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A Grand Event

kimb — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 20:47:18 +0000

In the new year we had the privilege of being able to work with another woman-owned business, Grand Events LLC. Grand Events owner, Cecily Near puts on several events a year with the most recent being the Grand Rapids Antiques…

Success is a team effort. Meet the vendors we love.

kimb — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:41:58 +0000

Over the years, 834 has formed many relationships with vendors from all service areas. From video to print t0 large format printing to window sticks to direct mail to digital printing to…well you get the picture.

We want to take…

The painful act of volunteering

admin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:48:33 +0000

So lately, I have endured a few painful volunteer experiences. As a former non-profit professional, and now serving the non-profit industry, here are a few tips on the treatment of volunteers. I don’t believe it is rocket science, but after…

Meet Renay

admin — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 18:56:45 +0000

By: Renay Shoenmaker

Well it seems to be that time of year again. Summer rays have begun fading away; while Fall’s crisp winded days are blowing in, whistling the phrase: Welcome Back; school is now in session. It is…

Celebrating Grand Rapids’ History

admin — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:50:39 +0000

In November of 2011, the West Michigan based law firm, Smith Haughey Rice Roegee will be moving into the historical Flat Iron Building in downtown Grand Rapids. The project includes approximately 26,600 square feet with the ground floor housing a…

Honoring Former First Lady, Betty Ford

admin — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:58:40 +0000

In September of 2010, 834 Design & Marketing was asked to plan a very special event, one that would honor Former First Lady, Betty Ford. It was an exciting event to plant, as it included public relations, event management, social…

Saluting West Michigan’s Health Heroes

admin — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:24:38 +0000

834 Design & Marketing was hired to plan the inaugural Alliance for Health – West Michigan Salutes Health Heroes. The goal of the event was to raise the organization’s awareness within a younger demographic, while also recognizing individuals in the…

Entrepreneurs, Young Professionals & Blue Moons

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:29:41 +0000

What a month July was, and August is shaping up to be just as full of opportunity for those looking to expand their network.

Lots of interesting happenings involving entrepreneurs, young professionals and a certain former first lady. Intriguing, wouldn’t…

Event season is here

admin — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:28:52 +0000

April showers bring an outpouring of events to Grand Rapids!

If you are a professionals looking to be build your personal brand, now is the perfect time to get out there and get connected.

See you around GR.

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Bring on the WOW factor

admin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:30:21 +0000

What makes a great event? Or better yet, when do you hold an event? Yearly holiday celebration? Client appreciation? Awards ceremony? Fashion show? Fundraiser?

There are a variety of reasons to host an event, but the planning can become tedious.…