Paul R. Kopenkoskey

The many reasons for the quality of life that Grand Rapids’ residents enjoy can be attributed, in part, to Diana Sieger and the Grand Rapids Community Foundation. Read More

Troy Thrash has gazed at the universe’s galaxies, and has unexpectedly plunged into an icy-cold fissure in Alaska. Read More

Denise Kolesar keeps two words close at hand: professional excellence. Read More

It’s clear Cynthia Kay champions a multiplicity of clients. Read More

While other little girls were playing with Barbie dolls, Gayle DeBruyn was in her backyard building forts. Read More

Chris Willis, CEO of Media 1, knows full well a sputtering economy doesn’t entitle senior managers to rest on their laurels. Read More

Carroll Velie is a seasoned human resources professional with a generalist background encompassing employee relations, benefits, compensation and training. She has worked for the law firm Varnum the last 24 years, which has enabled her to make an important imprint on its corporate culture. Read More

Bridget Clark Whitney feeds her soul by making it possible for hungry children to eat. Read More

Bonnie Nawara demonstrates unflinching determination to make certain that GROW grows. As CEO of Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women, Nawara has identified key components that will move it forward in serving women entrepreneurs. Read More

Family-owned businesses can avert legal headaches and emotional anguish by having a succession plan set in place before it’s needed. Read More