries, and communities since 1945. We believe there is no greater way to build relationships than face to face.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandStorefront

Cozy coffee shop near the lakeshore in Holland, MI. Features quality food and drinks hand crafted in a space that encourages slow living and creativity.See More

Banking & FinanceUptownWealthy StreetWoman-owned

We take a holistic approach to wealth management and develop a personalized strategy by becoming your partner in building the future you desire.

Restaurants, Food & Beverages28th StreetMinority-ownedWoman-owned

We exist to provide an exceptional experience to everyone. We accomplish this through our high quality ingredients, unique beverage creations, live music, and our commitment to host events and support our community. Our foundation is built on respect to create a positive culture that offers growth for our employees and to develop their skills to better serve themselves as well as our community.

Family-owned

Big Steps Little Feet has provided quality preschool and child care services for 27 years. We have grown to 15 classrooms and are licensed for 200 children. We strive to partner with parents to build positive character qualities in a safe and nurturing environment. We believe each child is a gift and deserves the best opportunity at becoming their best self. We provide care for children 6 weeks to 12 years old and have forty employees. It is our goal to make every day a fun, engaging learning experience that challenges the children and strengthens our staff in a healthy way.See More

Specialty RetailSpecialty ServicesGrandvilleFamily-owned

Retail store featuring sewing machines, embroidery machines, and sergers. Wide array of embroidery supplies and sewing classes. We also repair most models of home sewing machines in a timely manner.

Business ServicesFamily-owned

Furtherd° is a strategy innovation agency that challenges businesses to think bigger and shift their approach in order to create a more resilient future. We also act as managing partners for New Futures Lab, a design-led innovation team reimagining the role of packaging as it relates to food mobility, access, and waste reduction. Food Mobility as our lab has defined it, is the equitable and sustainable movement of nutrients through communities, from cultivation, to consumption to value recovery.

Building Services & SuppliersCity of Grand Rapids

Experts in LEED certification and green building design and construction practices. Energy efficiency services include energy audits, systems modeling and design, and tax incentives.

Arts & EntertainmentWoman-owned

We are an online gallery offering pottery, paintings, glass, prints, art photography, and jewelry. You will find beautifully crafted art by Michigan artists.

Arts & EntertainmentFarms & ProducersRestaurants, Food & BeveragesHudsonvilleFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Creative + authentic ciders impossible to find anywhere else // Changing the world one cider at a time // Proudly made on a 150-year-old family farm in Michigan

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandFamily-owned

Family restaurant specializing in breakfast and lunch.

Computers, Web & TelecomMarketing, Advertising & PRSpecialty RetailFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Avalanche Creative is an agency in Grand Rapids, MI, that helps you uncover and achieve the opportunities your business has online through search engine optimization and web development.

Woman-owned

We use a proven 20-step marketing system to get our clients the highest amount of money in the least amount of time. We also offer a free market analysis for anyone wondering what their home might be worth, and consulting in staging your home to maximize your sales price.

Community OrganizationsGroceryHealth & WellnessCity of Grand RapidsFamily-ownedMinority-ownedVeteran-owned

We understand how important it is for you to easily access affordable, sustainable, and local food which is why together we are building a cooperative community that’s bringing a full-service co-op grocery store to central Grand Rapids. Visit our website to learn more and join the co-op!

Sports/OutdoorOnline Gift CardsOnline PurchasingStorefrontOutdoor Seating

The Detroit Tigers High-A Affiliate. The Whitecaps have a mission for Fun. Community. Experiences!See More

Farms & ProducersRestaurants, Food & Beverages

The Schaefer family - centennial orchardists steeped in tradition and rooted on “the ridge” -  grows over 150 varieties of heritage cider apples and heirloom fruits on their homesteaded farm (est. 1855), and on-site cider house for production of Pux Hard Cider in Conklin - twenty minutes northwest of Grand Rapids.

Business ServicesSpecialty ServicesCity of Grand RapidsFamily-owned

VanBelkum provides managed hosted voice, video and messaging applications for business.  Our difference is our level of devotion and caring for clients.  Our team’s experience​ with​ providing professional services, cloud computing, internet service providers, network infrastructure, business phone systems, camera systems, door access controls, and Internet of Things (IoT) makes us uniquely qualified to help your organization with this important part of your business operation.  We have been supporting clients since 1959.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

GROW provides entrepreneurial training, networking, finances, and business counseling to create and strengthen businesses.

