What makes a community? Undoubtedly, the magic comes from its people. Our lives wouldn't be what they are without the stellar local establishments found around every corner of West Michigan, from the newly-founded to the well-established and everything in between.
That's why we created the West Michigan Woman Readers' Choice Awards. With categories reflective of each section of the magazine, the awards seek to highlight YOUR favorite local businesses and people who deserve to be recognized for the services and specialties they provide.
Earlier this fall, West Michigan Woman readers voted and rallied to have their voices heard—and the results are in. Keep reading to see our finalists and winners for our first annual Readers' Choice Awards.
BEAUTY
Options for beauty services in West Michigan abound! We know from personal experience: Once you find your go-to professional who just "gets it," you'll be fiercely loyal. With beauty and aesthetic services being sources of self-care for many, it was necessary to recognize those establishments which make us feel like our best selves—from a haircut and a facial to that cosmetic procedure you've always wanted.
PLASTIC SURGERY
Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery | bengtsoncenter.com
Elite Plastic Surgery | eliteplasticsurgerygr.com
Plastic Surgery Associates | psa-gr.com
MEDICAL SPA
Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery | bengtsoncenter.com
Grand Pearl Spa | grandpearlspa.com
Urban You | theurbanyou.com
DAY SPA
Woodhouse Day Spa | facebook.com/WoodhouseGrandRapids
Design 1 Salon Spa | design1.com
Salus Wellness Spa | salusmt.com
HAIR SALON
Design 1 Salon Spa | design1.com
The James Salon & Spa | thejamessalon.com
Meraki Salon | meraki-salon.com
NAIL SALON
POSH Nails & Spa | poshnails.net
Sara's Nails | sarasnailsgr.com
V & L Nail Spa | 616.977.3666
WELLNESS
Prioritizing overall well-being through each of life's seasons is something West Michigan Woman has always taken seriously. Though wellness services come in a variety of forms and range across a plethora of providers, they all have one thing in common: Each helps women throughout the West Michigan community live their healthiest and happiest lives—whatever that looks like for them.
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services | pinerest.org
Grand Rapids Specialty Therapy | grspecialtytherapy.com
Wedgwood Christian Services | wedgwood.org
PHYSICAL GYM
MVP Athletic Clubs | mvpsportsclubs.com
CKO Kickboxing | ckokickboxing.com
Valeo / Training | valeotraining.com
BOUTIQUE FITNESS STUDIO
Club Pilates | clubpilates.com
Flirt Fitness | flirtfitnessgr.com
Zeal Aerial Fitness | zealaerialfitness.com
NUTRITIONAL SERVICES
Root Farmacy | rootfunctionalmedicine.com/rootfarmacy
Age Management West Michigan | agemanagementmi.com
Grand Health Partners | grandhealthpartners.com
CANNABIS & CBD PROVISIONARY
Lume Cannabis Co. | lume.com
Fluresh | fluresh.com
Meds Cafe | medscafe.com
WOMEN'S HEALTH CLINICS & SERVICES
Grand Rapids Women's Health | grandrapidswomenshealth.com
Doula Rebekah & Believe in Birth Services | facebook.com/DoulaRebekahGR/
Women's Health Collective | whcollective.com
HOSPITAL
Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital | spectrumhealth.org
Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital | spectrumhealth.org
Mercy Health Saint Mary's | mercyhealth.com
HOLISTIC CARE CENTERS
Born Clinic | bornclinic.com
Beaubien Holistic Care | vagaro.com/beaubienholisticcare
Harmonic Wellness Centre | harmonicwellnesscentre.com
DERMATOLOGY
Dermatology Associates of West Michigan | myskindoctors.com
Lakeshore Dermatology | lsderm.com
West Michigan Dermatology | westmichiganderm.com
Wolverine Dermatology | wolverinedermatology.com
CHIROPRACTIC
Kooistra Chiropractic Clinic | kooistrachiropractic.com
Chiropractic Unlimited | chirounlimited.com
Sheeran Chiropractic | grandvillechiropractor.com
DENTISTRY
Lake Michigan Dental | lakemichigandental.com
Breton Gardens Family Dentistry | bretongardensfamilydentistry.com
Norman Family Dentistry | nfdentistry.com
OPTOMETRY
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology | seeitclear.com
Cascade Ophthalmology, P.C. | cascadeeyes.com
Cutlerville Eyecare, P.C. | cutlervilleeyecare.com
COUNSELING
Wedgwood Christian Services | wedgwood.org
Alliance Counseling Group | alliancecounselinggroup.com
Grand Rapids Specialty Therapy | grspecialtytherapy.com
BUSINESS AND CAREER
West Michigan Woman is passionate about empowering women to be firm in their determination to break the mold and succeed in business. Whether it's returning to the professional workforce after years away, breaking into a traditionally male-dominated industry, fostering mentor/mentee relationships or finding the right developer for your ecommerce website, these businesses, institutions and associations help make "dream careers" our everyday realities.
