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Right Place assists Payload CMS expansion in Grand Rapids

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Payload C-M-S has announced an expansion in Grand Rapids that it says will generate 55 jobs.

The Right Place economic-development group helped the company secure a Michigan Business Development Program grant of $302,500.

Payload C-M-S provides a content-management solution and application framework. The Silicon Valley-funded start-up includes investors ranging from Google to the Grand Rapids-based venture capital firm Grand Ventures.

Here is more from a partial news release:

LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to announce two expansion projects in Kent and Grand Traverse counties. The expansions, representing $3,615,000 in capital investment and the creation of 148 jobs, have received support from the Michigan Strategic Fund. 

“Today’s expansion by two homegrown Michigan companies is further proof that Michigan is on the move and open for business,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “We are bringing supply chains home from overseas, creating high-tech, good-paying jobs in Michigan communities, and experiencing record-high economic growth. I applaud Payload CMS and Earfab Americas for their decision to invest here in Michigan, and I am committed to helping more individuals, families, and businesses make it in Michigan.” 

“Grand Rapids and Traverse City continue to prove that high-tech talent and innovation is woven into Michigan’s culture, no matter where you are in the state,” said MEDC Sr. Vice President of Regional Prosperity Matt McCauley. “We remain proud to work with companies that are making a difference by bringing job creation and providing economic support, proving that Making it in Michigan is the right choice.” 

The project supports a business in the target industries of tech and professional and corporate services and fosters high-wage job growth. The project will bring immediate, high-wage tech jobs to the region, further growing the high-tech ecosystem in Grand Rapids and will help solidify the company’s presence and future business in Michigan. 

The Right Place has offered staff time and resources in support of the project. For information on careers with Payload CMS, visit their website

“Payload is the tip of the spear that is turning Grand Rapids into the tech hub of the Midwest and putting this region’s technological prowess on the map globally,” said James Mikrut, CEO of Payload CMS. “While the coasts are traditionally viewed as being more entrepreneurial in the tech space, we've built an amazing team from the ground up in Michigan, where we believe there is a strong pool of high-potential creatives who want to work on highly technical products, and we're going to find them. We look forward to leveraging our partnership with the MEDC and The Right Place to help us offset some of the challenges of scouting and retaining world-class talent right here in Grand Rapids. We’re grateful that our goals are being recognized and supported by our community. West Michigan has been my home for some time, and – coupled with all the up-and-coming development projects nearby – choosing the Westside for our headquarters was an easy decision.” 

“Payload CMS is a tech startup that has shown considerable growth here in Grand Rapids, helping cement the region’s prowess in this space. We are incredible honored to welcome the company’s new HQ here in Grand Rapids, and excited to see their continued growth,” said Jono Klooster, Interim Economic Development Director, City of Grand Rapids.  

“I remain dedicated to supporting initiatives that promote economic growth and first-rate job opportunities throughout the district,” said state Representative Carol Glanville (D-Walker). “Grand Rapids continues to demonstrate strong growth. And with support from the MEDC, companies like Payload CMS are able to advance their commitment to and investment in the area. I am excited about this partnership and the positive impact the expansion will have on our community.” 

“Payload CMS is a rapidly growing company that could choose to expand into better-known high-tech ecosystems but remains committed to the City of Grand Rapids,” said Jennifer Wangler, Vice President of Technology at The Right Place. “It’s validating to hear that our region’s commitment to being on the global technology stage is a big reason for Payload’s decision to expand here.” 

### [News release from Clark Communications]

 


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