Arts & EntertainmentSpecialty RetailEast HillsUptownWoman-ownedAppointment OnlyCurbside Pick UpStorefront

A cornerstone of the arts in Grand Rapids for over thirty years representing 60+ local and national artists. LaFontsee Galleries is a contemporary art gallery offering a full-service framing department, a local boutique, and various other design services.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandWoman-owned

Full-service gourmet coffee, espresso, smoothie, and sandwich shop. Drive-thru service, comfortable inside and outside seating, and free WiFi. Catering available: Box lunches or trays.

Banking & FinanceCascadeAppointment Only

We provide wealth management, retirement plan, and financial planning services. Partnering. Educating. Making the difference. Midwest Capital Advisors is an independent, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SEC-registered investment adviser. MCA was founded in 2003 to offer a distinctively different, positive investment experience. Our client service standard is high: We are fee-only and operate under the fiduciary standard.

Automotive

Wholesale and retail tire sales and service.

Family-ownedWoman-owned

Grand Rapids’ local property management firm dedicated to fostering relationships in our communities with our tenants and surrounding businesses. Check out Heritage Place, Eastown Flats, Fulton Square, Homes at River’s Edge, Michigan Meadows, Hanover Townhomes, Knoll Townhomes, and Preserve of Spring Lake.

Business ServicesGreater Grand RapidsVeteran-owned

DK Security offers premier security and investigations services across Michigan and Ohio.See More

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

At FireRock Grille, we create a dining experience that sets us apart from other restaurants. We provide diners not only with amazing food of the highest caliber, but also a warm, inviting atmosphere in which to enjoy the company of others. Our menu contains examples of innovative cuisine, showcasing diverse offerings like our exquisite seafood and pasta dishes, our artisan sandwiches and our gourmet burgers.

Banking & FinanceGrandville

Grand River Bank was founded in 2009 by twenty-three West Michigan business leaders along with the support of nearly 750 initial investors. Despite our tremendous growth, our mission remains the same;to build a bank that provides an exceptional experience to our customers, a rewarding environment for our employees, a fair return for our investors, and a meaningful contribution to the West Michigan community. We pursue our passions and value others. We remain true to our mission and have grown steadily as the premier independent bank in West Michigan and developed a well-deserved reputation for consistently delivering an outstanding banking experience that is driven by our commitment to relationships, unsurpassed personal service, and technology solutions tailored to simplify your life. We pride ourselves in crafting banking solutions that are designed to meet the needs of our clients. Whether you choose to bank in in person, online, by mail or some of each, our products and services provide the convenience and efficiency you are looking for.See More

Business ServicesLegalCity of Grand RapidsEmployee-ownedFamily-owned

Oppenhuizen Law is a law firm specializing in patents, trademarks, and copyrights. We provide first rate legal counsel at very competitive rates.

Salons & SpasFamily-owned

Full service salon and spa specializing in all hair, nail, skin, body, and makeup services.

Business ServicesMinority-owned

T. Lauchiè & Associates is a professional development firm that offers a unique menu of services tailored to meet individual needs and corporate goals that point toward success. With a cadre of training, instructional and coaching resources, we offer each client solutions to bridging the “success gap” between goals and accomplishment.

Health & WellnessSpecialty Services

Hulst Jepsen is a trusted, locally owned and operated physical therapy practice. Our physical therapists identify patients’ needs, craft treatment plans, and use evidence-based, hands-on-approaches to maximize health and wellness.

Arts & EntertainmentWestsideEmployee-ownedDeliveryOnline Purchasing

Handcrafted Wood Decor made from a majority of up-cycled wood including Tables, Wood Burns, Mosaics, Routed, Hybrid pieces combining multiple techniques to create unique art.

Business Services

A full service print shop catering to businesses large and small, as well as personal printing. Emphasis on service and quality.

Business ServicesWoman-owned

Independent TPA firm since 1990, providing consulting and administration (annual compliance testing, government form preparation, and prototype documents) for all types of defined contribution plans.

A local real estate appraisal company with residential and commercial/industrial specialists, and associations with appraisers throughout the U.S.

Health & WellnessEast ParisFamily-ownedMinority-owned

Locally Owned, Free Prescription Delivery, All Major Insurances accepted, and Immunizations Available Daily

Business ServicesMarketing, Advertising & PRFamily-owned

kreativeMotive is a market research consulting firm based in Grand Rapids, MI specializing in Customer Satisfaction & Employee Engagement Measurement. We provide these services to diverse industries, including: Manufacturing, Education, Construction, Healthcare, Financial, Real Estate, Retail, & more.

