Providing resources for communities and entrepreneurs to create and retain jobs in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan & Emmet Counties.
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, community… read more
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
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
NLIA Agriculture Award Recipients
December 14, 2021
On December 8, 2021 NLEA held a Northern Lakes Innovation Alliance (NLIA) event focused on the Agriculture Industry. At each NLIA event innovators in various industries pitch their start-up or growth idea for a chance to receive grant funding.… read more
Great Lakes Energy helps Oceana County grower with $3.65 million expansion project
December 8, 2021
MEARS – Great Lakes Energy recently helped an Oceana County agricultural business secure a $900,000 zero-interest loan to help finance a $3.65 million expansion project that will benefit not only the business but also the surrounding… read more
Hiring: Business Development Director
December 8, 2021
Business Development Director, Northern Lakes Economic Alliance
Job TypeFull-time Full Job Description Founded in 1984, The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (NLEA) is Northern Michigan’s regional economic development… read more
