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

Jan
11
Wed
Referral Magic: How to Supercharge Your Sales and Profits in 2017 @ North Central Michigan College
Jan 11 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

LET US HELP YOU MEET YOUR 2017 SALES GOALS:
Do you have lofty sales goals for 2017?  Let us help you blow those goals away!  The East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a seminar event on Jan. 11th titled, “Referral Magic:  How to Supercharge Your Sales and Profits in 2017.”  The presenter is nationally acclaimed speaker and author Tony Rubleski who has more than 20-years of experience in helping individuals exceed their goals.  Tony will be making his return to Northern Michigan on Wed. Jan. 11th at North Central Michigan College in Petoskey.  The seminar will run from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. in the college’s Library Conference Center.  The cost to attend is just $75/person.  For those who wish to send four or more from their sales department, there will be a discounted rate at $60/person.  Those who attend the seminar will learn:

  • Effective ways to connect and engage at a deep level with current clients
  • Lessons from the top sales people in the world and what they do differently
  • The three big things you must know about the customer of today
  • Proven ways to generate more referrals and repeat business

Pre-registration for the seminar is required as a sell-out is anticipated.  To register, contact the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce at 231-347-4150, or register on-line at www.petoskeychamber.com.

Jan
12
Thu
MEDC Community Development Overview @ City of Petoskey-Council Chambers
Jan 12 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Please join the MEDC to discuss the strategic direction for Community Development.  Dan Leonard, Senior Community Assistance Team (CATeam) Specialist and Sarah Rainero, Regional CATeam Director will be present to review strategy and answer any questions.

Where: City of Petoskey – Council Chambers
Time: January 12th, 2017 @ 10:00 am

Please RSVP by 1/9/2017 to Dan Leonard via email @ leonardd6@michigan.org

Jan
13
Fri
Luncheon Lecture with NCMC – Great Lakes Center for the Arts @ North Central Michigan College
Jan 13 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

North Central Michigan College presents Luncheon Lectures at the Library Conference Center (unless otherwise noted) on the Petoskey campus. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.  Lecture begins at 12:15 p.m.  Cost is $10 and includes lunch. Reservations are required.  Please call 231-348-6600 or luncheonlectures@ncmich.edu

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Jan
17
Tue
Writing a Business Plan-SBDC Online Workshop
Jan 17 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Writing a Business Plan – Online only

Topic: Business Plan
Tuesday, January 17, 2017 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Online

“Writing a Business Plan” is designed for individuals who want to increase their chances for self-employment success, this course covers business planning in detail. Specifics of marketing, finance, legal, regulatory issues, operations, information based planning and management are key components of this workshop. The first steps for creating a business plan draft will be included. Live examples of effective business plans are used as course material.
“Writing a Business Plan” is designed for individuals who want to increase their chances for self-employment success, this course covers business planning in detail. Specifics of marketing, finance, legal, regulatory issues, operations, information based planning and management are key components of this workshop. The first steps for creating a business plan draft will be included. Live examples of effective business plans are used as course material.

Speaker(s): MI-SBDC Staff

Fee: Free

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Jan
23
Mon
Financial Management- SBDC Online Workshop
Jan 23 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Financial Management – Online Only

Topic: Financial and Accounting
Monday, January 23, 2017 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Online

“Financial Management” introduces basic accounting concepts and how to apply financial information that helps small business owners manage a business more effectively. Key documents including Cash flow Statement, Profit & Loss, and Balance Sheet are explained, using specific small business examples. The course is designed to help entrepreneurs understand accounting principles and financial statements, and work more effectively with the accounting team.

Speaker(s): MI-SBDC Staff

Advance, separate registration and payment by each individual attending is required.

Fee: Free

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Jan
24
Tue
2017 DNR Recreation Grant Workshop @ Carl T. Johnson
Jan 24 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

2017 DNR RECREATION GRANT WORKSHOPS

Grants Management Section, Finance and Operations Division

MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND PROGRAM

LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND PROGRAM

RECREATION PASSPORT GRANT PROGRAM

INVASIVE SPECIES GRANT PROGRAM

 

No pre-registration is necessary and there is no cost for the workshops.

Call 517-284-7268 for information

Jan
26
Thu
DDA Forum @ East Jordan City Hall
Jan 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance in partnership with Networks Northwest invites all DDA members throughout the Northwest Region to join together in a discussion of topics important to downtown success. Following are details for the upcoming meeting.

Please RSVP to jess@northernlakes.net  or call 231-582-6482 to reserve your spot as space is limited!

Agenda:

  • Presentation on Commercial Redevelopment Incentives
  • Group Discussion Topic: Marketing Your Downtown
  • Community Updates
  • Walk-through of the Cannonball Development in downtown
    East Jordan, home of Blue Smoke, Northern Michigan’s Newest Restaurant.

Speaker:

Sara Christensen, Community Development Director for Northern Lakes Economic Alliance will present information on how downtown building owners and local units of government can work together to use commercial redevelopment incentives as a tool for downtown revitalization.

Discussion:
 
Group discussion will focus on best practices for marketing your downtown. Where should marketing efforts be focused? How can we attract new businesses and keep them? And how can we highlight our downtowns to help them thrive? Share your ideas and best practices and get answers from fellow participants.
 
Where?
East Jordan City Hall
201 Main Street
East Jordan, MI 49727

When?
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (followed by optional lunch at Blue Smoke, Northern Michigan’s newest restaurant!)

RSVP
Email: jess@northernlakes.net or
call Northern Lakes Economic Alliance
231-582-6482

Jan
31
Tue
Capital Improvements Plan Training @ Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Jan 31 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
In anticipation of Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) Certification and future competitive funding rounds, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is hosting Capital Improvement Training’s for community representatives. The content to be featured was developed by the Michigan Associate of Planning (MAP).

Are you familiar with the Planning Enabling Act and what it says about the Community Improvement Program? Do you know what should be included in your plan and how often it should be updated? Join Jill Bahm and Mike Kozak with Giffels Webster to learn everything you need to know to prepare and adopt a community improvement program,including: who should be involved, the accounting and budgetary requirements; how to tie the program into your infrastructure; and how to handle the tough questions.

This event is free of charge and will take place at the MEDC Headquarters in Lansing, Michigan. Two sessions will be offered: January 31 and February 21 both from 1:00pm – 4:00 pm.

 

Feb
8
Wed
How to Become a Government Contractor @ Onaway Michigan Works
Feb 8 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

REGISTER EARLY!
There is no charge for this class, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

What does it take to become a successful government contractor?

What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market?

If your company has been considering the field of government contracting, this FREE class will give you the insight you need.

Did you know the federal government purchases more than $518 billion of goods and services a year, and the State of Michigan utilizes over 950 multi-year contracts worth billions of dollars?

Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process.

Feb
21
Tue
Capital Improvements Plan Training @ Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Feb 21 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
In anticipation of Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) Certification and future competitive funding rounds, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is hosting Capital Improvement Training’s for community representatives. The content to be featured was developed by the Michigan Associate of Planning (MAP).

Are you familiar with the Planning Enabling Act and what it says about the Community Improvement Program? Do you know what should be included in your plan and how often it should be updated? Join Jill Bahm and Mike Kozak with Giffels Webster to learn everything you need to know to prepare and adopt a community improvement program,including: who should be involved, the accounting and budgetary requirements; how to tie the program into your infrastructure; and how to handle the tough questions.

This event is free of charge and will take place at the MEDC Headquarters in Lansing, Michigan. Two sessions will be offered: January 31 and February 21 both from 1:00pm – 4:00 pm.

 

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