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' Choice Awards are all about.
With categories reflective of sections of the magazine and website, 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 the second annual Readers' Choice Awards.
All winners are highlighted in purple, and finalists are listed below in alphabetical order.
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
Urban You | theurbanyou.com
Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery | bengtsoncenter.com
Skin CoLAB | skincolab.com
DAY SPA
Design 1 Salon Spa | design1.com
Ethos Day Spa | ethosdayspa.com
Woodhouse Day Spa | facebook.com/woodhousegrandrapids
HAIR SALON
Design 1 Salon Spa | design1.com
Salon Re: | salonre.com
Smash Salon | smashsalongr.com
NAIL SALON
POSH Nails & Spa | poshnails.net
Design 1 Salon Spa | design1.com
V V Nails and Spa | vvnailsandspa.com
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
Counseling Center of West Michigan | counselingcenterwm.org
Wedgwood Christian Services | wedgwood.org
PHYSICAL GYM
Fit Body Boot Camp | facebook.com/grandrapidsnefitbodybootcamp
Max Effort Performance | maxeffortperformance.com
MVP Athletic Clubs | mvpsportsclubs.com
BOUTIQUE FITNESS STUDIO
CKO Kickboxing | ckokickboxing.com/mi-grand-rapids
Club Pilates | clubpilates.com
Zeal Aerial Fitness | zealaerialfitness.com
NUTRITIONAL SERVICES
Grand Health Partners | grandhealthpartners.com
Harmonic Wellness Centre | harmonicwellnesscentre.com
Root Farmacy | rootfunctionalmedicine.com
CANNABIS & CBD PROVISIONARY
Lume Cannabis Co. | lume.com
Green Koi - Medical & Recreational Marijuana | greenkoi.com
RAIR Cannabis Co. | rairco.com
SKYMINT Premium Cannabis | skymintcannabis.com
WOMEN'S HEALTH CLINICS & SERVICES
Grand Rapids Women's Health | grandrapidswomenshealth.com
Harmonic Wellness Centre | harmonicwellnesscentre.com
True. Women's Health | truewomenshealth.com
Women's+ Health Collective | whcollective.com
HOSPITAL
Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital | corewellhealth.org
Trinity Health | trinityhealthmichigan.org
University of Michigan Health-West | uofmhealthwest.org
HOLISTIC CARE CENTERS
Born Clinic | bornclinic.com
DBC Natural Holistic Health Center | drdenboer.com
Harmonic Wellness Centre | harmonicwellnesscentre.com
Luminosity Center for Healing | luminositycommunity.com
DERMATOLOGY
Dermatology Associates of West Michigan | myskindoctors.com
West Michigan Dermatology | westmichiganderm.com
Wolverine Dermatology | wolverinedermatology.com
CHIROPRACTIC
Kooistra Chiropractic Clinic | kooistrachiropractic.com
The Chiropractic Doctors | bestgrandrapidschiropractor.com
Rise Wellness Chiropractic | risewellnesschiro.com
DENTISTRY
Brian S. Nylaan, D.D.S. | nylaandental.com
Robinson Dental | robinsondental.org
Stonecastle Dentistry | stonecastledentistry.com
OPTOMETRY
West Michigan Eyecare Associates | wmeyecare.com
Family & Pediatric Eyecare Center | fpeyecare.com
Helms Family Optical | helmsoptical.com
COUNSELING
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services | pinerest.org
Counseling Center of West Michigan | counselingcenterwm.org
Wedgwood Christian Services | wedgwood.org
VETERINARIAN
Cascade Hospital for Animals | chfa.net
C-SNIP | csnip.org
Family Friends Veterinary Hospital | familyfriendsvet.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
Hire For Hope | hireforhope.com
Mixed Staffing and Recruiting | mixedmi.com
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Women of Color Give | wocgive.org
Ada Business Association | adabusinessassociation.com
The Employers' Association | teagr.org
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Grand Valley State University | gvsu.edu
Aquinas College | aquinas.edu
Grand Rapids Community College | grcc.edu
SKILLED TRADE EDUCATION
Grand Rapids Community College | grcc.edu
Kent Career Technical Center | thetechcenter.org
West Michigan Construction Institute | wmcinstitute.com
LEGAL
Warner Norcross + Judd LLP | wnj.com
Coonen Law, PLLC | coonen-law.com
Mika Meyers PLC | mikameyers.com