RECRUITING SERVICES
Hello West Michigan | hellowestmichigan.com
Hire For Hope | hireforhope.com
Mixed Staffing and Recruiting | mixedmi.com
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Grand Rapids Young Professionals | gryp.org
Home Builders Association of Greater Grand Rapids | mygrhome.com
Inforum | inforummichigan.org
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Grand Valley State University | gvsu.edu
Cornerstone University| cornerstone.edu
Davenport University | davenport.edu
SKILLED TRADE EDUCATION
Grand Rapids Community College | grcc.edu
Ferris State University | ferris.edu
Kent Career Tech Center | thetechcenter.org
West Michigan Works! | westmiworks.org
CONSULTING SERVICES
Brigham Consulting LLC | brighamconsulting.com
Kennari Consulting | kennariconsulting.com
Sabo PR | sabo-pr.com
LEGAL
Warner Norcross + Judd LLP | wnj.com
Fox Law | foxlawplc.com
Rhoades McKee PC | rhoadesmckee.com
INSURANCE
BHS Insurance | bhsins.com
Blackwell Insurance Services | blackwellinsurance.com
The Landis Agency Farm Bureau Insurance | facebook.com/TheLandisAgency
ACCOUNTING
Hungerford Nichols CPAs + Advisors| hungerfordnichols.com
DeBoer, Goodyke, Kahler & Tuttle P.C. | dgkcpa.com
Rivertown Finance | rivertownfinance.com
IT SERVICES
Kinetix | kinetix.com
Element Four Technology Services | element-4.com
Mnemonix Technology Consulting | mnemonix.com
PERSONAL FINANCE
It can be overwhelming to know what choices to make in relation to our personal finances, especially when taking on endeavors for the first time like buying a home, transitioning a loved one into a retirement community, ensuring your estate is in order and more. That's where these professionals come in! No matter the occasion or situation, knowing who you can trust with your finances is paramount.
FINANCIAL ADVISOR
Sheri Postema, AAMS®, Edward Jones | 616.878.3755
Chad E Zagel, CFP®, AAMS®, Edward Jones | 616.233.9472
Ted Simpkins, AAMS®, Edward Jones | 616.396.1211
RETIREMENT SERVICES
Five Lakes Wealth Management | fivelakeswealth.com
The Oldenburg Company, Inc. | 616.365.9100
Wealthcare Capital Management | scottdavisonwealthcare.com
BANK
Lake Michigan Credit Union | lmcu.org
Fifth Third Bank | 53.com
Macatawa Bank | macatawabank.com
MORTGAGE LENDING
Lake Michigan Credit Union | lmcu.org
Treadstone | treadstonemortgage.com
VanDyk Mortgage | vandykmortgage.com
CREDIT UNION
Lake Michigan Credit Union | lmcu.org
Meijer Credit Union | meijercreditunion.com
MSU Federal Credit Union | msufcu.org
ESTATE PLANNING
Coonen Law, PLLC | coonen-law.com
CBH Attorneys & Counselors, PLLC | cbhattorneys.com
Fox Law | foxlawplc.com
STYLE
Whether it's your favorite sweater, those handmade earrings you pull out for special occasions or that perfect gift for someone special, West Michigan's boutiques and talented artisans create and offer unique goods that match our vibes to a T. Because we know self-expression so often shines through one's personal style, we encourage you to make bold choices in the name of honoring your true self.
