Alliance News

Newsletter

March 2024

Upcoming Meetings

Alliance Executive Committee

Thursday, April 4

3:30 PM CT

Bay College - Iron Mountain Campus

Room 244

Alliance Board of Directors Meeting

Thursday, April 18

8:00 AM CT

Bay College - Iron Mountain Campus

Room 244

Mindy's Hello

I am grateful to have the opportunity to work for the Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance. With years of experience cultivating relationships within the Dickinson County community and beyond and a strong foundation in community advocacy, I am eager to contribute my skills and expertise to further the mission of The Alliance. I am so pleased to work as the Executive Director of the DAEDA, and I look forward to continuing to build upon the impactful work of Lois Ellis.

Alliance Hosts Annual Meeting

Thank you to all who attended the 2024 Alliance Annual Meeting on March 21. The gathering provided time to network, a review of The Alliance's actions in 2023, and a preview of what to expect in 2024.

The Annual Report is now available on the website. Printed copies are available by request.

CTE Grad Recognition

In April, The Alliance will once again recognize local high school graduates pursuing careers in manufacturing and technical occupations upon graduation. The social media campaign asks for student nominations from parents, teachers, and friends, with one random winner selected from each of the eight area high schools. The winning students will receive a prize package of gifts from area companies and The Alliance. Watch for the kick-off announcement and call for nominations on April 1 on our social media accounts. Companies – if you wish to donate prizes for the students, please reach out. Two of last year’s winners include Shane Haney from North Dickinson High School and Chloe Maycroft from Iron Mountain High School.

2024 Next-Level Career Magazine Published

The Alliance Talent & Education Task Force has updated and released the 2024 Next-Level Career digital magazine. The publication serves as a resource for area students, educators, and families. It is branded with our new SHIFT theme as we continue to work to shift perceptions about what a successful career looks like. View the magazine here.

The publication contains the following:

In-demand career and wage information
Dickinson-Iron ISD Tech Center programs
Bay College Iron Mountain Campus programs
Early College and Dual Enrollment information
Student testimonials
Helpful links and videos

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan

As Michigan continues to face record high winter temperatures, small businesses impacted by lack of snow are encouraged to apply for federal funding from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available because of ongoing federal drought declarations affecting 42 Michigan counties.

Dickinson – Drought Declaration #20209, Deadline November 27, 2024

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans are designed to help businesses through disaster situations that have impacted their economic well-being. Loans are up to $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses that could have been met had the disaster not occurred. Businesses pay no interest on the loan for the first year and a maximum rate of 4% for the rest of the loan period. Businesses must apply by the application deadline for their county.

Submit applications and find additional disaster assistance information at lending.sba.gov/search-disaster. A recorded webinar on how to apply can be accessed here.

SBDC Trainings

Choosing the Right Payment Processors for your Business - Webinar April 24, 2024

Square, Venmo, Stripe… What makes one payment processor better than the other for your small business? Presented by UP SBDC Marketing Consultant Nicole Potvin

Create More Effective Facebook Ad Campaigns | Webinar April 30, 2024

Did you know that your Facebook default settings send your ads to the entire US, and to groups that may not even be in your target audience? Learn how to maximize Facebook ads to get in front of right the people.

SBDC Training Events

Join LINK U.P. on April 11 from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. at Bay College Iron Mountain Campus.

LINK U.P. is reestablishing the former young professional group in the area. This new personal development organization is designed to introduce and engage working individuals. It is open to all types of careers and occupations. Sign up to attend the launch event or learn more here.

What is LINK U.P.?

LINK U.P. is a partnership with the Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance (DAEDA) as a personal development organization to introduce and engage working individuals with others across the county and the Upper Peninsula, helping them expand their leadership, influencing, networking, and knowledge-sharing opportunities.

In May the LINK U.P. Leadership Circle will focus on visioning for personal development and business goals using material available through Zing Train.

Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance

920-379-6611 | info@daeda.org | www.daeda.org

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