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Big Dance boosting West Michigan business, requiring more staff around the clock


Published on 2025-03-22 00:20:51 - WZZM13
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  • Friday was busy from the lunch shift through closing, with many coming to watch the Michigan State game against Bryant University. Rosemeck said he's needed more staff on the lunch shift which is abnormal.

The article from MSN discusses how the NCAA basketball tournament, known as "March Madness," significantly boosts local businesses in West Michigan. The influx of fans and visitors for the games leads to increased demand for services like hotels, restaurants, and event staffing. Specifically, businesses like the Courtyard by Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids are experiencing a surge in bookings, requiring them to hire additional staff to manage the round-the-clock operations. This event not only brings economic benefits through direct spending but also through the need for extra labor, with companies like Grand Rapids Area Hospitality Staffing Solutions seeing a spike in demand for workers. The article highlights how this annual event turns into a bustling period for local commerce, necessitating careful planning and additional resources to cater to the heightened activity.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/general/big-dance-boosting-west-michigan-business-requiring-more-staff-around-the-clock/ar-AA1BqptA ]