Bonnie Nawara: On GROW and Empowering Women.

Bonnie Nawara: On GROW and Empowering Women.

Bonnie Nawara, an entrepreneur herself, came on board Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women as CEO nine years ago. Nawara reflects on GROW’s impact in West Michigan as it celebrates 30 years. What does GROW’s 30th anniversary mean to Grand Rapids?This...
A Survival Guide for Entrepreneurs

A Survival Guide for Entrepreneurs

How to cope with the emotional highs and lows of the early days. You’ve got an idea. A great idea. Maybe it could even make some real money. As you’re starting out, buckle up: it’s likely to be a bumpy ride of emotions and challenges you may have...
Breaking Barriers—On and Off the Field

Breaking Barriers—On and Off the Field

Sarah Thomas looks the unattainable in the face and smiles, knowing she can’t be stopped. Thomas, who made history as the first woman to officiate a college football bowl game, will share her story at Inforum West Michigan’s Capstone dinner on Tuesday,...
To Tip or Not to Tip?

To Tip or Not to Tip?

I am a self-professed over-tipper. I tip everyone. Once, I even tipped the cable guy; my husband loved that. Given my predilection toward spreading the monetary love, why do iPad tip requests at counter service restaurants give me such pause? You know what I’m...
Wellness Chat with Dr. Jeanne Eyde: Plastic Surgery

Wellness Chat with Dr. Jeanne Eyde: Plastic Surgery

West Michigan Woman teamed up with Dr. Jeanne Eyde, D.O., board-certified ENT, Facial Plastic Surgeon practicing Aesthetic Medicine at Grand Pearl Spa, a division of Plastic Surgery Associates, and Medical & Wellness Director at Urban You – Beauty Bar, to bring...