Business ServicesCity of Grand RapidsWyoming-KentwoodFamily-ownedCurbside Pick UpDeliveryStorefront

2nd Generation owned business that focuses on providing families and businesses with clean, safe water for their homes and businesses.  We provide clean soft water to protect appliances and water using fixtures plus help lower your utility bills.  We provide clean, safe water for drinking whether it is with a high quality drinking water system installed or its a bottled water service delivered to your home or office.  Be Green & Buy Local, Call Gordon Water Systems.

Building Services & Suppliers

EPS, founded in Grand Rapids in 1955, offers burglary, fire alarm, access control, and video surveillance systems. A market leader in residential and commercial applications.

Specialty ServicesCity of Grand Rapids

Working with area schools and NPOs, CMC Education provides media literacy, video production, and stop-motion animation training to students of all ages in our hands-on classes. A service of Community Media Center.

Lodging & TravelFamily-ownedOnline Purchasing

Through unique experiences in the U.S. and around the world, Tiny World Tours brings people together in meaningful ways to help shrink our planet. We open doors to an inside track of special people, places, opportunities and transformative ideas.  You step through.

Home Products & ServicesManufacturingSpecialty RetailHollandFamily-owned

Solid handmade wooden bowls that will last for generations. Lifetime guarantee on all of our products and we pride ourselves in manufacturing tomorrow’s antiques. Made in Holland, MI!

Farms & ProducersGroceryHealth & WellnessCascadeFamily-owned

Heffron Farms Markets, family owned for four generations offering a variety of naturally raised beef, pork, chicken, and turkey. Our markets offer local dairy products and other healthy natural products.

Food has come to be anonymous, mass produced and farm from anything that our ancestors grew up eating.  Heffron Farms strives to have buying quality meats a personal experience. Hormone free, flavorful meats with the original concept of nourishment from Heffron Farms.

Give the gift that keeps giving with Heffron Farms & Markets Gift Certificate.  Make your Holiday Special with prime cuts of meats from Heffron Farms & Markets. Taste the difference!

Business ServicesComputers, Web & TelecomMarketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand RapidsEmployee-owned

What sets us apart as an IT company is our ability to provide an all encompassing service. We will administer your technology and ensure integration with existing systems.

Health & Wellness

Faith Hospice provides comfort care to those with life-limiting illness and support to their families. Our team of doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, hospice aids, and volunteers serves patients in a variety of settings.

AdaWoman-owned

The Gordon Group is about concierge service in the real estate industry. It is our passion and profession to help you find your place in West Michigan.

Marketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand RapidsMinority-ownedAppointment Only

We build customized chatbots for small businesses to supercharge their lead generation and customer support, at a highly affordable price!See More

Specialty RetailEast HillsUptownWoman-owned

An eclectic marketplace of fairly traded handcrafted gifts, decor, accessories, and more: Coffee and chocolate, bulk loose leaf teas, herbs and provisions. Featuring an extensive tea and coffee bar.

Marketing, Advertising & PRByron CenterEmployee-ownedWoman-ownedAppointment Only

A boutique social media agency that specializes in helping small businesses grow and flourish on social media through courses, group coaching, and complete management services.See More

Community Organizations

Nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization working to protect and enhance West Michigan’s natural and human environments by translating the concerns of people into positive action. WMEAC has been delivering environmental education and advocacy to the West Michigan community for fifty years.

Arts & EntertainmentEastownUptownOnline Purchasing

Circle Theatre has a mission to enrich, entertain, and educate through exceptional theatrical arts.See More

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty ServicesCity of Grand RapidsEmployee-ownedFamily-ownedWoman-owned

West Michigan’s first Burger Food Truck! We serve a variety of patty and topping choices with something to meet most appetites.

Business Services

Sibsco is a West Michigan commercial real estate firm operating since the late 1990s. Family-owned and fully committed to Grand Rapids and the surrounding area. Sibsco has over one million square feet of real estate, including office, industrial, medical, and retail in its portfolio. Sibsco works with many local firms and is proud to call Grand Rapids its home.

Business ServicesWoman-owned

Executive coaching, experiential workshops; train the trainer, and keynotes with an emphasis on enhancing collaboration, communication, and creativity through the use of applied improvisation with Fortune 100 companies to non-profits since 1999.

Business ServicesCommunity OrganizationsMarketing, Advertising & PR

BBB is a non-profit organization, providing these services:
-Request a Quote, providing customers a way to seek information and proposals from your business
-Customer Review App to gain feedback on bbb.org website from your customers
-Dispute Resolution Services, including Arbitration
-Educational Presentations to students and groups
-Charity Review for Non-Profits
-Database of 40,000 + Business Profiles for Consumers

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-owned

Specializing in homemade cookies using quality ingredients. We can design a dessert table as simple or as elegant as you like - parties, weddings, open houses, and other special events.

