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Organizers aim to unite Holland community via soccer
As someone born and raised in Holland, Trent Ramos noticed a divide among fellow residents.
Growth Report: Nov. 9, 2019
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Herman Miller acquires remaining stake in U.K.-based Naughtone for $46.1 million
ZEELAND — Office furniture maker Herman Miller Inc. has acquired the remaining shares of U.K.-based furniture designer and manufacturer Naughtone for $46.1 million.
Growth Report: October 12, 2019
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Big Dutchman, Tric Tool, Herman Miller to expand in Holland area
HOLLAND TOWNSHIP — A trio of industrial companies are planning expansions on the lakeshore in Holland Charter Township.
Herman Miller to acquire majority stake in Danish furniture company for $78 million
ZEELAND — Office furniture manufacturer Herman Miller Inc. plans to increase its ownership stake in Denmark-based Hay A/S by an additional 34 percent.
Steelcase, Herman Miller report strong quarters as customers seek talent solutions
Steelcase Inc. and Herman Miller Inc. each recorded strong sales results for their most recent quarters.
Investor sells Pi Optima Manufacturing to current executive
Pi Optima Manufacturing Inc., a Zeeland-based machine shop that supplies the aerospace and automotive industries, is under new ownership.
Ex-Amway exec acquires 3 West Michigan Herman Miller dealerships
After a 40-year career at direct-selling giant Amway Corp., former Vice Chairman Bill Payne wanted to find a way to stay involved in the West Michigan business community.
New office furniture products fit spaces to workers’ needs, movements
Despite slowing national economic growth, U.S. demand for office space continues to rise above forecasts.
Labor shortage creates order delays, slower growth for Steelcase
GRAND RAPIDS — The tight labor market that many CEOs across the nation worry about these days cut into Steelcase Inc.’s quarterly sales growth.
Huron Capital taps former Herman Miller CEO as partner
Former Herman Miller Inc. President and CEO Brian Walker joined Detroit-based private equity firm Huron Capital as a partner in charge of strategic leadership for portfolio companies.
Steelcase, Herman Miller eye continued growth in 2019
West Michigan-based contract furniture makers Steelcase Inc. and Herman Miller Inc. expect to maintain sales momentum going into 2019.
Crystal Ball 2019 Manufacturing Outlook: Headwinds, talent challenges tamp down forecast for manufacturing sector
Whether the West Michigan manufacturing industry continues on an ongoing growth trend in 2019 or veers into a contraction remains uncertain. Economist Paul Isely, associate dean for undergraduate programs in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University, uses automotive, furniture, agriculture, and “amazingly nowadays” aerospace manufacturing to find the pulse of where the region’s economy is headed in the coming months and years.
Herman Miller reports strong sales, earnings gains
Contract furniture manufacturer Herman Miller Inc. today reported strong quarterly sales and earnings gains.
Office furniture manufacturers weigh options in wake of tariffs
As the U.S. wades deeper into a trade war with countries including China, West Michigan-based office furniture manufacturers have been forced to raise prices and re-evaluate their supply chains to mitigate risks.
Steelcase, Herman Miller report strong quarterly growth
Steelcase Inc. and Herman Miller Inc. each posted strong sales and earnings for their most recent quarters and expect growth to continue into the current period.
Herman Miller names Banana Republic exec as next president and CEO
Andi Owen will become the first female president and CEO to lead Herman Miller Inc.
End of a cycle? M&A activity plateaus for West Michigan manufacturers, advisers say
Before Landscape Forms Inc. acquired Kornegay Design last year, the Kalamazoo-based designer and manufacturer of site furniture, accessories and lighting mulled several acquisition targets that shared its design culture and core beliefs.
STAYING PUT: Tariffs not likely to influence production decisions in short term, manufacturing execs say
New tariffs and an escalating global trade war in recent weeks have stoked fears that global manufacturers will move production outside of the United States to protect their margins.
Handling Headwinds: Office furniture execs brace for industry challenges
Industry headwinds such as steel and aluminum tariffs and new disruptors are forcing many West Michigan office furniture makers to deal with new challenges.
Good office design blends mix of settings, execs say
Inside Chicago’s Merchandise Mart at NeoCon earlier this month, office furniture manufacturers displayed new products that both showcased and contradicted the renewed shift to more private office spaces.
BUYING SPREE: With flurry of deals, office furniture companies seek to fill product gaps
Whether via acquisition or partnership agreements, West Michigan’s office furniture makers are looking to fill product holes with their recent spate of deals.
MiBiz Growth Report: June 11, 2018
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Herman Miller acquires minority stake in Danish furniture company
In the second investment announced in as many days, Herman Miller Inc. acquired a minority stake in a Danish furniture maker.
Herman Miller invests $6 million for stake in Dutch maker of modular walls
A West Michigan office furniture company is partnering with an investor group to acquire a Dutch manufacturer of modular walls.
From Boardroom to Classroom: Execs-turned-educators bring practical knowledge to students
A handful of West Michigan executives find that practical business experience can carry over from the boardroom to the classroom.
Herman Miller International exec to retire
A member of the executive team at Herman Miller Inc. has announced plans to retire.
AMP Lab @WMU leverages partnerships to address talent shortage
GRAND RAPIDS — With the new AMP Lab @WMU that’s set to open this fall, Western Michigan University wants to leverage public- and private-sector partnerships to help local manufacturers innovate and access talent.
Herman Miller CEO to retire by Aug. 31
Brian Walker will retire from Herman Miller Inc. by Aug. 31, ending a 29-year career at the office furniture manufacturer, including 14 years as president and CEO.