The Right Place, Inc.
Randy Thelen has a wealth of experience in economic development and leadership roles. Randy currently serves as the President and CEO of The Right Place, Inc., a position they have held since March 2021. Prior to that, they were the Senior Vice President of the Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc. from January 2018 to March 2021. Randy also served as the Senior VP of Economic Development at the Greater Omaha Chamber from February 2014 to December 2017. Before that, they were the President of Lakeshore Advantage from June 2004 to February 2014. Randy's career in economic development began in 1997 as a Development Specialist, and they later served as the Managing Director at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation from 2000 to 2004.
Randy Thelen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Alma College, where they attended from 1990 to 1994. Following this, they pursued a Masters degree in Applied Economics at Binghamton University from 1994 to 1995.
The Right Place, Inc.
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Serving West Michigan since 1985, The Right Place, Inc. is a regional non-profit economic development organization in Grand Rapids, which is supported by investments from the private and public sector. The Right Place drives regional Economic Development initiatives to stimulate economic growth, wealth creation, and operational excellence by focusing on productivity, innovation, and the retention and creation of quality employment in the West Michigan community. Staffed by a team with more than 150 years of combined experience, we are a single source of services, information and support for companies that want to grow in West Michigan. Our work is evidenced by billions in new capital investment, and thousands of new and retained jobs in West Michigan. The Right Place plays a vital role in transforming West Michigan's economy and building a thriving global center for future business and innovation.