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Seidman College of Business

GVSU economist: Local economy remains soft

There are no signs of an impending recession, but the local economy will continue to slow in 2020, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

Dec 9, 2019


Business leaders share strategies for transforming the workplace

The unique challenges of keeping younger employees happy, productive and engaged was the focus of a panel discussion that included four area business leaders.

Nov 20, 2019


GVSU economist: Marginal growth continues

The West Michigan industrial economy continues to see marginal growth despite effects from the GM strike, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

Nov 7, 2019


VAGTC celebrates 20 years of supporting Michigan businesses

The Van Andel Global Trade Center, in the Seidman College of Business, is celebrating 20 years of helping Michigan businesses succeed in the global marketplace.

Oct 29, 2019


GVSU economist: Marginal growth continues

The growth rate of the West Michigan industrial economy improved again for September, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley's Seidman College of Business.

Oct 9, 2019


Two deans named to Crain's education list

Crain's Detroit Business named two Grand Valley deans to its list of "Notable Women in Education Leadership."

Sep 24, 2019


GVSU study: Kent Co. parks generate $33 million in economic activity

An economic impact study of the regional park system in Kent County, conducted by Grand Valley faculty members, shows about 1.4 million people visited one of the county's 42 parks, greenspaces or regional trails in 2018.

Sep 13, 2019


President Mantella says universities need to evolve to meet needs

During a presentation about the future of education, President Philomena V. Mantella said it is critical to create ways to offer education options that are accessible and support learning at all stages of life.  

Sep 12, 2019


GVSU economist: Marginal growth returns in West Michigan

After last month's dip, the pace of the West Michigan industrial economy returned to a very modest growth rate, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

Sep 6, 2019


GVSU economist: West Michigan growth rate softens

The pace of the West Michigan industrial economy turned negative for the first time in several months, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

Aug 7, 2019