Michigan Business Owner Resources by City

Grand Rapids, Michigan Resources for Entrepreneurs

Our goal is to help as many Michigan entrepreneurs as possible. You can find a growing list of resources for Grand Rapids entrepreneurs right here.

Michigan Entrepreneurial Resources

This is Step One. If you haven't already done so, browse our list of Michigan entrepreneurial resources. These state-level resources can be very useful to Grand Rapids entrepreneurs . . . and any entrepreneurs in Michigan for that matter.

We've got information on venture capital groups in Michigan, Michigan angel investors, instructions on how to incorporate in Michigan and much more.

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Useful Information on Grand Rapids, Michigan

Did you know that approximately 197,000 people live in Grand Rapids? That's the count according to recent census data.

Grand Rapids, Michigan Newspaper Advertising

Want to advertise a Grand Rapids, MI business? If you are already doing business in Grand Rapids, it's important to get the word out and attract new customers. Newspaper advertising is a proven way to bring in new business.

Fortunately, we've made it easy to find out how much newspaper advertising costs in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Radio Advertising in Grand Rapids, Michigan

The power of radio advertising should never be underestimated. To make life a little easier for Grand Rapids business owners, we've assembled a list of radio advertising costs in your area.

Starting a Business in Grand Rapids, Michigan

If you are a first-time entrepreneur, just getting into business for the first time, we've written a guide for starting a business in Grand Rapids, MI.

Business Demographics for Grand Rapids, Michigan

Grand Rapids has more than 10,000 businesses operating within its borders. The most common types of business are shown in the table below:

Business Type
# of
Businesses
Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)
285
Religious Organizations
275
Full-Service Restaurants
252
Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
247
Limited-Service Restaurants
247
Offices of Lawyers
235
Offices of Dentists
204
Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers
121
Commercial Banking
118
Beauty Salons
117
Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers
99
Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices
97
Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
96
General Automotive Repair
95
Engineering Services
91
Janitorial Services
86
Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
86
Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores
83
Offices of Certified Public Accountants
80
Landscaping Services
79
Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores
78
Child Day Care Services
76
Professional Employer Organizations
75
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
73
Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages)
73

 

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