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Why Local First
We Mean (Local) Business.
Representing a growing membership of nearly 600 businesses, Local First is the largest network of locally owned businesses in the Midwest, and the 3rd largest per capita in the United States. Our membership is representative of the diversity of West Michigan: you'll find software engineers and farmers, industrial manufacturers and retailers side by side at our networking events. They are all a part of Local First, and all a part of our mission to create and sustain a local, living economy in West Michigan.
"Our membership is representative of the diversity of West Michigan: you'll find software engineers and farmers, industrial manufacturers and retailers side by side at our networking events. They are all a part of Local First, and all a part of our mission to create and sustain a local, living economy in West Michigan."
- Local First
Our Philosophy
We believe in the power of local business to positively transform our communities. The benefits of Local First membership are designed to empower our members to affect that change.
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Proud Sponsor
Eastern Floral has been a significant part of the Grand Rapids community for over 60 years. Eastern Floral has grown to be recognized as an industry leader and has been awarded as a top 50 florist in the USA.
