News
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Remembering an Alcona County Quilt Trail founder
Published on July 25, 2016
An avid quilter and the designer, painter and powerhouse behind Michigan’s first Quilt Trail recently passed away. -
Gearing up for the CEC Conference
Published on July 18, 2016
How to get the most out of the state-wide CEC Conference on Oct 5-6 in Port Huron, MI. -
Strategies for working with different generations
Published on July 18, 2016
Generational differences in the workplace mean less than we're told. -
Five levels of community partnerships
Published on July 18, 2016
This framework can help a community or organization assess what level of collaboration best meets their needs. -
A New Local Food Grocery Store Opens in Flint, Michigan
Published on July 12, 2016
A new local food grocery store and café opened in downtown Flint, Michigan to support residents in need of healthy food options. -
Tourism report discusses AirBnB impacts on online travel agencies and hotels
Published on July 12, 2016
The sharing economy is shaking up the travel market. -
Parting ways with employees on your farm
Published on July 7, 2016
It's not always easy to part ways with an employee. These steps will ensure you're prepared. -
Pro-active approach to economic development
Published on July 5, 2016
Joining forces with your local economic development team, state officials and other organizations to visit local target companies can help identify and resolve an obstacle before it is too late. -
Federal overtime rule - are you prepared?
Published on July 5, 2016
As a business owner, it is your responsibility to stay on top of changing business and labor rules, regulations and laws. -
Business owners looking to retire: Is your succession plan in place?
Published on June 28, 2016
Six steps to help create a “talent pool” based succession plan process.