WOMEN'S CLOTHING BOUTIQUE
Naughtie Bettie | naughtybettie.com
Gina's Boutique | ginasgr.com
Leigh's | leighsfashions.com
CHILDREN'S BOUTIQUE
Pink Lemonade | pinklemonademi.com
Hopscotch Children's Store | hopscotchstore.com
Tip Toes | shoptiptoes.com
MEN'S BOUTIQUE
Fitzgerald's Men's Store | fitzs.com
Glad Rags | gladragsholland.com
The Waiting Room | twrnow.com
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE
Renee Austin Wedding | reneeaustinwedding.com
Bridal Elegance | bridalelegancegr.com
Connie's Bridal Boutique | facebook.com/conniesbridalboutique
SHOE STORE
Mieras Family Shoes | mierasfamilyshoes.com
Borr's Shoes and Accessories | borrs.com
For the Love of Shoes | fortheloveofshoesllc.com
JEWELER
DeVries Jewelers | devriesjewelers.com
Jensen Jewelers | jensenjewelers.com
Siegel Jewelers | siegeljewelers.com
CONSIGNMENT OR SUSTAINABLE BOUTIQUE
Rock Paper Scissors Consignment Boutique | rpsconsign.com
Georgie's Consignment Clothing | georgiesconsignment.com
WearForward Consignment | wear-forward.com
SHOPPING DISTRICT
Eastown | eastowngr.com
Breton Village | 616.949.4141
Downtown Holland | downtownholland.com
LOCAL ETSY DISTRIBUTOR
MichiganMadeMandy | etsy.com/shop/MichiganMadeMandy
InBooze | etsy.com/shop/InBooze
Third and Co. Studio | thirdandcostudio.com
TRAVEL
What's better than a good getaway? Most would argue: not much! Like you, the West Michigan Woman team are fans of the many exhilarating and rejuvenating experiences found all throughout West Michigan and beyond. From weekends spent enjoying art-centric events to soaking up the simplicity and stillness of a quaint waterfront destination, our state and region offer an abundance of opportunities for exploration.
RESORTS & SPAS
JW Marriott Grand Rapids | marriott.com
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa | grandtraverseresort.com
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids / Downtown | hyatt.com
GOLF COURSES
Egypt Valley Country Club | egyptvalley.com
The Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe | thornapplepointe.com
Saskatoon Golf Club | saskatoongolf.com
WEEKEND GETAWAYS
Traverse City | traversecity.com
Ludington | visitludington.com
Mackinac Island | mackinacisland.org
TRAVEL AGENCY
Breton Travel | bretontravel.com
Horizon Cruise Planners | horizoncruiseplanners.com
Pathfinders Travel, Inc. | pathfinderstravel.net
HOTEL ATTRACTIONS
Amway Grand Plaza | amwaygrand.com
CityFlatsHotel | cityflatshotel.com
Great Wolf Lodge | greatwolf.com
ARTS EXPERIENCE
ArtPrize | artprize.org
Grand Rapids Art Museum | artmuseumgr.org
Grand Rapids Ballet | grballet.com
HOME
The old saying "home is where the heart is" rings true for a reason. Your abode is your own personal shelter from the storm, where milestones happen and where memories are always being made. Thankfully, whether you're planting spring flowers for the garden, are on the hunt for the perfect accent chair, or are seeking a designer to create your dream dwelling, these West Michigan establishments have you covered.
HOME DECOR & FURNISHING BOUTIQUE
Canterbury Cottage Interiors | canterburycottage.net
Ada + East | adaandeast.com
Delight In Designs| delightindesigns.com
Stoffer Home | stofferhome.com
GREENHOUSE
Romence Gardens & Greenhouses | romencegardens.com
Koetsier's Greenhouse | koetsiers.com
Ludemas Floral & Garden | ludemas.com
FURNITURE
Talsma Furniture | talsmafurniture.com
Northwestern Home Furnishings | nwhomefurnishings.com
Stonesthrow | stonesthrowliving.com
INTERIOR DESIGN
Stonesthrow | stonesthrowliving.com
Delight In Designs| delightindesigns.com
Dwellings | dwellingsinc.net
FLOORING
DeGraaf Interiors | degraafinteriors.com
Absolute Floor Covering, Inc. | absolutefloorcovering.com
Complete Flooring & Interiors | completeflooringinteriors.com
RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTORS/HOME BUILDERS
Nugent Builders, Inc. | nugentbuilder.com
Scholma Construction | scholmaconstruction.blogspot.com
Snowden Builders LLC | snowdenbuilders.com
LANDSCAPE & OUTDOOR DESIGN
Everett's Landscape Management, Inc. | everettslandscape.com
Beaver Creek Landscaping | 616.875.2116
Tazzia Lawn Care | tazzialawncare.com
REALTOR
Kristin Carlson | kristinlivingstoncarlson.com
Jacob Heglund Realty | wearejhr.com
Mark Brace | markbrace.com
CLEANING SERVICES
Sparkle & Shine Cleaning Services of West Michigan | sparkleandshinecleaningservices.net
Less Mess With Jess Cleaning Services | lessmesswithjess.com
Oh So Clean | ohsocleanegr.com
HOME SERVICES
Daybreak Laundry & Cleaners | daybreaklaundry.com
Baumann & DeGroot Heating & Cooling | baumannanddegroot.com
ORG West Michigan | orgwestmi.com
FOOD AND DRINK
You could throw a dart at a map of West Michigan and chances are it's going to land on one of the many (beyond) delicious bars, restaurants, coffee shops and more found throughout the region. It's true: There's always something new to try—from brews, brunch food and Bordeaux blends to the farm fresh and fancy. We'll raise a glass to that!
