Located in Western Michigan, Kent County is the fourth largest population center in Michigan. Covering 864 square miles, the County is home to 604,142 people. Grand Rapids is known for being the home of the 38th President of the United States, Gerald R. Ford. The Gerald R. Ford Museum is located in the City of Grand Rapids and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located within the County.   The award-winning 12,000 seat Van Andel Arena, located in Grand Rapids, is home to the Griffins hockey team. Aquinas College, Calvin College, Cornerstone University, Grand Valley State University, Ferris State University, Davenport University, Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University, and Western Michigan University have campuses located within the County.

Major employers include Spectrum Health, Meijer Incorporated, Steelcase Incorporated, Alticor Incorporated and Spartan Stores. It is also the home of the Frederik Meijer Gardens, a significant cultural landmark of the Midwest.

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