Our values are what guide the heart of JSJ. Started by our founders, these four basic principles model our work and relationships with our customers and partners, employees, and community.
Our values are what guide the heart of JSJ. Started by our founders, these four basic principles model our work and relationships with our customers and partners, employees, and community.
We’ve invested millions in programs and education, humanities and arts, health, the environment, and human and social service programs through the JSJ Foundation, which was created in 1983. One of our core values is stewarding our legacy, or giving back to the community that has generously supported us throughout the years.
We have a great deal of experience in developing our businesses and building true partnerships, with the future always in our foresight. JSJ is a joint venture from Alvin E. Jacobson, Sr., Paul A. Johnson, and B.P. Sherwood, who rebuilt Grand Haven Brass Foundry after a fire in 1919 and officially formed JSJ in 1970. From a small beginning in Grand Haven to a global presence as a growth firm, we’ve stayed true to our values and roots.
Our businesses represent manufacturing, distribution, and service companies with a passion for problem solving on a global level. Each company is unique, but all hold the same values as JSJ.
We’re headquartered in Grand Haven, Michigan and Tianjin, China, and our portfolio of businesses call many locations throughout the U.S. and world home.
GHSP is moving its headquarters and validation labs from its current location in Grand Haven, to the Holland Technical Center at South Waverly Road and East 32nd Street. GHSP will continue to run its manufacturing facility in Grand Haven. Check out the recent MiBiz article.
GHSP announced it was named a “GM Supplier of the Year” by General Motors during the company’s 27th annual Supplier of the Year awards ceremony held Wednesday, May 15, in Detroit. The award recognizes companies for outstanding innovation, quality and performance, and is a testament to GHSP’s continued ability to deliver high quality, innovative and industry-leading electronic control technology.
“Thank you to our valued long-term customer GM for recognizing us with this prestigious award,” said Keith Mulder, GHSP Vice President of Sales. “This recognition is an important validation of our team’s commitment to excellence and continuous innovation, and is a direct result of the strong and
For the past century, JSJ has been dedicated to giving back to local communities. To honor that legacy of community giving, we partnered with our portfolio companies to donate to local organizations as a part of our 100th anniversary celebration. Yesterday, we had the opportunity to spend time with many of these organizations at a luncheon we hosted to present the gifts to beneficiaries in West Michigan.
Hudson Technologies, donates $15,000 to ME STRONG, a local non-profit aiming to help Central Floridians battling cancer.
“When we were thinking about which local organization to support, we knew we wanted to choose one that made a significant difference in the lives of people in our community. ME STRONG has had such a profound impact on so many Floridians and their families. It’s an honor to do our part to assist this wonderful organization.” said Bret Schmitz, President to Hudson Technologies.
A century. That's how far the family-owned JSJ Corporation reaches back in time. The company has survived fire, famine and fate to become a player in the global economy, with its leaders never forgetting its roots.