FARMERS MARKET
Fulton Street Farmers Market | fultonstreetmarket.org
Ada Farmers Market | adafarmersmarket.com
Holland Farmers Market | hollandfarmersmarket.com
WINERY
Hudsonville Winery | hudsonvillewinery.com
Fenn Valley Vineyards | fennvalley.com
St. Julian Winery | stjulian.com
BREWERY
New Holland Brewing | newhollandbrew.com
Brewery Vivant | breweryvivant.com
Founders Brewing Co. | foundersbrewing.com
BRUNCH
Anna's House | annashouseus.com
Lucy's Creston Kitchen | lucyscafegr.com
Morning Belle | morningbellebrunch.com
FINE DINING
The Chop House | thechophouserestaurant.com
Leo's Seafood Restaurant and Bar | leosrestaurant.com
MDRD | amwaygrand.com/dining/mdrd
FARM-TO-TABLE
The Green Well | thegreenwell.com
Salt of the Earth | saltoftheearthfennville.com
Terra | terragr.com
VEGAN/VEGETARIAN
Brick Road Pizza Co. | brickroadpizza.com
Gaia House Cafe | gaiahousecafe.com
Rise Authentic Baking Co. | riseauthenticbaking.com
CASUAL DINING
Butcher's Union | butchersuniongr.com
The Green Well | thegreenwell.com
Westside Social | westside.social
COFFEE SHOP
Outside Coffee Co. | outsidecoffeeco.com
MudPenny | mudpenny.com
Roots Brew Shop | rootsbrewshop.com
JUICE & SMOOTHIE BAR
Malamiah Juice Bar | malamiahjuicebar.com
Fruition Acai & Juice Bar | thefruitionlife.com
Sip Organic Juice Bar | siporganicjuicebar.com
COCKTAIL BAR
Long Road Distillers | longroaddistillers.com
Buffalo Traders Lounge | buffalotraderslounge.com
Obstacle No. 1 | obstacleholland.com
SPECIAL EVENTS
We know firsthand how much goes into planning a special event and how every detail eventually comes together. No matter if you're planning a company retreat, baby shower, wedding, retirement celebration or otherwise, the special event experts in West Michigan are always willing to put their best foot forward to ensure the vision for your occasion comes to life.
EVENT PLANNER
All Buttoned Up Events | allbuttonedupevents.com
Affinity Weddings and Events | affinityeventsgr.com
Paper Hat Weddings | paperhatweddings.com
INTIMATE EVENT SPACE (CAPACITY UNDER 50)
Lions and Rabbits Center for the Arts | lionsandrabbits.com
Clearwater Place Event Venue | clearwaterplaceevents.com
English Hills Country Club | englishhills.net
SPECIAL EVENT OR WEDDING VENUE (CAPACITY 50 AND UP)
The Bissell Tree House at John Ball Zoo | jbzoo.org/rentals
English Hills Country Club | englishhills.net
The Goei Center | thegoeicenter.com
CATERER/SERVING SERVICE
Gilmore Catering | gilmore-catering.com
Here.To.Serve Hospitality | heretoserve.help
Kangaroo Kitchen and Catering | kangarookitchengr.com
FLORIST
Eastern Floral | easternfloral.com
Kennedy's Flowers & Gifts | kennedyfloral.com
Stems Market | stemsmarket.com
RENTAL SERVICES
Cascade Rental Center | cascaderental.com
Alpine Events | alpineevents.com
Kentwood Rental Inc. | kentwoodrentalinc.com
EVENT ENTERTAINMENT
DJ AB | everythingab.com
PJ DA DJ Sound & Entertainment | pjdadj.com
QC Event Sound | instagram.com/qceventsound
Courtesy of West Michigan Woman.
This article originally appeared in the Dec/Jan '21-'22 issue of West Michigan Woman.