Fueling Business Growth & Community Prosperity in Northern Michigan

We drive economic development and resiliency in Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Cheboygan counties through direct support to businesses, local governments, and developers, and through data-driven policy and education efforts.

Strategic Priorities

Talent Retention & Attraction

Elevate regional opportunities and implement new initiatives to attract and retain talent.

Transformational Development

Advance infrastructure and development efforts that support the current and future diverse needs of our region’s workforce and employers.

Strategic Business Growth

Grow diverse and year-round economic opportunity through targeted business retention, growth, and attraction efforts.

Regional Resiliency

Lead a comprehensive economic development strategy that builds greater economic resiliency for the region.

News & Resources

Regional Business Outlook Event Explores Economic Trends and Industry Insights in Northern Michigan

Regional Business Outlook Event Explores Economic Trends and Industry Insights in Northern Michigan Bay Harbor,

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October Updates on Northern Michigan’s Economy

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Community Leaders and Developers Gather in East Jordan for Development Spotlight Event

Community Leaders and Developers Gather in East Jordan for Development Spotlight Event EAST JORDAN, MI

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Northern Lakes Economic Alliance Joins Statewide Coalition of Economic Development Leaders

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance Joins Statewide Coalition of Economic Development Leaders Boyne City, MI –

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