MSU Extension Business Development

News

• Social entrepreneurs can form a legal business structure in Michigan

  Published on December 5, 2014
  Social programs no longer need to organize as a not-for-profit.

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  Charter fishing draws tourists to Saugatuck

  Published on December 5, 2014
  Lake Michigan charter fishing is a big attraction in the small community of Saugatuck, but changes to the lake’s ecosystem make for an uncertain future.

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  Food trucks, popular pop-up businesses are gaining traction

  Published on December 4, 2014
  These pop-up mobile kitchens entice people into the streets of downtown areas and can be used to entice customers into traditional retail/brick-and-mortar establishments.

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  Is pop-up business retail here to stay?

  Published on December 4, 2014
  Once overlooked economic development strategies for rural and urban community gain serious traction.

• Use Google Alerts to monitor your business

  Published on December 1, 2014
  Ever wonder what others say about you or your business? Consider using Google Alerts to find out.

• Does conflict ever feel smooth?

  Published on November 28, 2014
  Learning how to manage conflict can reduce employer costs and increase employee satisfaction – conflict training can make conflict situations less intimidating.

• Embracing distance workers via technology to increase productivity

  Published on November 21, 2014
  Working at home, at first blush seems a contradiction, but there are many benefits for the employee and the employer.

• Can giving your downtown building a face lift qualify your business for a liquor license?

  Published on November 19, 2014
  Legislation passed earlier this year qualifies more communities to take advantage of the Redevelopment Liquor License.

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  So you want to bring a new plant to market? Part 1

  Published on November 19, 2014
  Plant breeders interested in bringing novel new plant varieties to the market will need to go through many steps.

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  So you want to bring a new plant to market? Part 2

  Published on November 19, 2014
  Plant breeders should develop a strategy to protect their intellectual property. Know the differences between types of licensing, trademarks and patents.