Research
$2.2 million in gifts solidify Grand Valley's first fully endowed chair at Johnson Center for Philanthropy
Frey Foundation and generous donor ensure long-term funding for Frey Foundation Chair for Family Philanthropy
Nov 22, 2023
West Michigan economy continues slowing trend: GVSU researcher
Brian Long, director of supply management at GVSU's Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey shows growing pessimism among local manufacturers and businesses.
Nov 7, 2023
West Michigan economy continues to slow, GVSU researcher says
Brian Long, director of supply management at GVSU, said given the responses to his monthly survey, it will take a major economic disruption for the West Michigan and U.S. economies to fall into a recession.
Oct 9, 2023
West Michigan economy remains flat in August, GVSU researcher says
Brian Long, director of supply chain management research, said his September survey of businesses and executives shows conflicting statistics, but the general belief is that the local economy has remained flat through August.
Sep 12, 2023
West Michigan economy flattens in July, GVSU researcher says
Local manufacturers are seeing the West Michigan economy flatten as sales across some industries have slowed and market demand has stabilized, according to a monthly survey conducted by a Grand Valley State University researcher.
Aug 8, 2023
Seidman survey: West Michigan economic signals remain positive despite headwinds
Auto industry continues to buoy manufacturing sector
Jul 11, 2023
Manufacturing survey continues yo-yo pattern
West Michigan manufacturing index swings positive, but caution flags remain
Jun 7, 2023
GVSU survey shows economy flattening, concerns rise over employment picture
Purchasing managers survey sees possibility of increased unemployment by late summer.
May 5, 2023
Seidman survey: Key local economic indicators rebound in March
A March survey of local purchasing managers reflects their fluctuating beliefs regarding the state of the West Michigan economy.
Apr 10, 2023
Seidman survey shows manufacturers' outlook turning pessimistic
After a rosy outlook in January, West Michigan manufacturers convey a chill in February
Mar 8, 2023
