Supporting Grand Rapids Business Growth
From Darcy McMann, GR Chamber President ……
Despite Tough Conditions, Small Businesses Are Investing More In Marketing
Many entrepreneurs are reversing a well-worn cost-cutting business strategy for surviving a stagnating economy. Rather than slashing marketing budgets—typically the very first expense companies sacrifice in shaky times—most small-business owners instead say they plan...
The Staying Power of Small Business: What New Data Says About the 2026 Economy
2025 delivered no shortage of complications. Between political gridlock, a prolonged federal shutdown, and persistent economic uncertainty, it was a year marked by volatility. Through it all, however, one economic signal refused to be throttled: America’s drive to...
Keeping Small Businesses Operational In An Uncertain Economy
Small businessowners currently face a number of operational challenges, including economic obstacles created by inflation and tariffs, according to data from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Business owners have said the best way to support small businesses is by simply...
How Zelle Is Scaling Beyond P2P Payments To Tackle Small Business
The numbers behind Zelle are becoming difficult to ignore. In a financial landscape crowded with fintech disruptors and government-backed payment rails, the network recently announced it moved $1.2 trillion last year. That represents a 20% growth year over year,...
Why It’s Important New Hires Fit Company’s Culture
Most people have a past job where they felt out of sync with their environment. Whether it was a boring teenage summer job or a rigid corporate office with cubicle-bound employees, the prevailing culture likely shaped your daily experience and attitude. If you’re a...
As AI Disrupts the Workforce, These Small Businesses Are Still Safe To Start in 2026
Artificial intelligence is displacing workers at a rising rate, but that is also giving rise to another trend. More and more entrepreneurs are starting their own businesses after having been laid off. In 2024, 67% more entrepreneurs launched a venture after layoffs,...
