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The Craft Beverage Industry: Riding the Wave

April 13, 2022

Bureau of Labor Statistics data reveals that the local craft beverage industry is outpacing national growth. 


By: Sam Bailey, NLEA Strategic Initiatives Manager Locals and visitors alike are familiar with the wave of breweries, wineries,… read more

NLEA March Newsletter

March 28, 2022

The Outdoor Recreation Industry: More Than the Last Dollar

March 17, 2022

Explore the evolving definition of the outdoor recreation industry and how the producers of outdoor recreation products can postively impact the region.


By: Sam Bailey, Strategic Initiatives Manager A driving force in the Northern Lowerread more

Northern Lakes Economic Symposium & Showcase

March 16, 2022

Join in the local economic and community development discussion with regional and state leaders.  The inaugural Northern Lakes Economic Symposium & Annual Showcase is a forum for local and state government officials, communityread more

February 2022 Newsletter

February 22, 2022

Housing Readiness

February 15, 2022

Andrea Jacobs Contributed by: Andrea Jacobs, Emmet County Housing Ready Program Director Crisis. Problem. Barriers. We are all facing the same picture. We, in Northern Michigan, are having similar conversations in economics, housing,… read more

January 2022 News – Meet “Blue Economy”

January 26, 2022

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The Blue Economy: The Past, Present, and a Potential Future

January 19, 2022

Freshwater is central to the culture, history, and economy of the region. Explore state and local data that quantifies its economic impact.


By: Sam Bailey, Strategic Initiatives Manager

What is a Blue Economy?

The lakes and rivers of Antrim,… read more

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