Providing resources for communities and entrepreneurs to create and retain jobs in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan & Emmet Counties.

Aug
11
Thu
Starting a Business-SBDC @ North Central Michigan College
Aug 11 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

Individuals in the beginning stages of starting a business, in need of accessing capital, or simply considering self-employment, will have the opportunity to attend a Starting a Business workshop Thursday, August 11 in Petoskey. The workshop is being offered by the Northwest Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in partnership with North Central Michigan College, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Room 536 of the North Central Student and Community Resource Center, 1515 Howard Street. The workshop will be facilitated by SBDC Small Business Consultant Kathleen Bagley. This comprehensive workshop also incorporates the SBDC’s fundamental Writing a Business Plan workshop and covers topics such as determining concept feasibility, startup costs, financing options, the basics of business planning, along with other necessary resources to launch. There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required by contacting the SBDC at 231-922-3780. Online registration is also available.

Meet and Greet with NLEA Staff @ The Pavilion at Veteran's Park
Aug 11 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

We’re coming to you with free lunch!

Come enjoy lunch, meet NLEA’s newest staff members and learn how we facilitate economic development projects in your county.

Aug
17
Wed
Meet and Greet with NLEA Staff @ Festival Place, Bayfront Park
Aug 17 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

We’re coming to you with free lunch!

Come enjoy lunch, meet NLEA’s newest staff members and learn how we facilitate economic development projects in your county.

Aug
18
Thu
Learn about Funding for Workforce Training @ North Central Michigan College Library Conference Center
Aug 18 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Michigan’s Skilled Trades Training Fund (STTF) provides funds to companies to increase the skills of existing workers and to prepare new hires to enter the workforce.  

Since 2013, North Central’s Corporate and Community Education (CCE) has worked with dozens of area businesses, training nearly 1,000 workers in manufacturing, health care, agriculture, hospitality and other occupations. This year, we look forward to helping our regional businesses improve their workforce and grow their business.  

In August, the college will host presentations by Networks Northwest, the Northeast Michigan Consortium, and Eastern Upper Peninsula Michigan Works to explain the 2016-2017 Skilled Trades program.  Please join us and learn how your business can benefit from this great opportunity.  The Skilled Trades Training Fund Information sessions will be held:

Thursday, August 18, 2 – 4 p.m.
North Central Michigan College Library Conference Center
1515 Howard Street
Petoskey

Monday, August 22, 9 – 11 a.m.
Straits Area Education Center  
504 Division Street
Cheboygan

Thursday, August 25, 2 – 4 p.m.
University Center  
80 Livingston Blvd.
Gaylord

RSVP to 231-348-6613 or email:  jtisdel@ncmich.edu or hleithauser@ncmich.edu.

Aug
22
Mon
Learn about Funding for Workforce Training @ Straits Area Education Center
Aug 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Michigan’s Skilled Trades Training Fund (STTF) provides funds to companies to increase the skills of existing workers and to prepare new hires to enter the workforce.  

Since 2013, North Central’s Corporate and Community Education (CCE) has worked with dozens of area businesses, training nearly 1,000 workers in manufacturing, health care, agriculture, hospitality and other occupations. This year, we look forward to helping our regional businesses improve their workforce and grow their business.  

In August, the college will host presentations by Networks Northwest, the Northeast Michigan Consortium, and Eastern Upper Peninsula Michigan Works to explain the 2016-2017 Skilled Trades program.  Please join us and learn how your business can benefit from this great opportunity.  The Skilled Trades Training Fund Information sessions will be held:

Thursday, August 18, 2 – 4 p.m.
North Central Michigan College Library Conference Center
1515 Howard Street
Petoskey

Monday, August 22, 9 – 11 a.m.
Straits Area Education Center  
504 Division Street
Cheboygan

Thursday, August 25, 2 – 4 p.m.
University Center  
80 Livingston Blvd.
Gaylord

RSVP to 231-348-6613 or email:  jtisdel@ncmich.edu or hleithauser@ncmich.edu.

Aug
23
Tue
Meet and Greet with NLEA Staff @ Festival Square
Aug 23 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

We’re coming to you with free lunch!

Come enjoy lunch, meet NLEA’s newest staff members and learn how we facilitate economic development projects in your county.

Aug
25
Thu
Learn about Funding for Workforce Training @ University Center
Aug 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Michigan’s Skilled Trades Training Fund (STTF) provides funds to companies to increase the skills of existing workers and to prepare new hires to enter the workforce.  

Since 2013, North Central’s Corporate and Community Education (CCE) has worked with dozens of area businesses, training nearly 1,000 workers in manufacturing, health care, agriculture, hospitality and other occupations. This year, we look forward to helping our regional businesses improve their workforce and grow their business.  

In August, the college will host presentations by Networks Northwest, the Northeast Michigan Consortium, and Eastern Upper Peninsula Michigan Works to explain the 2016-2017 Skilled Trades program.  Please join us and learn how your business can benefit from this great opportunity.  The Skilled Trades Training Fund Information sessions will be held:

Thursday, August 18, 2 – 4 p.m.
North Central Michigan College Library Conference Center
1515 Howard Street
Petoskey

Monday, August 22, 9 – 11 a.m.
Straits Area Education Center  
504 Division Street
Cheboygan

Thursday, August 25, 2 – 4 p.m.
University Center  
80 Livingston Blvd.
Gaylord

RSVP to 231-348-6613 or email:  jtisdel@ncmich.edu or hleithauser@ncmich.edu.

Sep
15
Thu
Northern Michigan Buyer’s Summit @ Lakeside Resort & Conference Center
Sep 15 all-day

Pure Michigan Business Connect, in partnership with Michigan Works! Upward Talent Council, Northern Lakes Economic Alliance, Northwest Council of Michigan Governments, Northeast Council of Michigan Governments, and Roscommon County, will be hosting the Northern Michigan Buyer’s Summit on September 15th in Houghton Lake, Michigan at the Lakeside Resort & Conference Center. This invitation-only matchmaking initiative will match qualified Michigan suppliers to a variety of buyers (listed below) from a variety of industries to attempt to fill procurement gaps. To be considered for an opportunity to attend the summit, please fill out the application by August 21st, 2016, to apply click here.

Sep
20
Tue
Doing Business with Camp Grayling and the USDA Forest Service @ University Center
Sep 20 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm

At this workshop you will hear from contracting officials about how to do business with their agencies. After the presentations at roundtable sessions, you will have the opportunity to meet with these contracting officials to discuss your company’s capabilities.

In addition, you will hear from a Small Business Administration (SBA) representative on various Socio-Economic program certifications and how they can help your company in the pursuit of government contracts. Check out the flyer below for more information.

NE MI PTAC Workshop

Sep
22
Thu
2016 Flint Matchmaking Summit @ Riverfront Banquet Center
Sep 22 all-day

Pure Michigan Business Connect, in partnership with the Flint and Genesee Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Association of Michigan will be hosting the 2016 Flint Matchmaking Summit on September 22nd in Flint, Michigan at the Riverfront Banquet Center. This invitation-only matchmaking initiative will match qualified Michigan suppliers to a variety of buyers from a variety of industries to attempt to fill procurement gaps. Anything from apples to furniture to marketing assistance. To be considered for an opportunity to attend the summit, please complete the application by August 22nd, 2016. Click here for details.  

 

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