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Muskegon, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED) has appointed Frank Peterson as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Kelsey Rhoda as Interim Chief Operating Officer (COO) in anticipation of the planned departure of current GMED President Marla Schneider in early January. Frank Peterson currently serves as the Vice President of Operations for the WheelFish Group and ...

Muskegon, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED) announced today that Marla Schneider is stepping down as President and CEO, embarking on a new chapter in her career as the President and CEO of Cornerstone Alliance, located in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Her last day at GMED will be January 3, 2025. Schneider, who has led the organization ...

Norton Shores, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED) is pleased to announce that Rollon Corporation, a subsidiary of The Timken Company, is constructing a 147,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Norton Shores. The new facility will produce linear motion systems for advanced robotics and automation applications across a range of industries, including industrial ...

Redevelopment of the Park Includes Installation of a Splash Pad and Public Restrooms Muskegon Heights, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED), in cooperation with the Community Foundation for Muskegon County (CFFMC), is thrilled to announce that the City of Muskegon Heights has received funding from a DNR SPARK grant to redevelop Rowan Park, an ...

New 95,000 sq. ft. Facility Connected to the Existing Production Center and Offices Montague, MI – MasterTag, a leading innovator in horticultural labeling and branding solutions, announced today its facility expansion project, solidifying a commitment to growth, innovation, and the community. The company is set to construct a cutting-edge facility that will serve as a ...

Muskegon Heights, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development announced today the completion of two industrial park master plans to foster economic growth in the Muskegon Heights community. This strategy was developed through a collaborative effort between the City of Muskegon Heights, Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED), CIB Planning, Metro Consulting Associates, and OHM Advisors. The ...

Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce president Cindy Larsen answers 5 questions about Muskegon from her 25+ year career promoting business in the community....

Environmentally Responsible Company Creating a More Sustainable, Green Future for West Michigan Muskegon, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED) announced today that Beacon Recycling is launching a transformative project to bolster its metal recycling capabilities and sustainability efforts in West Michigan. Commemorating its 25th year of recycling metals, paper, and plastic in the region, ...

Welcome to Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED), a private, non-profit economic development organization focused on leveraging public and private investment to accelerate business growth and the creation of high-quality employment opportunities in Muskegon County. Our funding comes from public and private contributions. There are many reasons why businesses of all sizes and industries are choosing ...

Muskegon, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development, in collaboration with local municipalities, hosted regional developers and construction companies for an insightful Developer Day tour of Muskegon County yesterday. The event, sponsored by Fishbeck, Wolverine Building Group, and Genesee & Wyoming Inc., attracted a diverse group of industry stakeholders, including financial institutions, commercial brokers, community leaders, ...