Connect Local GR

What happens when you flip the traditional vendor fair on its head? You get a room full of real conversations, meaningful connections, and momentum for the Grand Rapids business community.

WIELAND proudly took part in the inaugural Connect Local GR: A Buyers & Business Exchange at DeVos Place. Built around early connection and transparency, the event created space for relationships to form before bids or RFP’s hit the table. We connected with more than 50 West Michigan small businesses and MLBEs – companies driving construction forward through innovation, expertise, and unique solutions.

As we grow in West Michigan, opportunities like this are invaluable. Thank you, Grand Rapids, for building a community that’s creating partnerships from the ground up. We’re already looking forward to next year!