2016 Board of Directors Announced
Announcing our 2016 Board of Directors Newly elected GROW Board of Members add focus of diversity and inclusion to our programs and communications efforts. Grand Rapids, Michigan — Local non-profit organization…
Start Smart in 2016
Start Smart in 2016 GROW's classes, programs and workshops are a resource for entrepreneurs in West Michigan. We’re a few weeks into the New Year and at Grand Rapids Opportunities…
5 Ways Small Businesses Can Give Back to the Community
Five Ways Small Businesses Can Give Back to the Community The holiday season is in full swing, and all around the world people are thinking of ways to show people…
InnovateHer Competition – Local Pitch Winner Selected
InnovateHer Competition - Local Pitch Winner Selected On November 30, 2015, Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW) worked with the Small Business Association (SBA) Office of Women’s Business Ownership and…
BNI Scholarship Opportunity
BNI Scholarship Contest A $400 Value to Increase Your Network & Referrals. The BNI (Business Network International) Pinnacle Chapter is looking to expand. And they’ve turned to GROW to offer a scholarship…
Social Media for Small Business, Part 2
Social Media for Small Business, Part 2 In our last blog we discussed how to get started on utilizing social media for your small business or startup, from having your…
Getting Started in Social Media, Part 1
Social Media for Small Business, Part 1 Social media: it’s not if you’ll use it, but rather when you’ll use it. Social media is a valuable tool for many organizations.…
2015 Seeds of GROWth Award Winners Announced
2015 Seeds of GROWth Award Winners Announced Our 26th Annual Awards Celebrates Michigan women business leaders who generate economic opportunities for Grand Rapids community On October 13, GROW Grand Rapids…
EMV, Smart Chips and Credit Card Security Changes for Small Businesses
EMV, Smart Chips and Credit Card Security Changes. Credit cards: as businesses owners, especially retailers, we all take them and need to ensure security for our customers. Credit card…
SBA: New Authority Will Bolster Women-Owned Small Businesses
SBA: New Authority Will Bolster Women-Owned Small Businesses The SBA, US Small Business Administration recently posted a press release about a new program. This program directly impacts opportunities for women-owned…