People First Economy's Program Director, Alice Jasper, had the opportunity to present how we measure good business practices at this year's Michigan Sustainability Conference (MISCON) presented by Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy! Our #GoodForMichigan program uses two globally recognized tools, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs created by the United National Global Compact and B Impact Assessment (BIA) used for the B Corp Certification process. We do this through community-informed approaches to assist business communities across the state with identifying and achieving their sustainability goals. Learn how we measure good at: https://lnkd.in/g74TCeNj #PeopleFirstEconomy #GoodBizMatters #SustainableBusiness #MISCON
People First Economy
Civic and Social Organizations
Grand Rapids, Michigan 871 followers
Building an economy that puts people first.
About us
People First Economy is a non-profit organization that develops a resilient Michigan economy that puts People First. Through our work in sustainability, we encourage better business practices and we develop a vibrant, inclusive community. We empower business leaders to develop relationships with one another, create positive social and environmental impact, and encourage consumers to become active participants in their relationship with their community and economy.
- Website
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https://www.peoplefirsteconomy.org/
External link for People First Economy
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2017
- Specialties
- Sustainability, Economic Development, and Entrepreneur
Locations
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Primary
111 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503, US
Employees at People First Economy
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Carlos Martinez
President - People First Economy: Good For Michigan | Local First | B Local Michigan
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Kathleen Roark
Director of Engagement at People First Economy
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Victoria Munro
Community Engagement Manager at People First Economy Community Connector | Content Strategist | Informed Sustainability Advocate
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Halla M.
Experience Manager
Updates
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📣 HAPPENING TOMORROW! 📣 Come join us to celebrate our growing solidarity economy. More and more "Up North" businesses are embracing interdependence, social justice, environmental stewardship, and a love of place over profit. We've got B Corps. We've got social enterprises. We've got industry leaders and ethical trend setters in abundance. Don't miss this great chance to connect, share best practices, and strengthen the bonds which unite us in purpose. 🤝 🕐 Date & Time: Oct 11th | 8:30Am - 4:30PM 📍 Location: Commonplace Community Coworking | 414 East Eighth Street, Traverse City, MI 49686 Sign up here for tickets 👉 https://loom.ly/p6Rcqe0 Special thank you to our sponsors ✨ 🔷 Michigan Economic Development Corporation 🔷 Williams Group 🔷 Catalyst Partners
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Meet the select Local First of West Michigan businesses represented in Crain's Grand Rapids Business's 40 under 40! Congratulations for making it to the 40 Under 40! Shout out to the following for winning: Benjamin Cochran | Supermercado Mexico (Olvera Enterprises) Alexandra Crow | United Bank of Michigan Paola Mendivil | El Granjero Mexican Grill & Grow Elise Bassi Igoe | Rockford Construction We are so excited to see passionate people behind the businesses that are building a People First Economy! To learn more about Crain's 40 Under 40, click the link: https://lnkd.in/gtK4w4x4 #40Under40 #LocalFirst #PeopleFirstEconomy
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Help us celebrate our Impact Manager, Arick Davis, in being named Young Nonprofit Professional of the Year by Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Grand Rapids (ynpn.gr) 🎉 Arick is dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and we couldn't be more thrilled by their recognition and commitment to building an economy that puts #PeopleFirst! Congrats, Arick!
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With the right support, business services can unlock potential, drive growth, and foster success. Together, we build stronger communities and a brighter future. 🌟 For this People Behind the Business feature, we interviewed Kevin Schnieders with EDSI. Check out his interview as he shares more about the positive impacts EDSI has had on the community! 🤝🏾 Stay tuned for more business service members in our community! You can find them via our directory: https://lnkd.in/gHcB-myd 📣 #SupportBusinessServices #PeopleFirstEconomy #PeopleBehindTheBusiness
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HUGE shout out to Arick Davis, the Impact Manager of our organization. Arick is dedicated and devoted to building a #PeopleFirstEconomy alongside us!
We’re thrilled to announce the finalists for the Young Nonprofit Professional of the Year at the 2024 Leadership & Recognition Event: Igniting Change! These outstanding individuals have gone above and beyond in their nonprofit work, making a lasting impact in West Michigan: ✨Arick Davis - Impact Manager, People First Economy ✨Tania Jaczkowski - Executive Director, Humane Society of West Michigan ✨DeeDee Taylor - Founder, Taylor Made Re-Entry Join us on Thursday, October 3rd, from 6-9 PM at the Goei Center to celebrate their inspiring achievements! Don’t miss this night of recognition, inspiration, and community. Get your tickets here: https://buff.ly/3ZCMasZ #IgnitingChange #LeadershipAwards #CelebrateNonprofitLeaders #YNPN #WestMichigan
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With the right support, business services can unlock potential, drive growth, and foster success. Together, we build stronger communities and a brighter future. 🌟 For this People Behind the Business feature, we interviewed Tom Duisterhof with Gordon Water Systems. We asked him: What does Good For Michigan membership mean to your organization? “Good for Michigan encompasses much of what we embrace. Be good to your people, your coworkers, be good with your community, and be good stewards of the environment.” 🤝🏾🌻 Stay tuned for more business service members in our community! You can find them via our directory link in our bio! 📣 #SupportBusinessServices #PeopleFirstEconomy #PeopleBehindTheBusiness
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Have you seen the latest podcast drop of our #GoodForMichigan member?? 👀 Walker-Miller Energy Services is a B Corp certified company dedicated to changing lives through energy. The firm focuses on energy efficiency and clean energy, aiming to reduce energy burdens for local families and businesses, create sustainable jobs, diversify the local energy workforce, and empower small business owners to become sustainable suppliers in the clean energy economy. Walker-Miller has grown into the largest African American and woman-owned energy waste reduction companies in the country. 💡 Hear 👂 her share her story of the companies ongoing successes 👉 https://loom.ly/2cl6Snw
S4 Ep.32 - Carla Walker-Miller, Founder and CEO of Walker-Miller Energy Services - The Michigan Opportunity
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⭐ NextCycle Michigan FALL SHOWCASE | OCT 2, 2024 | SUBURBAN SHOWPLACE | NOVI, MI ⭐ NextCycle Michigan Fall Showcase will feature 15 teams from the public sector and recycling supply chain ready to show off their project pitches while competing for awards and bragging rights. You’ll hear about innovative solutions for waste reduction, material reuse and recycling, and end markets for recycled materials. 🤩 Registration is free, but space in limited! Learn more 👉 https://loom.ly/Cyo3fQo
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Join us for an informative webinar, Unpacking the New Certified B Corporation® Standards | What to Expect in 2026..., hosted by B Corps Evolution Marketing A Certified B Corp and Enharmonic Encounters LLC, that unpacks the upcoming changes to the B Impact Assessment and what they mean for Certified B Corporations. Whether your company is newly certified or a long-standing member of the B Corp community, this session will provide essential insights into the updated standards and how to effectively prepare for them. Our team member, Alice, will be MCing this event! 😍 Buy your tickets here 👉 https://loom.ly/PiyGuW4
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