INSURANCE
Great Lakes Insurance and Kinzie Financial Services | glibrokers.com
BHS Insurance | bhsins.com
My Insurance Lady | myinsurancelady.com
ACCOUNTING
Hungerford Nichols CPAs + Advisors | hungerfordnichols.com
Beene Garter, A Doeren Mayhew Firm | beenegarter.com
Seger Tax & Accounting | segertax.com
IT SERVICES
Kinetix LLC | kinetixinc.com
Kaiser IT Group LLC | kaiseritgroup.com
Fusion IT | fusion-it.net
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
Shanna Shillington-Bylsma - Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC | ameripriseadvisors.com
Bincy Teodorescu - Financial Advisor, Principal Financial Group | principal.com
Thomas Elzinga - Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC | ameripriseadvisors.com
RETIREMENT SERVICES
Edward Jones Investments | edwardjones.com
Bincy Teodorescu - Financial Advisor, Principal Financial Group | principal.com
Midwest Capital Advisors | midwestcap.com
BANK
Huntington Bank | huntington.com
Macatawa Bank | macatawabank.com
United Bank | unitedbank4u.com
MORTGAGE LENDING
Lake Michigan Credit Union | lmcu.org
Mercantile Bank | mercbank.com
Northern Mortgage Services | northernmtg.com
Treadstone Funding | treadstonemortgage.com
CREDIT UNION
Lake Michigan Credit Union | lmcu.org
Adventure Credit Union | adventurecu.org
Consumers Credit Union | consumerscu.org
ESTATE PLANNING
Mika Meyers PLC | mikameyers.com
CBH Attorneys & Counselors | cbhattorneys.com
Coonen Law, PLLC | coonen-law.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
Gina's Boutique | ginasgr.com
Leigh's | leighsfashions.com
Sunset + Willow Co. | facebook.com/shopsunsetandwillowco
CHILDREN'S BOUTIQUE
Pink Lemonade | pinklemonademi.com
Hopscotch Children's Store | hopscotchstore.com
Tip Toes | shoptiptoes.com
MEN'S BOUTIQUE
A.K. Rikk's | akrikks.com
Fitzgerald's Men's Store | fitzs.com
New Yorker Menswear | newyorkermenswear.com
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE
Renee Austin Wedding | reneeaustinwedding.com
Bridal Elegance | bridalelegancegr.com
Spring Sweet | springsweet.com
SHOE STORE
Mieras Family Shoes | mierasfamilyshoes.com
Tru-Fit Comfort Shoe Store | trufitmuskegon.com
VanHoecks Footwear | vanhoecks.com
JEWELER
DeVries Jewelers | devriesjewelers.com
Metal Art Studio Inc. | metalartstudioinc.com
Preusser Jewelers | preusserjewelers.com
Siegel Jewelers | siegeljewelers.com
CONSIGNMENT OR SUSTAINABLE BOUTIQUE
Gild the Lily | shopgildthelily.com
Georgie's Consignment Clothing | georgiesconsignment.com
Rock Paper Scissors Consignment Boutique | rpsconsign.com
SHOPPING DISTRICT
Breton Village | cwdrealestate.com/great-spaces/breton-village
Ada Village | adavillage.com
Eastown | uptowngr.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
Design 1 Salon Spa | design1.com
Woodhouse Day Spa | | facebook.com/WoodhouseGrandRapids
Salus Wellness Spa | experiencesalus.com
GOLF COURSES
Thousand Oaks Golf Club | thousandoaksgolf.com
Egypt Valley Country Club | egyptvalley.com
Saskatoon Golf Club | saskatoongolf.com
WEEKEND GETAWAYS
Traverse City | traversecity.com
Ludington | visitludington.com
Saugatuck | saugatuck.com
South Haven | southhaven.org
TRAVEL AGENCY
Breton Travel | bretontravel.com
Meredith Rothouse - Edgewood Travel | edgewoodtravel.com
Lori Visser, VTA | travelsense.org/advisors/mrs-lori-visser
HOTEL ATTRACTIONS
Amway Grand Plaza | facebook.com/amwaygrandplaza
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown | facebook.com/canopygrandrapids
JW Marriott Grand Rapids | facebook.com/ilovethejw
ARTS EXPERIENCE
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | meijergardens.org
ArtPrize | artprize.org
Grand Rapids Art Museum | artmuseumgr.org
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
The Found Cottage | thefoundcottage.com
Delight In Designs | delightindesigns.com
Gather-d | gather-d.com
GREENHOUSE
Countryside Greenhouse | countrysidegreenhouse.com
Romence Gardens & Greenhouses | romencegardens.com
W.W. Greenhouse, Inc. | wwgreenhouses.com
FURNITURE
Talsma Furniture | talsmafurniture.com
