Over the past two years, our marketing staff has used MiBiz as one of the key business informaion resources to track the economic development and health related news in the communities that serve in West Michigan. Our customers are regular advertisers and contributors to the publication, so it has also given us an opportunity to stay connected to the issues that they are pursuing. It's not unusual to find a number of MiBiz articles circulating around our office. What a great way to keep ourselves connected to our customers!

Dean Ferris, CEO,
Grotenhuis, Grand Rapids

Grotenhuis
660 Cascade West Parkway
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546
Phone: (800) 748-0368 or (616) 949-7950
Fax: (616) 949-2502 or (877) 329-2844
info@grotenhuis.com
www.grotenhuisguide.com

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• Battle Creek Downtown Partnership
• Chicago Title
• Choice Business Services
• City of Grand Rapids
• CTS Telecom Inc.
• Falcon Diversified Mfg
• Gerald R. Ford International Airport
• Goodwill Industries of West Michigan, Inc.
• Grand Rapids Export Assistance Center
• Intrepid Plastics MFG.
• Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport
• Kerkstra Precast
• Kreis, Enderle, Callander & Hudgins P.C.
• Mercy General Health Partners
• Mika Meyers Beckett & Jones, PLC
• MI-SBTDC
• Miller Canfield
• Nederveld
• Prudential CRES
• Summit Training Source, Inc
• Taylor Office Furniture, LLC
• Tulip City Air
• Van's Delivery Service Inc.
• West Michigan Science & Technology Initiative at GVSU
• West Michigan Uniform
• Wolverine Building
• Wolverine Building Group
  

Testimonials by Name

• Alicia Cook
• Kathleen Eriksen
• Edward & Debra Bates
• Kim Bode
• Richard J. Carlson
• Ron Davis
• Scott Dwyer
• Marty Feilen
• Mayor George Heartwell
• Bob Hendrick
• Jan Hendrick
• Stephen Hessen
• Ron Holcomb
• Terry Hulce
• Sonja Johnson
• Mike Kelly
• Greg Kerkstra
• Bonnie Knopf
• Carol Lopucki
• Linda Ludema
• Thomas Maguire
• John Nieuwenhuis
• Patty Horvath
• Greg Raad
• Bruce Schedlbauer
• Roger Spoelman
• Mark Taylor
• Richard VanderZyden
• Ron VanZytveld
• Jennifer Van Horn
• Sara Wesche
• Karen Wolff

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• December 10, 2007
• November 26, 2007
• November 12, 2007
• October 29, 2007
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• May 29, 2007
• May 14, 2007

Like many MiBiz readers, I am a time-constrained business professional with a significant need for information about west Michigan’s business community. Timely knowledge is vital for the success of Right Management’s clients – and MiBiz goes above and beyond to provide the information I need to solve human capital challenges, in formats that are both efficient and effective. From a well-formatted print edition that withstands coffee mugs and scribbled notes while fitting easily into my briefcase, to an online edition with the best business archive I have ever experienced, MiBiz reduces the time I spend locating critical information that keeps me ahead of the competition. MiBiz headings are clear and consistent; stories are timely, relevant, and factual; community input is sought and shared; and best of all, MiBiz adheres strictly to the highest professional standards in business journalism. I am proud to be a MiBiz reader!

Roxanne Buhl Vice President, Client Services Counsultant
Right Management, Grand Rapids

Right Management
2851 Charlevoix Drive SE
Suite 310
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546-7092
Phone: 616-956-5557
Fax: 616-956-9538
right.grandrapids@right.com
www.right.com

"MiBiz targets the decision makers in the most important vertical markets in West Michigan with relevant news and industry insider information. Advertising in MiBiz puts Summit Training Source in front of the West Michigan business community and is a critical component of Summit's local marketing plan."

Sara Wesche, Marketing Director
Summit Training Source, Inc. , Grand Rapids

Summit Training Source, Inc.
4170 Embassy Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone 616-949-6560
Info@safetyontheweb.com
www.safetyontheweb.com

"MiBiz has been an instrumental resource since I began my Engineering career. The content diversity has not only helped me gain knowledge about my industry, but also those industries that are an integral part of my growth. Great job MiBiz Staff!"

Bonni Knopf, President
Intrepid Plastics MFG., Comstock Park

Contact Info
Intrepid Plastics Mfg.
5349 Rusche Drive
Comstock Park, MI
49321
Phone: 616-785-7325
Fax: 616-785-7365
info@intrepidplastics.com
www.intrepidplastics.com

"My colleagues and I have been reading MiBiz for several years. The reporting is skillful, to-the-point, balanced, and comprehensive. With relevant news and editorial content, tasteful advertising, and, of course, Bill Lowry's "Parting Shots," MiBiz has a winning formula. I look forward to each edition landing on my desk."

