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NLEA Show-stopping Annual Event

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance  •  231-582-6482  •  info@northernlakes.net

Jessica Lovay, Office Manager/Grant Administrator

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (NLEA) brings the 2019 Annual Spring Event to center-stage! Be part of the largest gathering of local and state government officials, community and business leaders, area entrepreneurs, chamber members, educational leaders and everyone involved in the economic vitality of our region for networking and celebration. This year the event is Friday, May 17th at the beautiful Great Lakes Center for the Arts in Bay Harbor, from 11:00am-2:00pm.

We’re changing things up this year; you’ll enjoy the keynote speaker and special awards in the main auditorium first, followed by networking and roaming heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the state-of-the-art facility afterward.

This isn’t your average awards show. NLEA’s specialty is the element of surprise. Some of the unique elements of past events included a 250+ student marching band, jugglers, and local robotics teams shooting T-shirts into the crowd. Not only is there quality entertainment, but there is also no shortage of exciting and notable awards as well.

One coveted award is “Project of the Year.” Past recipients include Petoskey Plastics, Armor Express, Moran Iron Works, and even our location this year the Great Lakes Center for the Arts. This year another great project will join the ranks of these exceptional companies. Another award presented is “Maniac of the Year.” In classic NLEA fashion, we call this award “Maniac,” because it is presented to a group or individual that exemplifies positive and productive passion, energy, commitment, and results toward their goals. Past winners include Scott MacKenzie, Bill McDonough, the Manthei family and the community of East Jordan.

So what are you waiting for? Reserve your tickets today at www.nlea.eventbrite.com for this rip-roaring experience. Tickets are $20 per person.

Check out https://www.northernlakes.net/upcoming-events/2019-annual-spring-event/ for more details. We look forward to seeing you in May!

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