517 Business Magazine

10/14/2026

Downtown Lansing Inc. announced the third annual Big Red Ball Fundraising Gala will take place Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Michigan History Center in downtown Lansing. This year’s gala will celebrate downtown Lansing’s role as “Michigan’s Downtown,” showcasing the city as a gathering place for the entire state while highlighting businesses, makers and products from across Michigan.

https://517mag.com/big-red-ball-returns-nov-21/

10/14/2026

See you Monday at the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at MSU?
We'll be there bright and early along with our friends from Lansing 5:01.

10/13/2026

Clinton County is finding ways to grow without losing the character that makes people want to call it home.

Read more from Clinton County Catalyst's Tim Fair in our latest issue.

https://517mag.com/growing-without-losing-roots-why-clinton-county-is-michigans-next-big-success-story/

Clinton County sits in an enviable location in the heart of mid-Michigan.

10/12/2026

Everyone in the C-Suite should consider attending this unique and exciting event.

In our latest podcast, Brown and Brown’s Eric Hannah and special guest Jodi Schafer tell us all about the upcoming Disrupt HR event Oct. 15 at Lansing Shuffle.

Tune in to learn more.
https://517mag.com/517-in-your-business-podcast-s2-e25/

10/08/2026

This month, we're joining Lansing 5:01 for Grand River Connections and a gathering at one of the region's most stunning spaces: the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum on the campus of MSU.

Think of Grand River Connection as your VIP pass to Lansing. Every month, Lansing 5:01 brings together the region's professionals in a different iconic local spot—the kind of places locals love and newcomers need to discover.

No panels. No presentations. Just coffee, great company, and the kind of organic conversations that happen when you put curious, ambitious people in a beautiful room together.

Hosted in partnership with 517 Business Magazine.

The Details:
Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum, East Lansing
9-10:30am
Coffee provided
Free to attend

10/07/2026

Thank you for joining 517 Business Magazine and M3 Group at the Earvin Magic Johnson YMCA today for Connections and Coffee.

Were looking forward to seeing you next at the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at MSU with Lansing 5:01 next Monday morning at 9 a.m. for more great .

10/07/2026

This month's notable news column covers the latest announcements from Choose Lansing, Triterra, Maner Costerisan, McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation and more.

https://517mag.com/october-2026-notable-news-professional-highlights-from-the-517-region/

Professional highlights from the region.

10/06/2026

“Commercial cleaning is where we can make the biggest impact,” Braun said. “Businesses rely on consistency and communication, someone they can get in touch with; and we provide direct lines of communication. … We found our lane — and we’ve stayed in it.” - Alicia Braun, Maid To Clean LLC

Read more at https://517mag.com/a-clean-sweep-alicia-braun-and-maid-to-clean-bring-reliability-polish-and-a-healthy-dose-of-humor-to-businesses/.

10/05/2026

“Mid-Michigan has also allowed us to bring an experience and level of technology often associated with larger metropolitan areas closer to home. We do not have to leave this region to build something exceptional.” - Jess Farhat, NECTAR body•face•skin

Read her feature at https://517mag.com/more-than-skin-deep-nectars-jess-farhat-proves-local-relationships-expertise-fuel-ambitious-entrepreneurial-success/.

10/02/2026

WILX brings us monthly news briefs in each issue of 517 Business. This month, read about Michigan State University's future Leinweber Center for Engineering and Digital Innovation. You'll also see updates on a win for The East Lansing-Meridian Water and Sewer Authority. Find out more at https://517mag.com/october-2026-business-briefs-provided-by-wilx-tv-news-10/.

Business news from the region.