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Post-Holiday Purge

Post-Holiday Purge

Another holiday season has come and gone, and it probably left your home with more clutter than before. "Excessive clutter leads to anxiety, while getting organized helps us feel more focused," said Deidre Remtema, Deidre Interiors. "Fuel your focus by purging!" The...

Put an Oar in the Water

Put an Oar in the Water

If someone had told Amna Seibold 30 years ago that she would be mayor of East Grand Rapids, she would've said, "No. Not me." After graduating from Albion College with a degree in biology, Seibold wasn't certain which direction her career would take. Contemplating...

Be Bold. Be Who You Are.

Be Bold. Be Who You Are.

Keloni Seawood-Walton always had an interest in fashion. She learned how to sew in second grade—starting with pajama pants and pillowcases. Now, she's designing outfits for community fashion shows. "When I was in middle school, I played a ton of sports, and that's...

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Brilliance Awards

  West Michigan Woman magazine is pleased to honor the success of women in our community with the annual Brilliance Awards. The event shines a light on the dynamic talent, spirit and intellect of local women; it celebrates the brilliant and meaningful impact they...

Stay True to Your Mission

Stay True to Your Mission

AM is a complete experience—an asana studio, meditation studio, 365 program, teAM and community events. It's yoga for the people. Anywhere and everywhere. And that's exactly what co-owners Ashley Yost and Mali Jane wanted. What prompted your decision to become an...

Entrepreneurship Is a Process

Entrepreneurship Is a Process

Thegreenglovedryer is the green energy solution to drying gloves, mittens and more ... and it's made in America. Karen Smoots took the challenge of drying wet winter accessories and turned it into a burgeoning business. What prompted your decision to become an...

There Is So Much GOOD.

There Is So Much GOOD.

Posh Petals offers floral, planning and rental pieces, and an exquisite selection of gift items from artisans whose product complements its floral arrangements. Elizabeth Schenk, Posh Petals owner and creative director, tends a long love of floral design that has...

Declutter Your Retirement

Declutter Your Retirement

Leonardo da Vinci called simplicity the ultimate sophistication. Bruce Lee called it the key to brilliance. And Gandhi, who many believe was the definitive minimalist, said the secret of life lies in never missing material things. What's no secret: Having less seems...