»»ÆÞ¾ãÀÖ²¿ has made strategic moves in its West Michigan expansion, launching »»ÆÞ¾ãÀÖ²¿â€™s Grand Rapids Business in April 2023 following the acquisitions of MiBiz and the Grand Rapids Business Journal in 2022.
The brand welcomed community leaders for an open house on Feb. 26, offering networking with the team and a look at the modern, open-concept environment. The downtown location underscores »»ÆÞ¾ãÀÖ²¿’s commitment to be deeply ingrained in the heart of West Michigan. The move to Grand Rapids aligns with its status as a growing market in Michigan.
The brand is led by Group Publisher Jim Kirk, Executive Editor Mickey Ciokajlo, Editor Joe Boomgaard, and Sales Director Jill May. The newsroom, led by Managing Editor Andy Balaskovitz and Special Projects Editor Tim Gortsema, has reporters covering real estate, health care, manufacturing, restaurants, small business, and more.
Explore the digital presence at . The Morning 5, the brand’s franchise newsletter that publishes Monday through Friday, has strong open rates and positive feedback, becoming a must-read for the regional business community.
As Crain Communications continues to grow alongside the market, the team expresses pride in serving West Michigan from their new Grand Rapids hub. The culmination of these efforts will be celebrated at the annual Newsmakers event at Meijer Gardens, symbolizing the positive reception of the »»ÆÞ¾ãÀÖ²¿ brand in this dynamic market. The »»ÆÞ¾ãÀÖ²¿ team looks forward to continuing their impactful work and growth journey in Grand Rapids.
