News

Pitch competitions: A new avenue to start-up funds

Published on November 9, 2016
Communities are finding creative ways to fund and run these dynamic competitions.
Smoking fish for commercial use

Published on November 7, 2016
Steps to take when smoking fish to reduce the risk of food safety problems.
Flexible work situations are not just for Millennials

Published on November 2, 2016
While the younger generation recognizes the benefits of self-directed work hours, Baby Boomers wanting to stay in the workforce also appreciate the change from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. a more unstructured work week.
Initial inspection of purchased fish is an important step producing seafood products

Published on November 2, 2016
The procurement process should include adequate inspection to ensure food safety.
Starting a home occupation can be quick and easy through minimized regulation

Published on October 31, 2016
A community can make starting a home occupation easy to do by minimizing regulation. Changing zoning to allow home occupations to automatically be part of a dwelling can help economic development.
Zoning approvals should be prompt

Published on October 24, 2016
A zoning decision should be prompt and without any undue delay. Incorporating deadlines for decisions into a zoning ordinance, or office policy, is a best practice.
Attention CEOs and executives: Feeling lonely at the top?

Published on October 19, 2016
Peer-to-peer networking opportunity is coming to northern Michigan with a roundtable event for CEOs of growing companies.
Looking to boost tourism revenue? Start with placemaking

Published on October 10, 2016
In the New Economy, placemaking must be part of an economic development strategy. For the tourism industry, businesses and communities can enhance the tourist experience through placemaking, which serves as a population attraction strategy.
Beer, hard cider and wines new to Making it in Michigan Marketplace Trade Show

Published on September 16, 2016
Michigan beer, hard cider, and wine producers are invited to exhibit at the MSU Product Center Making it in Michigan Trade Show for the first time ever.
Starting a Licensed Food Business sessions

Published on September 12, 2016
Starting a Licensed Food Business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality.