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Everything you need to launch and grow your business in West Michigan

PLEASE NOTE: The GROW offices have re-opened in a hybrid model. To ensure the safety of clients and staff, clients may be allowed in the offices in particular instances. Please consult with GROW staff about this prior to arrival.

We will continuously update these pages with the latest information and resources as they become available.

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Get Funded

Our business development officers walk alongside you as you prepare to take on a loan to start or grow your business. Our loans are designed to meet your unique circumstances and get your business on the road to success.

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Gain Skills

Our business training combines the latest in technical assistance programming with timely webinars to help you build a strong foundation of business basics while equipping you to meet challenges as they come.

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Grow Your Business

GROW offers opportunities for established business owners to share expertise with one another. We also offer unique peer-to-peer networking opportunities.

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From Our Clients

CMS Consulting, Consuelo Maxim-Sparrow

Consuelo Maxim-Sparrow, owner of CMS Consulting

"I thought my business was done. It was so nice to talk to an actual human that cared. They were friendly, helpful and quick when I needed it. Without GROW, I wouldn't have survived."

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Robert Gillum, owner of Bobby's Fusion Grill

"GROW offered my help every step of the way. It's such a great place to learn. I committed, I didn't quit and I did what they told me. I opened two businesses in about a year."

Pampered Auto, Web

Vanessa Davis, co-owner of Pampered Auto

"We are so grateful to GROW for the funding and support. They helped us to pivot and think outside of the box. GROW gave me hope."

OUR MISSION

To create a more empowered and equitable West Michigan through opportunities for small business ownership.

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Register For Our Upcoming Trainings

Lending 101 with Dondrea Brown

Are you an entrepreneur who has considered getting a loan to elevate your business? Are you unsure where to start? Join us for a conversation with financial expert Dondrea Brown. During this session, Dondrea will provide practical knowledge about different loan options, help you determine what type of capital might be right for you, cover…

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CENTRO Business Plan Workshop Part 2

Join the Grow team and other entrepreneurs for a CENTRO Business Plan workshop and walk away with your business plan in-hand. To register, please see Part 1 of this series on the Events Calendar. Please note: This is an in person event. However, a link to download the CENTRO Business Planning App will be sent…

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CENTRO Business Plan Workshop Part 1

Join the Grow team and other entrepreneurs for a CENTRO Business Plan workshop and walk away with your business plan in-hand. Please note: This is an in person event. However, a link to download the CENTRO Business Planning App will be sent via text/SMS to the phone number you provide during registration. MAKE YOUR BUSINESS…

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Q&A: Attorney Brent Greers on Legal Rules Every New Business Needs to Understand

Q&A: Attorney Brent Greers on Legal Rules Every New Business Needs to Understand What steps can someone take to determine what kind…

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