Business ServicesHolland

Translation & interpretation Spanish<>English and private instruction in Spanish

Health & WellnessCity of Grand RapidsHeritage HillLGBTQ+ OwnedWoman-ownedAppointment Only

Therapeutic Massage and bodywork for chronic pain conditions and muscle tension/pain due to stress.See More

LegalCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

Divorce, parenting matters, and death are sensitive situations that affect families differently. We understand your family’s needs are unique and we provide legal assistance personalized to fit your circumstances.

Home Products & ServicesManufacturingSpecialty RetailBoston SquareFamily-owned

re.dwell specializes in contemporary furniture crafted from locally sourced reclaimed materials. The innovative designs showcase the re-purposed elements, allowing each piece to tell a story, and share its unique history.

Business ServicesFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Freight Today LLC is a woman-owned and operated freight company specializing in general and expedited freight services within the demands of their customers.

Business ServicesMarketing, Advertising & PRMediaFamily-owned

What began as a small startup to help small- and medium-sized law firms with their basic marketing needs has since blossomed into an ever-growing group of experienced, skilled, and creative marketing professionals working together to exceed expectations for a wide range of clients located throughout the country, including law firms, healthcare organizations, and even other startups and entrepreneurs.

Arts & EntertainmentCity of Grand Rapids

A fine tradition for the avid outdoorsmen. Over 350 exhibitors featuring the latest outdoor gear and travel information. Famous features include: World Class Taxidermy, Antique Lures and “Lake Ultimate”, the 110,000 gallon indoor lake.

Community OrganizationsLegalCity of Grand Rapids

Facing legal problems alone? The Legal Assistance Center offers free legal information, forms, resources, guidance, and referrals for basic civil legal issues including family: Divorce, custody, paternity, child support, and parenting time. Housing: Eviction, security deposits, repairs. Consumer: Garnishment, payment plans, and probate - guardianship.

Health & WellnessFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-owned

A pediatric and family practice office in East Grand Rapids eager to serve the community.

Arts & EntertainmentCommunity OrganizationsEvent Planning & CateringAlger Heights

Gettin’ Fresh Events is a multi-faceted community minded event venue located in Alger Heights. Our focus is to provide a space for families and entrepreneurs to host gatherings, workshops, photo shoots, product launches, record releases, art shows, pop ups.

Specialty ServicesCity of Grand RapidsEast FultonWoman-ownedOnline Purchasing

We help people build planet-friendly habits and curb climate change.

My Carbon Counter™ beta launched for individuals, friends, and families April, 2021. Organizational and corporate accounts under development for summer or fall 2021!

Marketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand RapidsStorefront

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Health & WellnessEastownUptownWoman-owned

Michigan’s first CBD boutique specializes in a wide variety of CBD products for humans and pets!

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand Rapids

With eight locations throughout the City of Grand Rapids, the GRPL connects people to the transforming power of knowledge. We offer popular material for adults and children such as novels, movies, and music, as well as an extensive research collection, public internet stations, free adult computer classes, and fun programming for all ages. Check out our website for more information!

Arts & EntertainmentEvent Planning & CateringLodging & Travel

The Parsonage Inn Bed and Breakfast offers several beautiful bedrooms in a historic 1882 Queen Anne home in Heritage Hill. We are within walking distance of many cultural attractions, downtown venues, breweries, restaurants, and boutiques. Come and explore the city and the full four seasons of West Michigan.

Insurance

Insurance - Employee Benefits

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesEmployee-owned

Essence Restaurant Group creates extraordinary dining experiences with our family of concept restaurants known for exceptional service, knowledgeable associates, creative cuisine, and superior beverage.

Farms & ProducersFloral & GardenFamily-ownedMinority-ownedAppointment Only

Your local worm farm producing the liveliest and freshest vermicompost (aka worm castings). An all natural soil amendment and fertilizer for plants. Packed with probiotics for plants. Unlike synthetic fertilizers, use a little and grow a lot! Craft blends of Living Soil and a curbside pickup service of food scrap.

Business ServicesEastownUptown

Digital and offset printing.

Health & WellnessMonroe

We offer holistic, yet evidence-based outpatient services for individuals who are struggling with their mental or emotional health. Along with experienced counseling services, we provide our clients with free use of our fitness center and “prescribe” exercise to our clients.

Banking & Finance

CPAs providing accounting, auditing, business consulting, business valuation, and tax planning and preparation services to small and medium-sized businesses.