In The News

From time to time, media folks contact us for an opinion or input on matters of the home, the remodeling industry, or small business. Here is some of the buzz that's out there.

Ben Thompson is a charter member of the Medical Mile Resource Group (MMRG).
New Grand Rapids Coalition aims to help emerging companies gain foothold in growing medical sector

Between Generations- 2 Perspectives on Succession in Family Business
February 17, 2009

"Now Generation" Panelists Jeff Koeze, Koeze Co.; Fred Cook, Cook Family Services; and Dave Custer, Custer Workplace Interiors. Moderator Tim Schad, Nucraft Furniture. "Next Generation" Panelists Ben Thompson, Thompson Remodeling; Bobbie Medema, Notions Marketing, and Steve Soet, Kent Quality Foods.

Young Leaders of the Remodeling Industry
Meet twelve 40-and-under remodelers who are shaping the future of the industry

Secrets of the Young Leaders
An inside look at the favorites, personalities and opinions of the 2009 Professional Remodeler Young Leaders

Future Vision of Our Young Leaders
We asked our Young Leaders what they see as the biggest changes coming down the line for the remodeling industry.

Next Generation of Remodelers
How two young remodeling leaders are managing succession

Starmark Cabinetry Offer

Our cabinet line is offering free trips to your choice of a 5 Day Carnival Cruise for two, 5 Day Cancun Resort Vacation for two, or a 2 Night Las Vegas Getaway for two. It's one more reason NOW is the time to invest in a new kitchen or bath. Call Ben for more details. 616-942-1866

Arianna Humble, we sponsored in part her trip to England with the National People to People Student Ambassadors trip in June 2008.

The picture is at Warwick Castle. We are very proud of her achievement in being selected for the prestigious exchange program.

Arianna's father is a former employee and her mother is a former service provider for Thompson Remodeling, Inc.

Ben was featured in the Three to Watch feature article in the September 2008 issue of Remodeling Magazine.

Kristin was featured in the September 2008 issue of Better Homes & Gardens as a winner of the reader design challenge in the Best Kitchen and Best Decorating (nursery) categories.

Our own Ben Thompson was a contributor at the "Michigan Leaders Speak" forum on May 15th @ Aquinas College. Click Here to read the article.

Rational Resilience (Remodeling Magazine, Linda Case's Column)

HGTVPro.com Article

Don't be afraid to pick up the phone (Professional Remodeler)

Quick Tips To Open Your Kitchen (National Association of Home Builders, )

TRI Showcase of Remodeled Homes Makes National Print (Remodeling Magazine, Hayden Alfano)

As home sales fall, remodeling climbs. Read an interview with Ben Thompson in Business Review West Michigan.

Local remodeler marks year with three major milestones
(Rapid Growth Media / www.rapidgrowthmedia.com)

Thompson Remodeling Named NARI 2007 Regional Contractor of the Year

Builder Receives High Honors For Good Work Ethic From Home Builders Association

ARTICLES:

Remodeling
Radio Remodelers
The Perfect Storm
Are you too stuck to effectively plan for succession?
Serving the Medical Mile (click here to view the article)

Ongoing:

Catch the Home Improvement Show, Live, Saturday Mornings from 8-9am on NEWSRADIO WOOD 1300. Each week you'll hear tips and tricks from Pat, Sandie, & Ben... call in with YOUR questions. For more info, visit our Home Improvement page.

Client Cuisine Night. It began in 2003 as a way to share our newly remodeled showroom kitchen with our clients. Once a month we invite up to six clients to enjoy a gourmet meal prepared by professional chefs Barry and Andrea Watson.
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