Blended Furniture Market | blendedfurnituremarket.com
Stonesthrow | stonesthrowliving.com
INTERIOR DESIGN
Francesca Owings Interior Designs, LLC | francescaowings.com
Delight In Designs | delightindesigns.com
Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design | kathrynchaplow.com
FLOORING
DeGraaf Interiors | degraafinteriors.com
Absolute Floor Covering, Inc. | absolutefloorcovering.com
Rockford Floor Covering, Inc. | rockfordfloorcoveringmi.com
RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTORS/HOME BUILDERS
Eastbrook Homes | eastbrookhomes.com
Lanser Construction, LLC | [email protected]
Snowden Builders, LLC | snowdenbuilders.com
LANDSCAPE & OUTDOOR DESIGN
Everett's Landscape Management, Inc. | everettslandscape.com
Folklore Botanical | folklorebotanical.com
REALTOR
Kristin Carlson - Keller Williams | behometeamgr.com
Andrew Norden - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices | bhhs.com
Stacey Czarnopis - Charter Properties | charterpropertiesgr.com
CLEANING SERVICES
Sparkle & Shine Cleaning Services of West MI, LLC | sparkleandshinecleaningservices.net
Clean Bee Home Services | cleanbeehomeservices.com
Daybreak Laundry | daybreaklaundry.com
HOME SERVICES
West Michigan Organizing Company | westmiorganizingco.com
Daybreak Laundry | daybreaklaundry.com
Helder Home Services | facebook.com/helderhomeservices
Your Life Simplified - Julie Mulder | facebook.com/YLSbyJulie
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
Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery | robinettes.com
Cascade Winery/Sierra Rose Cellars | sierrarosecellars.com
Fenn Valley Vineyards | fennvalley.com
BREWERY
Founders Brewing Co. | foundersbrewing.com
Brewery Vivant | breweryvivant.com
Perrin Brewing Company | perrinbrewing.com
BRUNCH
Anna's House | annashouseus.com
Lucy's | lucyscafegr.com
Morning Belle | morningbellebrunch.com
FINE DINING
Amore Trattoria Italiana | amoretrattoriaitaliana.com
Leo's Seafood Restaurant & Bar | leosrestaurant.com
MDRD | amwaygrand.com/dining/mdrd
FARM-TO-TABLE
Terra | terragr.com
Café Mamo | cafemamo.com
Four Roses Cafe | fourrosescafe.com
MudPenny | mudpenny.com
VEGAN/VEGETARIAN
Anna's House | annashouseus.com
Gaia House Cafe | gaiahousecafe.com
Stella's Lounge | stellaslounge.com
CASUAL DINING
Donkey Taqueria | donkeygr.com
Noco Provisions | nocogr.com
Vander Mill | vandermill.com
COFFEE SHOP
Madcap Coffee | madcapcoffee.com
Brody's Be Cafe | brodysbecafe.com
Rising Grinds Café | rgcafe.org
JUICE & SMOOTHIE BAR
Fruition Acai & Juice Bar | thefruitionlife.com
Malamiah Juice Bar & Eatery | malamiahjuicebar.com
Sip Organic Juice Bar | siporganicjuicebar.com
COCKTAIL BAR
IDC | idontcaregr.com
Buffalo Traders Lounge | buffalotraderslounge.com
SideBar | sidebargrandrapids.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
Special Occasions LLC | specialoccasionsmi.com
Design Effect | designeffectevents.com
Genesis Consulting Group | genesisconsultinggr.com
INTIMATE EVENT SPACE (CAPACITY UNDER 50)
Farmhaus Cider Co. | farmhauscider.com
Glass House Creative Community | glasshouse.community
Lions and Rabbits Center for the Arts | lionsandrabbits.com
SPECIAL EVENT OR WEDDING VENUE (CAPACITY 50 AND UP)
The High Five GR | thehighfivegr.com
Alaska Haus | alaskahausvenue.com
The Revel Center | revelcenter.com
CATERER/SERVING SERVICE
Slows Bar BQ Grand Rapids | slowsbarbq.com
It Figures Catering | facebook.com/itfigscatering
Kangaroo Kitchen and Catering | kangarookitchengr.com
Martha's Catering | marthascatering.com
FLORIST
Eastern Floral | easternfloral.com
Daylily Floral Cascade | daylilyfloral.com
Kennedy's Florist & Flower Delivery | kennedyfloral.com
RENTAL SERVICES
Kentwood Rental | kentwoodrentalinc.com
Cascade Rental Center | cascaderental.com
Special Occasions LLC | specialoccasionsmi.com
EVENT ENTERTAINMENT
Brena | brenaband.com
Adrian "AB" Butler | everythingab.com
QC Event Sound | facebook.com/qceventsound
Courtesy of West Michigan Woman.
This article originally appeared in the Dec '22/Jan '23 issue of West Michigan Woman.
