The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance in partnership with Networks Northwest invites all DDA members throughout the Northwest Region to join together in a discussion of topics important to downtown success. Following are details for the upcoming meeting.
Please RSVP to jess@northernlakes.net or call 231-582-6482 to reserve your spot as space is limited!
Agenda:
- Presentation on Commercial Redevelopment Incentives
- Group Discussion Topic: Marketing Your Downtown
- Community Updates
- Walk-through of the Cannonball Development in downtown
East Jordan, home of Blue Smoke, Northern Michigan’s Newest Restaurant.
Speaker:
Sara Christensen, Community Development Director for Northern Lakes Economic Alliance will present information on how downtown building owners and local units of government can work together to use commercial redevelopment incentives as a tool for downtown revitalization.
Discussion:
Group discussion will focus on best practices for marketing your downtown. Where should marketing efforts be focused? How can we attract new businesses and keep them? And how can we highlight our downtowns to help them thrive? Share your ideas and best practices and get answers from fellow participants.
Where?
East Jordan City Hall
201 Main Street
East Jordan, MI 49727
When?
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (followed by optional lunch at Blue Smoke, Northern Michigan’s newest restaurant!)
RSVP
Email: jess@northernlakes.net or
call Northern Lakes Economic Alliance
231-582-6482
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In anticipation of Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) Certification and future competitive funding rounds, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is hosting Capital Improvement Training’s for community representatives. The content to be featured was developed by the Michigan Associate of Planning (MAP).
Are you familiar with the Planning Enabling Act and what it says about the Community Improvement Program? Do you know what should be included in your plan and how often it should be updated? Join Jill Bahm and Mike Kozak with Giffels Webster to learn everything you need to know to prepare and adopt a community improvement program,including: who should be involved, the accounting and budgetary requirements; how to tie the program into your infrastructure; and how to handle the tough questions. This event is free of charge and will take place at the MEDC Headquarters in Lansing, Michigan. Two sessions will be offered: January 31 and February 21 both from 1:00pm – 4:00 pm. |
REGISTER EARLY!
There is no charge for this class, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!
What does it take to become a successful government contractor?
What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market?
If your company has been considering the field of government contracting, this FREE class will give you the insight you need.
Did you know the federal government purchases more than $518 billion of goods and services a year, and the State of Michigan utilizes over 950 multi-year contracts worth billions of dollars?
Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process.
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In anticipation of Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) Certification and future competitive funding rounds, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is hosting Capital Improvement Training’s for community representatives. The content to be featured was developed by the Michigan Associate of Planning (MAP).
Are you familiar with the Planning Enabling Act and what it says about the Community Improvement Program? Do you know what should be included in your plan and how often it should be updated? Join Jill Bahm and Mike Kozak with Giffels Webster to learn everything you need to know to prepare and adopt a community improvement program,including: who should be involved, the accounting and budgetary requirements; how to tie the program into your infrastructure; and how to handle the tough questions. This event is free of charge and will take place at the MEDC Headquarters in Lansing, Michigan. Two sessions will be offered: January 31 and February 21 both from 1:00pm – 4:00 pm. |
Please plan to join us Feb. 22 for a program featuring our MAT2 program and opportunities for involvement. We will be featuring presentations from the Talent Investment Agency, Networks Northwest, and industry partners and their students, followed by tours of our mechatronics lab.
Starting a Business Workshop – Petoskey
9:00 am – 11:30 am
The Starting a Business Workshop is intended for individuals in the beginning stages of starting a business, in need of accessing capital, or simply considering self-employment. Delivered in a workshop format, this introductory session helps aspiring entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company, as well as evaluate market and sales potential for their products/services. Start-up costs, financing options, and business planning are introduced, along with necessary steps to getting started. This workshop is held in partnership with North Central Michigan College, features instruction by SBDC Business Consultant Kathleen Bagley, and is a pre-requisite to meeting with a SBDC consultant one-on-one. There is no cost to attend; however, pre-registration is required. The workshop is being held at North Central Michigan College, 1515 Howard Street, Petoskey, MI 49770. For more information, contact the SBDC at sbdc@networksnorthwest.org or (231) 922-3780. Register online.
Attracting Talent
This symposium will focus on how to attract entry level employees, as well as other positions, in a very tight candidate market.
For details and to reserve a spot call 231-348-6613 or email ccefaq@ncmich.edu
Using your financial statements to better manage your business.
The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance in partnership with Networks Northwest invites all DDA members throughout the Northwest Region to join together in a discussion of topics important to downtown success. Following are details for the upcoming meeting.
Please RSVP to jess@northernlakes.net or call 231-582-6482 to reserve your spot as space is limited!
Agenda:
- Presentation: Local Facade Improvement Grant Program
- Group Discussion: How do you utilize your MIWORKS! Business Liaison?
- Roundtable Community Updates
- Optional lunch at Hoppies Landing Restaurant (inside the Pellston Regional Airport)
Northwest Michigan Local Government Summit
An educational and peer-to-peer networking opportunity for local government staff and officials.
Session topics include:
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Legislative update from the Governor’s Office
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Intergovernmental Agreements
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Broadband Connectivity
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Communications and Marketing Plans
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Financial Modeling & Other Financial Management Techniques
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Creating Housing Options
And more!
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COST: $40 |
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REGISTRATION: Click here to register online -OR- go to http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=erzvsoiab&oeidk=a07edqncgr74e07875d. Registration is open through March 30. |
