Providing resources for communities and entrepreneurs to create and retain jobs in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan & Emmet Counties.

Aug
29
Tue
Skilled Trades Training Fund Information Session @ University Center of Gaylord
Aug 29 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Learn about training dollars available for your company!

The Skilled Trades Training Fund (STTF) provides funding to companies for workforce training.

$30 million is available statewide.

At this session, learn about:

• The application process
• Types of training
• Grant requirements
• Funding parameters

More Details

Sep
14
Thu
M-119 Tunnel of Trees 2017 Corridor Update @ Readmond Township Hall
Sep 14 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO THIS SYMPOSIUM OF CURRENT INFORMATION REGARDING THE TUNNEL OF TREES

PROGRAM :
* M-119 TREE HEALTH ASSESSMENT
        Jim Malloy, MDOT Resource Analyst
* LITTLE TRAVERSE CONSERVANCY PRESERVE ADDITIONS
        Kieran Fleming, LTC Chief Operating Officer
* EROSION ISSUES/SOLUTIONS
        Jennifer Buchanan, Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council Watershed Projects Director
* TOWARDS ZERO DEATHS
        Garrett Dawe, MDOT Traffic and Safety Region Operations Engineer

2017 Corridor Update Event Flyer

Sep
21
Thu
Cyber Security Summit @ NMC University Center
Sep 21 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Networks Northwest’s Cyber Security Summit will address the following areas of concern and action for small business owners:

  • Cyber Security Best Practices
  • Protecting your company information
  • What to do if your company has been breached
  • Password best practices

and more…

Cyber-Security workshop 9.21.17

Nov
1
Wed
Invest Cheyboygan @ Cheboygan Opera House
Nov 1 @ 4:00 pm

Application deadline is October 18th.

Nov
8
Wed
How To Start a Business Workshop @ North Central Michigan College
Nov 8 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am

How To Start a Business Workshop, presented by SBDC and hosted by North Central Michigan College in Petoskey on November 8th (See flyer for details)
THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND, BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

How to Start a Business Workshop

Nov
20
Mon
Grand Event 2017 @ Beard's Brewery
Nov 20 @ 5:30 pm
Mar
10
Sat
Northern Michigan’s largest Hiring Event @ The Ellison Place
Mar 10 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This premier Hiring Event provides you with the opportunity to hire candidates throughout Michigan. All these opportunities under one roof, one location, one day! Industries include but not limited to – Healthcare, Technology, Manufacturing, Retail, Hospitality, Agriculture, and others;

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Summer Position
  • Apprenticeships / Internships

Early Bird registration available until January 12, 2018 for $300

Regular registration after January 12, 2018 will be $350

Sign up on-line at

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northern-michigan-regional-hiring-event-2018-registration-40841430819

Or use our registration form.

Free for candidates / individuals to attend!
Booth payment covers a 10’X10′ space, plus an 8′ table, two chairs, electric and Wi-Fi.
This event is intended for all northern Michigan businesses covering the Upper Peninsula and all lower northern Michigan. 
And, we want to attract people from all over Michigan to come and learn (and possibly be hired) about working in northern Michigan!
This event will be at the Ellison Place in Gaylord, Michigan.

But wait… there’s more!
This event will be promoted through an extensive marketing initiative to include print, digital / social media, radio, colleges and universities, high schools, and other channels.

  • While there are so many more details to come, it’s important that you RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW! Our event space is limited… and you KNOW you don’t want to miss out.

May
11
Fri
2018 Annual Luncheon @ Boyne Mountain Resort
May 11 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Tickets are $25 for an individual and $200 for a table of 8. Purchase tickets now through April 11 to get special early bird rates: individual tickets at $20 and $160 for a table of 8!

The NLEA is excited to present this year’s Annual Luncheon at Boyne Mountain Resort in the Matterhorn Room (Civic Center). This state of the art facility will play host to our gathering of over 500 of our closest friends and colleagues from across the state and region for the celebration and recognition of economic development projects and people in Northwest Michigan.

Join other business, community and government leaders involved in the economic vitality of our area for an exciting afternoon luncheon at Boyne Mountain Resort. Don’t miss the keynote speaker, live entertainment, prestigious awards, special recognitions and plated lunch. Reserve your tickets or table today.

Aug
28
Tue
Lending Forum @ NLEA Office
Aug 28 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Learn about commercial and residential lending programs from Alan Anderson, Commercial Loan Specialist of USDA Rural Development. Hosted by Northern Lakes Economic Alliance and USDA Rural Development for local lenders at NLEA / Char-Em ISD Office: 1313 Boyne Avenue, Boyne City.

 

Oct
24
Wed
Emmet Entrepreneur Challenge @ Lyric Theatre
Oct 24 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance presents the Emmet Entrepreneur Challenge Business Model Competition. All Emmet County entrepreneurs and new business owners of two years or less, pitch your business plan for a chance at a share of $15,000 in startup funds! Public is invited to watch entrepreneurs vie for seed dollars to launch their business idea. Network with community leaders and growth supporters at this great night of entrpreneurship!

This event is free to attend, however a suggested donation at the door of $5 is encouraged to support funds for the people’s choice award.

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