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Are you growing switchgrass or miscanthus?

Published on May 20, 2016
Markets for perennial grasses are expected to grow.
Are you taking full advantage of business resources in your area?

Published on May 10, 2016
Northern Michigan offers ten Business Resource Centers packed full of useful information for entrepreneurs.
MSU Product Center Start-up to Watch awardees: Where are they now? Part 2

Published on April 26, 2016
2012 Start-up to Watch Awardee, Easy Artisan Bread Mix, goes head to head with national brand pizza mixes.
Communication across generations – Part 3: A good coach can help if you are willing to learn

Published on April 15, 2016
Taking advantage of a mentor or coach in the workplace from a different generation can benefit you.
Tipping your servers: abolish the practice or embrace it?

Published on April 14, 2016
Questions about servers and tipping are answered to assist in determining one’s attitude about the controversy.
Communication across generations – Part 2: Different generations have different values

Published on April 1, 2016
What values do generations hold? How can we make them work for us in the workplace? Understanding the values can play to your advantage.
Cottage Food Law classes teach regulations and marketing

Published on April 1, 2016
The two hour workshop not only covers the regulations around producing under Michigan’s Cottage Food Law but covers items related to food safety and business aspects such as marketing your product.
Video conferencing: Wave of the future or another invasive technology

Published on April 1, 2016
How live video is playing an increasing role in everyday lives.
Placemaking for tourism - How to attract new visitors and talent to your region

Published on March 23, 2016
A two-part webinar highlighting placemaking as an economic development strategy, detailing Michigan's tourism economy and providing strategies to enhance tourist experiences through placemaking.
Five questions every “want to be” entrepreneur should be asking

Published on March 22, 2016
If you have been thinking about starting a business there are five questions you should be asking yourself first. The answers will help you determine whether you are ready to move forward with your idea or not.