Bruce Schedlbauer , APR Marketing and Communications Manager Kent County Department of Aeronautics
Gerald R. Ford International Airport, Grand Rapids

Contact Info
Department of Aeronautics
5500 44th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI
49512-4055
Phone: 616-233-6000
www.grr.org

"At Chicago Title it's important for us to stay current on what's happening in our marketplace and MiBiz does just that. It's the only publication dedicated to our market area and Chicago Title's sales team relies on MiBiz for not only the great articles, commentary and event listings but it also helps generate quality leads for our business. That's exactly what we need to stay competitive in the industry. We consider MiBiz a great partner of ours."

Patty Horvath, Director of Marketing & Alicia Cook, State Sales Manager(front)
Chicago Title, Grand Rapids

Contact Info
2251 East Paris SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone: 877.284.7356
Fax: 866.779.8121
Relocation-REO@ctt.com
www.chicagotitlemi.com

"The Battle Creek Downtown Partnership relies on MiBiz for consistent, in-depth coverage. We view MiBiz as a partner communicating our progress and goals as we establish a vibrant, livable urban center."

Kathleen Eriksen , Director (front)
Battle Creek Downtown Partnership

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Contact Info
Battle Creek Unlimited
77 East Michigan Avenue, Suite 160
Battle Creek, MI 49017
Phone: (269) 968-1515 Fax: (269) 968-4623
www.bcunlimited.org

"It takes a good team to make a great company. MiBiz is always a part of our team. We make sure MiBiz is brought to all our staff update meetings to read, discuss, and use its information in our strategic planning....because we know that a great team, and MiBiz, get great results."

Edward & Debra Bates, Owners (front)
Choice Business Services, Inc., Grand Rapids

Contact Info
2525 East Paris SE, Suite 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Tel: (616) 975-0100
Fax: (616) 957-3124
info@choicebiz.com
www.choicebiz.com

"Throughout the Southwest Michigan Region, MiBiz is vital to keep Kreis, Enderle, Callander & Hudgins, P.C. up-to-date with business and community developments, which makes us better able to assist our clients. MiBiz's outstanding business coverage has made them a superior information source that our company has come to depend on."

Stephen Hessen, Managing Director
Kreis, Enderle, Callander & Hudgins P.C., Kalamazoo

Contact Info
One Moorsbridge
Kalamazoo, MI 49003
Phone: 269-324-3000
Fax: 269-324-3010
Toll Free: 1-800-535-4939
www.kech.com

"MiBiz has been quick to adapt to the burgeoning life science industry by being the first pulication to launch a life science supplement. MiBiz's creative, editorial and sales departments work hand-in-hand and the staff is friendly, approachable and always open to new ideas. I view our relationship as a partnership and I look forward to continuing it for many years to come."

Kim Bode, Marketing Director
West Michigan Science & Technology Initiative at GVSU, Grand Rapids

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Contact Info
West Michigan Science & Technology Initiative
301 Michigan Street NE
Suite 536
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
Phone: 616.331.5840
Fax: 616.331.5869
wmsti@gvsu.edu
www.wmsti.org

"We use MiBiz to stay informed on the latest business trends in West Michigan. The articles are relevant, well written and to the point. It's the only regional business publication we read cover to cover."

Greg Raad, CEO
Nederveld, Inc.
Grand Rapids, Holland, Hudsonville, Ann Arbor

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Contact Info
Nederveld, Inc.
4079 Park East Court SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Ph 616.575.5190
Fx 616.575.6644
www.nederveld.com

"MiBiz has been a great resource for the heartbeat of west Michigan's leaders, economic, and business pulse. MiBiz has shown its great enthusiasm in promotin gthe good news of West Michigan.
Ralph Waldo Emerson stated, 'Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.'
MiBiz, thanks for your enthusiasm...and for being great!"

Terry Hulce-COO
West Michigan Uniform
Holland
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"We use MiBiz to stay informed on the latest business trends in West Michigan. The articles are relevant, well written and to the point. It's the only regional business publication we read cover to cover."

Mark Taylor, President
Taylor Office Furniture, LLC
Fruitport

Contact Info
Taylor Office Furniture, LLC
6747 North Point Drive
Fruitport, MI 49415
Toll Free: 866-758-8631
Phone: 616-604-1665
Fax: 616-604-1708
www.taylorofficefurniture.com

"MiBiz has been a great tool for us. It keeps us current on the news in our area that affects us, as well as our customers. MiBiz also gives us new contacts for future clients. In addition, we also provide our customers with a copy of MiBiz for inflight reading while flying to their destination. We are grateful for the information found in MiBiz."

