So many tirades, so little time. With Facebook pushing 450 million users, it's no surprise it takes the top bill in the press. From privacy issues to litigation of all types, Facebook is definitely in our faces.

Did you quit?
On May 31, 2010 there was supposed to be a general revolt online against the tyranny of Facebook. According to reported numbers of committed quitters, there was an insinuation of a general 27,000 and 34,000 Facebook users committed to quit. We still don't know exactly how many people have actually quit (unconfirmed reports have stated 30,000), but compared to the 450 million users and the numbers of new users joining everyday, the slowdown will doubtfully have much of an effect on Facebook.

LF Business Conference, April 28 at Aquinas College

Ask 10 people to define the word “sustainable and you’ll get 10 very different definitions. Sustainability is critical to our planet, our communities and our businesses. But what does this word really mean? What is the role of business when it comes to sustainability? And how do we help “design a sustainable community here in Grand Rapids?” This 2nd Annual Local First conference addressed these topics with speakers and breakout sessions to over 100 participants.

Our very own Jack of All, Rob McCarty spoke about Creative Marketing Strategies with Pam Cortese (Grand Office Supply), James Berg (Essence Restaurant Group) and Danny Beckett (Spearia). Rob and James talked about The Green Well Cartel and the tremendous success of this creative marketing strategy. There’s still a chance to become a member of The Green Well Cartel II..