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Michele Suchovsky: An Advocate for Independence

Michele Suchovsky: An Advocate for Independence

National nonprofit organization Paws With A Cause® has hired Michele Suchovsky, an experienced nonprofit leader and native Michigander, as its new CEO. West Michigan Woman sat down with Michele to learn more about her and the work PAWS® does to enhance...

Move Over Hygge: Cwtch Is Here

Move Over Hygge: Cwtch Is Here

Though this Welsh word has no literal English translation, it describes a feeling we're all familiar with—a cozy hug or cuddle. It also means a small cupboard or place to store things safely. So in other words, it's a safe space in your home that gives you that "ahh"...

Host Gift Ideas With The Counting House

Host Gift Ideas With The Counting House

Megan Adams has always dreamed of owning and operating a store of her own. That dream recently came true. The Michigan native spent years in Boston after studying Apparel and Textile Merchandising, working for big-name retailers before returning home to the Mitten and...

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2018 Award Finalists

Top honorees Brilliant Woman of the Year:  Joan Budden, President and CEO, Priority HealthDr. Nkechy Ekere Ezeh, Founder and CEO, Early Learning Neighborhood CollaborativeNisha McKenzie, PA-C, Founder and Director, The Center for Women's Sexual Health...

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2017 Award Finalists

Top honorees Mentorship:  Veverly Austin, Leadership & Development Training Executive, Girl, Get Your Fight Back, Rock the Runway, Confident WomanKathy Crosby, President and CEO, Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand RapidsAdrienne Wallace, Assistant...

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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 have...

Amanda McVay; A Sense of Community

Amanda McVay; A Sense of Community

Amanda McVay's corporate retail experience began at Target's Minneapolis headquarters. She's spent the past seven years at Meijer's Grand Rapids headquarters, where she is Group Vice President, Grocery, and an executive leadership team member. Amanda and her husband,...