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The Grand Rapids Downtown Market added three new board members last month.
The Downtown Market said Feb. 3 that it added Mike Morin, Start Garden co-director; LaChaun A. Steverson, Fibrenew entrepreneur; and Hailey Van Andel, Paycor regional sales director, to its board of directors.
The new board members started their terms in January, working to advance the market’s mission and vision, including connecting with the community and helping to cultivate and grow small businesses.
“Grand Rapids has no shortage of smart and passionate community leaders, and we’re fortunate to welcome three outstanding individuals to our board of directors this year,” said Mimi Fritz, president and CEO of the Downtown Market. “These passionate and dedicated community leaders will help us advance our mission to offer dynamic food-centered experiences, education and entrepreneurship opportunities dedicated to a healthier comm
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The leader of Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women is retiring at the end of the year.
Bonnie Nawara, who has led the organization for 10 years, said Monday that she will be hanging up her hat as of Dec. 31.
“These past 10 years have been a whirlwind, and it’s been an honor to lead the organization to a whole new level,” Nawara said. “GROW is now at another pivotal point for the organization, and it is time for new energy to take us into the next 10 years, as I pursue other interests.”
Nawara came to GROW with 20 years of experience as a small business owner and in the nonprofit space. She said it was her love of entrepreneurship that drew her to apply for the position.