NCTF BLOGS

The Road to Success: Stories on Two Portfolio Companies
Author: Ollie Howie
The New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF) has invested in BIPOC business leaders in Grand Rapids, bridging diversity and strength into the community
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Home Sweet Home: Why Grand Rapids a Surprising Top Choice for Your HQ
Author: Birgit Klohs
More than 130 international companies are located here, as well as four of Forbes Largest Private Companies. For all companies in Greater Grand Rapids, it offers an abundant of talent with more than 20 colleges and universities.
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Why Betting on Communities of Color is Critical for Continued Growth in the U.S. Economy
Author: Danielle Shoots
While a doubling of the percentage of venture capital invested in Black companies would seem like a win, a lot of the promised financial capital, since George Floyd, has yet to actually reach the founders and businesses it’s intended for.
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