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• The art and science of naming your business

  Published on April 2, 2015
  Protecting your business’ name is as important as selecting the name itself.

• Michigan’s Annual Tourism Conference announces impressive tourism numbers

  Published on April 1, 2015
  The Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism hosted its annual conference and reported “214,333 jobs are directly supported by visitors to Michigan,” and has outpaced all other industries in Michigan for job growth.

• As Americans scan their food choices, will they choose to purchase organic?

  Published on March 29, 2015
  Millennials and households with children are the highest consumers of organic foods. Their interest, convenience and price lead to mass retailers and unconventional food retailers as the primary purchase locations.

• Power poses: You can gain confidence too!

  Published on March 25, 2015
  Are you a superhero? Probably not, but what makes a hero so super? Confidence! Learn about superhero power poses and how you can gain confidence in just two minutes!

• Grass finished beef marketing update

  Published on March 20, 2015
  The grass fed beef industry is a growing industry and many producers are searching for information on current market prices. This article will shed some light on sources of information for the grass-fed beef producer.

• Small-scale vegetable production workshops offered in Flint and Novi

  Published on March 12, 2015
  Pilot program develops curriculum aimed at small scale vegetable producers in urban communities. These programs will provide a comprehensive look at vegetable production to hone current skills, develop new strategies and better understand pests.

• Local Food Summit allows people to express their Food Love

  Published on March 11, 2015
  Gathering was held day after Valentine’s Day, which provided the opportunity for local food lovers to gather on the University of Michigan campus to learn and share their enthusiasm.

• Control your career through professional development

  Published on March 10, 2015
  Professional development is an ongoing process that will help you control your own career and benefit your employer.

• Packaging and labeling trends for beverages

  Published on March 10, 2015
  Packaging and labeling of beverages is important to consumers. Learn more about current trends and what is important to Baby Boomers, the Swing Generation and parents.

• Small Business Association offers a business readiness tool

  Published on March 10, 2015
  One for the money…two for the show…three to get ready…Use this tool to GO!