News
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The truth about government grants for your new business
Published on August 29, 2016
Hint: There is no free money. Many people have misconceptions about government grants available for start-up companies. Read more to get your facts straight. -
“Hot jobs” in northern Michigan
Published on August 16, 2016
Northern Lakes Economic Alliance and partners completed a project highlighting “hot jobs” in northern Michigan. -
Cash flow management: Planning for a safe and steady course
Published on August 16, 2016
Proper attention to the flow of cash in business will reduce the chance of crashing on the rocky shoals of financial embarrassment. -
Am I ready for a kitchen incubator?
Published on August 15, 2016
Things to consider before working in a kitchen incubator. -
Replacing junk food at checkout lines
Published on August 12, 2016
Stores are beginning to rethink product mix at checkout lines to include more healthy options. -
Winery owners are living the dream
Published on August 10, 2016
First came the vision. Then Petoskey Farms Vineyard & Winery was established in 2014. -
Entrepreneurship growth rate slows
Published on August 8, 2016
For the first time in four years, entrepreneurial activity declined in 2015. -
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. -
New testing lab seeks to serve malting barley producers and processors in reemerging markets
Published on July 14, 2016
As popularity grows for locally sourced grain for craft beer, quality remains a top priority.