Linda Ludema
Vice President
Tulip City Air
Holland
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Contact Info
Tulip City Air
1581 S. Washington Ave.
Holland, MI 49423
Phone: 616-392-7831 or
1-800-748-0515
Fax: 616-392-1841
frontdesk@tulipcityair.com www.tulipcityair.com

"We rely heavily on MiBiz to get a pulse on new and expanding businesses throughout West Michigan. This enables us to identify companies who can utitilize our export market trade leads from our global network of 200 offices."

Thomas Maguire
Office Director/International Trade Specialist
Grand Rapids Export Assistance Center
U.S. Department of Commerce
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"MiBiz is the best source of credible business news about West Michigan. Quality coverage is what enables MiBiz to deliver the kind of audience that our company wants to reach. It is the publication that our clients and prospects turn to for regional business news. For our advertising dollar, MiBiz has been the number one choice for Prudential CRES Commercial Real Estate Lakeshore."

(L-R) Ron Davis, Janet and Bob Hendrick - Real Estate Brokers
Prudential CRES Commercial Real Estate Lakeshore
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"Launching Falcon Diversified was a breeze with an advertising partner like MiBiz. Since the beginning, our advertising campaign has paid for itself, generating new business opportunities on a daily basis. The old saying, 'You're judged by the company you keep' is true because MiBiz readers are leaders and decision makers and advertising in it says my company is solid, committed and here to stay."

Ron Holcomb
President
Falcon Diversified Mfg.
Battle Creek

"CTS uses MiBiz as our primary source to create customer awareness of the telecommunications services we provide in the business community."

Marty Feilen
VP Marketing & Sales
CTS Telecom Inc.
Climax, MI

"MiBiz had its thumb on the pulse of small business, effectively reporting on challenging issues while simultaneously championing the entrepreneurial spirit."

Carol Lopucki
State Director
MI-Small Business & Technology Development Statewide Network
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"The high quality editorial found in MiBiz coupled with its 'must read' reputation, makes Mibiz the publication the Kalamazoo / Battle Creek International Airport has come to rely on. MiBiz gives us the broadest market exposure possible, targeting the regional audience we are trying to reach. That's very important to us."

Karen Wolff
Marketing Coordinator
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport
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"I count on MiBiz to give me a regional perspective on business. Whether the news is good or bad MiBiz gives me a thorough, accurate and comprehensive report. Local government makes decisions everyday based on facts, trends and outlooks. I'm grateful for the source of reliable information and insightful opinion found on MiBiz."

George Heartwell
Mayor
City of Grand Rapids
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Contact Info
Grand Rapids City Hall
300 Monroe Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: 616-456-3168
gheartwe@grcity.us
www.ci.grand-rapids.mi.us

"Mika Meyers Beckett & Jones PLC has been advertising with MiBiz for two years. We find their sales staff and editorial departments to be very helpful and knowledgeable.

MiBiz provides us with opportunities to communicate with many segments of the business community. Also, the articles published in MiBiz provide us with information about current business trends and updates in West Michigan."

Scott Dwyer
Attorney
Mika Meyers Beckett & Jones PLC, Grand Rapids
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“MiBiz is the source I turn to for the latest business news in West Michigan.

The Design & Development section is a great resource for new projects going on in our area."

Richard VanderZyden
President
Wolverine Building Group
Grand Rapids
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"As a family law and business attorney, I rely on MiBiz to report on the latest
news surrounding our state’s industries
and business developments. MiBiz keeps me informed so I am able to provide my clients insight and sound business advice that says ‘ I know you and your business.’ "

Jennifer Van Horn
Senior Attorney
Miller Canfield, Grand Rapids
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"MiBiz keeps Goodwill in touch with our communities…and the lakeshore communities we serve. MiBiz presents an accurate and ever-changing snapshot of the growing and evolving business and economic environment in West Michigan. Goodwill’s thriving entrepreneurial activities serve as a sustainable vehicle for meeting the promise of our mission. MiBiz helps us do that."

Richard J. Carlson
President & CEO
Goodwill Industries of West
Michigan, Inc.
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Obviously a lot of people are not only reading your publication, but are also paying attention to your advertising.’’

Ron VanZytveld
President
John Nieuwenhuis
Chief Operating Officer
Van's Delivery Service Inc.

"Our advertising rep for MiBiz creatively suggested ways to help promote Kerkstra Precast. Her genuine interest in helping us build business by getting our message out truly worked! MiBiz represented us well. We look forward to utilizing MiBiz even more in the future."

Greg Kerkstra
President
Kerkstra Precast
Grandville and Jenison
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Roger Spoelman
CEO
Mercy General Health Partners
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"Van Andel Global Trade Center sees results using MiBiz to get our international message out to businesses and individuals in the Michigan Community."

Sonja Johnson
Interim Executive Director
Van Andel Global Trade Center
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"MiBiz is a great source for a pulse on what is happening in West Michigan. MiBiz articles are always current, informative and insightful- a must-read for all business owners."

Mike Kelly
President
Wolverine Building
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