ABOUT THE RIGHT PLACE The Right Place, Inc. (RPI) is the leading economic development organization for the Greater Grand Rapids region. RPI exists to catalyze economic growth by focusing on three strategic pillars: PEOPLE We aspire to be a region where everyone can achieve their highest potential. We work toward this aspiration by strategizing with regional talent partners, leveraging our business network to amplify best practices, and benchmark area talent development, retention, and attraction efforts. PLACE We aspire to be a region of choice, where people choose to visit, locate, & stay. We work toward this aspiration by focusing on strategies related to placemaking, infrastructure enhancements, site development and transformational projects. PROSPERITY We aspire to be a vibrant economy that provides good career opportunities for all. We work toward this aspiration through strategies focused on business retention,
OUR VISION
OUR MISSION To drive sustainable economic growth and shared prosperity for all in the Greater Grand Rapids Region. That the Greater Grand Rapids Region will be the most resilient, productive, and equitable regional economy in the nation.
The Right Place Partner Counties
expansion, and attraction, economic inclusion, and business intelligence.
Memorandum of Understanding with The Right Place
About the Region As defined by the State of Michigan, the Greater Grand Rapids region is
comprised of thirteen counties in western Michigan, seven of which RPI has formal partnership agreements with, in addition to our work in Kent County. The Economic Development Directors of the seven partner counties are team members of RPI, leading to a cohesive and comprehensive regional effort. In addition, a Memorandum of Understanding guides the collaborative partnership with neighboring organizations: Lakeshore Advantage and Greater Muskegon County Economic Development .
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