2022 West Michigan Woman Readers’ Choice Awards

2022 West Michigan Woman Readers’ Choice Awards

Welcome to the Second Annual West Michigan Woman Readers’ Choice Awards! Thank you for your input, nominations and votes! These awards are truly meaningful to the local individuals and businesses involved, and we are thrilled to highlight the top services,...
2022 Readers’ Choice Awards

2022 Readers’ Choice Awards

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. Those local staples are what the West Michigan Woman Readers’...
Small Business Spotlight: Venture Esthetics Lounge

Small Business Spotlight: Venture Esthetics Lounge

Small businesses are the heart of any community, and West Michigan is no exception. As we enter the holiday shopping season, it’s more important than ever to shop locally and support those who enrich our community through their entrepreneurship. In this Small...
Holiday Party Pickups

Holiday Party Pickups

Sometimes, crafting a homemade dish for your upcoming holiday gathering just isn’t in the cards. The intention was there, but alas. It happens to the best of us! Whether you’re the kind of person who loves to plan ahead or the type to grab something at the...
Q&A: Rae Green, JD, LPC, CAADC

Q&A: Rae Green, JD, LPC, CAADC

Rae Green, JD, LPC, CAADC | Founder & President | Sanford Behavioral Health While Rae Green studied history at Alma College and went to the Detroit College of Law for her Juris Doctor degree, her passion has always been helping those with the disease of addiction....
Stylish Gifts That Give Back

Stylish Gifts That Give Back

There’s never been a better time to grow your ethical wardrobe and ensure your purchases directly give back to your community and those who create the items themselves. Whether you’re in search of that perfect holiday gift for a loved one or simply want to...
When Your Professional Dreams Change

When Your Professional Dreams Change

When Lisa Miller opened LA Miller Boutique seven years ago in Rockford after hosting clothing pop ups around town, she did so with the goal of sharing clothing that made women feel good about themselves. And that goal was quickly accomplished. Miller built a...
Can Houseplants Help Fight the Winter Blues?

Can Houseplants Help Fight the Winter Blues?

Many people who have houseplants will enthusiastically tell you: the benefits of incorporating indoor plants into your home abound, especially during the winter months. And scientific research backs that up! Several studies—including the NASA Clean Air Study—have...