Newsletter 
July 2021
Upcoming Meetings
Alliance Executive Committee Meeting
Tuesday, July 27
3:30 p.m.
Bay West
Alliance Board Meeting
Thursday, August 19
7:00 a.m.
Bay West
Featured Employer - MJ Electric

Our Featured Employer for July is M.J. Electric, Inc. For over 60 years, M. J. Electric has built long-standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to customer’s construction and maintenance needs. M. J. Electric, LLC invests in and fosters trusting relationships in order to safely deliver electric transmission, substation, distribution, renewable energy, power, industrial, and civil/foundation construction services that increase the security, reliability, and capacity of our nation’s infrastructure. Check out the full feature here.
Bay West Leadership Academy – Open for Applications
Registrations are open for the Bay West Leadership Academy Class of 2021-2022. The Bay West Leadership Academy (BWLA) brings together emerging leaders from the area to develop meaningful skills, grow a professional network, and become more aware of Dickinson County and how to get involved. Details at https://www.baycollege.edu/on-campus/bay-college-west/leadership-academy.php

Who should attend?
· Anyone interested in developing leadership skills and becoming involved in the community
· Emerging young talent
· Mid-level employees looking to advance their leadership skills
What is included?
· Eight workshops running September 2021 through April 2022. Each workshop is three hours in length centered on key learning outcomes
· A DiSC Assessment – personality profile
·  Seven community presentations on Dickinson County
· Eight lunches centered on discussion and building a professional network including a final alumni luncheon.
·  Admission to the 2021 Leadership Conference
·  A professional headshot with all rights to share and reuse

Timeline
· Deadline to apply (no payment due): July 29, 2021
· Final registration and payment must be completed prior to September 2, 2021
· Cost is $925/Person (payment due in September)
Pure Michigan Business Connect - DTE Energy Supplier Event for U.P. Businesses
In partnership with DTE Energy, Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) is hosting a virtual event providing Northern Michigan suppliers an opportunity to learn about how to do business with DTE. The event will include a webinar with an overview on becoming a supplier to DTE, followed by pre-scheduled one-on-one buyer-supplier meetings to discuss procurement opportunities.
DTE Energy is committed to utilizing a diverse supplier base, which includes businesses that are owned and operated by: Women, Minorities, Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, and members of the LGBT Business Community.

More details are available here, where you can register to attend the webinar and/or apply for pre-scheduled, one-on-one buyer-supplier meetings.

Please contact pmbc@michigan.org with any questions.
Michigan Manufacturing Awards – Call for Nominations
Nominations for the Michigan Manufacturing Awards are open until August 20. The MFG Excellence Awards program is an opportunity to recognize the leadership, innovative drive, and commitment to the community by nominating a deserving company for the 2021 MFG Excellence Awards in the following categories.
·        Michigan Manufacturer of the Year
·        MFG Innovation Excellence
·        MFG Community Impact
·        “Coolest Thing Made in Michigan” People’s Choice Award

Submit nominations at https://mimfg.org/. Self-nominations are encouraged. The deadline is 5:00 pm ET on Friday, August 20.
Loyal to Local News
A special thank you to our newest Loyal to Local participants. Welcome aboard!

We LOVE seeing LOVE Where You LIVE signs throughout the community! These signs, along with Loyal to Local decals, are available at many local businesses. Consumers are encouraged to show their support for buying local by picking up a sign to display in their yard or a decal for their vehicle. Please message us at loyaltolocal@daeda.org if you would like to receive these materials at your business location.
Mark Your Calendars! Alliance Investor Update – September 16

We are pleased to offer an in-person Investor Update on Thursday, September 16 at 7:30 am CT at Pine Mountain Resort in the Sitzmark Room. This update is for all Alliance Investors and anyone interested in learning more about the Alliance. Attendees will hear an update on the progress of the various task force groups and initiatives of the Alliance. Please join us! RSVP by email to info@daeda.org or contact Lois Ellis with any questions.
Come see us at FlivverFest!

The Alliance will have a booth at FlivverFest from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Saturday, July 31. We will be talking with alumni, providing updates on the positive changes in the area, and sharing information on available careers. There will be prizes and games for kids and adults. Look for us!
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