Lakeshore Advantage

Working in our little "snow globe" today. Cold days, clear vision, and an unmatched Lakeshore Advantage.

LG Energy Solution has announced its launch of the ‘Battery Innovation Contest (BIC) 2025’ to identify and support the next groundbreaking battery technologies. Innovators from universities and research institutions worldwide are encouraged to submit proposals until January 31, 2025, at https://zurl.co/cJcZk. Since its inaugural competition in 2017, BIC has been LG Energy Solution’s flagship research contest. This year’s edition has been revamped to foster greater collaboration between academia and industry. Selected researchers will receive annual research funding of up to USD 150,000 annually. Additional funding may be granted to projects making significant achievements through extended contracts. Cheers to "charging" the future!

Attention mid-career professional women in manufacturing! Inforum’s ManufacturingNEXT mentorship program is now accepting applications for a select cohort of participants. This is a unique opportunity for women in managerial or director roles within manufacturing to receive valuable mentorship and guidance from industry leaders. Applications are due by January 17, 2025. For more information and to apply, please contact Becky at bwood@myinforum.org. Learn more about ManufacturingNEXT: https://zurl.co/hKhAp #WomenInManufacturing #LeadershipDevelopment #Mentorship #ManufacturingNEXT #Inforum

Help us in congratulating Ryan Ferrier on his one year anniversary with Lakeshore Advantage. Ryan consitently “comes to the rescue” whether he is jumping in to support a team member, out visiting with a valued investor, or trying to make the world a better place through his passion for sustainability. He is a treasure and we are so lucky to have him on our Business Solutions team. Cheers, Ryan!

We are hiring! Administrative Assistant The Administrative Assistant proactively supports senior level leaders and staff on various administrative tasks such as calendar scheduling and meeting organization. This role is responsible for Board of Directors and external committee communication, meeting preparation and other needed support functions. This role is integral to ensuring the smooth operation of our office. We have a beautiful new space, great benefits, and a dedicated, dynamic team. Join us! https://zurl.co/TOzBk

Happy Anniversary to the dynamic, amazing Amanda Chocko, our Director of Entrepreneurship! Her ability to focus in on a start-ups "big scheme" and help break those pieces down into something actually achievable, is truly amazing. She is full of resources, ideas, mentorship, and is consistently evolving to keep any new plan of action up to date and ready for launch. Cheers, Amanda.

Thank you to the 170 families, employers, and child care providers in Ottawa and Allegan counties who generously participated in the Regional Child Care survey. The results were leveraged to help find opportunities for the next steps in ensuring a stable housing market for a growing economic region. This study was made possible through the Regional Child Care Planning Coalition including Lakeshore Advantage, @Ottawa Area ISD, and @Allegan Area ESA. Cheers to the many partnerships throughout West Michigan that serve as visionaries to the opportunities ahead. Read the report here: https://zurl.co/0FA0o

Commonly Heard by Economic Developers: ‘You Know What We Need…’ Here’s How We Get There: Jennifer Owens – December 2024  "Our team’s number one goal is to make sure the 600 primary employers in Allegan and Ottawa Counties thrive. This means providing them with the resources they need to succeed. --- When our primary employment base thrives, it creates a ripple effect throughout the community." Read more here: https://zurl.co/YEkoV

We are pleased to announce that tickets to the Lakeshore Advantage Annual Meeting 2025 are now on sale! Your continued investment in this region is instrumental in driving our shared success. We are excited to reflect on 2024 strides forward, from our thriving business base to the nurturing of promising startups through the SURGE program. We hope you'll join us for this important event as we celebrate our collective progress and look forward to an even brighter future. Annual Meeting Thursday, February 20, 2025 3:00 - 5:00pm The Pinnacle Center - Hudsonville This event is proudly sponsored by Pioneer Construction. Register here: https://zurl.co/XfcaY

Happy TWO Year Anniversary, Grace Maiullo! CEO of her responsibilities -- Whether representing our team on the Ottawa County Parks Board, engaging with Lakeshore Advantage stakeholders, or diving into research, Grace exudes a unique blend of intellect and analytical rigor. Her work consistently demonstrates a commitment to excellence, owning the outcome every time.  She is an invaluable asset to our team and we're so thankful for her talents.