Michigan Business Beat | Spartan Innovations & Health Innovation Partners Discuss “The Bridge”

Michigan Business Network

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Kyle McGregor, Director of Health Innovations Grand Rapids, Michigan State University Research Foundation (MSURF) and Mike Mraz, President of Real Estate Development, Rockford Construction, Grand Rapids, MI In their conversation they cover: - How did the partnership between Spartan Innovations and Rockford Construction begin? - Why would a start-up choose to rent office space at The Bridge? - What services can be provided for Bridge tenants? - What kinds of businesses will The Bridge attract? - Why is it important that healthcare and health-tech start-ups get their roots in West Michigan? - Can the space accommodate different sized start-ups? If so, what are the ranges in office sizes offered? Kyle McGregor, Director of Health Innovations Grand Rapids, Michigan State University Research Foundation (MSURF) Kyle is focused on bringing new ideas, innovative approaches, and person-centered technology into the communities that need them most. He has a passion for linking industry, academia, and healthcare to develop high impact projects that are capable of scaling to meet unmet needs. About MSURF’s Spartan Innovations Spartan Innovations is the Michigan State University Research Foundation’s venture creation entity that drives entrepreneurs to develop their ideas, create business plans, and successfully launch high-tech startups. Mike Mraz, President of Real Estate Development, Rockford Construction Mike oversees all aspects of the real estate development process including financing, acquisitions, leasing, project management, investor relations and owner’s representation. He has more than 19 years of experience in the real estate industry, with many high-profile projects completed in the greater Grand Rapids area. About Rockford Construction Established in 1987, Rockford Construction (Rockford) is a nationally recognized construction, real estate development and property management provider. Rockford has built projects totaling more than $5.5 billion of various size and scope in more than 800 cities across the country » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/