America's "Dying" Cities

By Jami Miedema I’m a native of Grand Rapids, MI and still live near there today. I’ve always enjoyed the energy of the downtown area and am impressed with all the city has to offer even with its small-town feel. So when Grand Rapids was ranked on Newsweek’s list of...

Recession-Resistant Industries

By Jami Miedema Can you believe that thirty-two percent of businesses plan to hire full-time employees yet this year, according to a survey conducted by CareerBuilder.com? Despite the sluggish economy, many industries are prosperous and may even face shortages of...

Sustainable Development

By Jami Miedema The world’s consumption patterns continue to be a major issue today as population growth climbs and resources become scarce. Often, when referring to consumption levels, the topic of sustainable development arises, and it forces us to think about the...