

Beckett Industries + The Right Place: A Reception Celebrating Innovation and Growth
Join Beckett Industries and The Right Place at the Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building for a special reception celebrating entrepreneurship, innovation, and the official Grand Rapids launch of Chuck Waste (Woodchuck).
Following the Chuck Waste Grand Opening earlier in the day, we'll continue the celebration by bringing together founders, investors, and partners from across the region for an evening of connection, conversation, and community building.
This reception is a chance to:
Meet other founders, investors, and ecosystem partners
Learn more about Chuck Waste’s growth and vision
Build meaningful relationships that strengthen West Michigan’s innovation ecosystem
Whether you're building something, backing bold companies, or supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs, this event is for you.
Light appetizers and drinks will be served.
We look forward to seeing you there.
About Beckett Industries
Beckett Industries venture investment platform operates at the intersection of venture capital and growth equity, providing growth capital and strategic guidance to companies at the growth inflection point in the CPG, Technology, and business services sectors. More than just investors, we actively partner with companies at every stage of growth, applying our operational expertise to ensure they scale effectively and achieve market success.
We fill the growing gap between early-stage venture capital investors and later-stage private equity by targeting companies seeking $1M-$5M of capital to accelerate growth, fund acquisitions, or generate shareholder liquidity. With a track record of raising over $200 million in capital, generating more than $800 million in revenue, and completing over $1 billion in transactions, we have established ourselves as leaders in transforming lower to middle market companies into industry leaders.
About The Right Place:
The Right Place, Inc. is a regional economic development organization dedicated to driving sustainable economic growth and prosperity in West Michigan. Through business support, talent initiatives, and collaboration, The Right Place helps strengthen the region’s economy and position it for future success.