Living and Working in West Michigan

- 5:07

with Cindy Brown of Hello West Michigan

Posted

Sep 27, 2017

They promote West Michigan as a place where business thrives and people want to live and work. Hello West Michigan seeks to increase the rate of success member companies have in their efforts to recruit top talent. Through their members and collaborations with other regional organizations, they help new residents find their fit in West Michigan. Cindy Brown of Hello West Michigan joins Laurel Hess for a discussion about why West Michigan is such a great place to live and work. Interview recorded September 21st, 2017.

Hosted by: Laurel Hess Produced by: Heartland Newsmakers Team

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