“Their new loan helped us move from a one-barrel system to a 10-barrel system. We hope this increased capacity will help us keep up with demand!” - Dave Vargo, owner…

  "I needed a lending partner that understood my business model and could finance it. Because I had worked with Northern Initiatives on the tourism campaign, they knew what I…

"[Northern Initiatives’ Profit Mastery Course] was an amazing class and I’d take it again if I had the time.” - John Scheidt, owner of Huron Mountain Bakery In his early…

“Northern Initiatives took a chance on us. I think they recognized that no matter what, we’d make it happen.” - Chris Bair, owner Roz’s Diner, owned by Chris Bair in…

“Due in large measure to Northern Initiatives’ business services and early financial support, we experienced almost spontaneous success. From the moment of our soft launch, we didn’t catch our collective…

Not only has it operated continuously for a century, the Rialto has always been owned by the Stancil family. It is probably the oldest family-run theater in the United States.…

As they prepare to celebrate their first year anniversary, Rare Bird is on pace for at least 20% net growth in 2015 delighting everyone involved in this exciting new enterprise.…

Although the vibe is more casual than the Ritz-Carleton, the note on the door with a phone number to “call when you arrive or if you need anything” says it…

As a result of careful planning, industry experience, exceptional staff, an investment in state-of-the-art technology, and financial partnerships, the Marquette Food Cooperative is poised for a fresh and inviting future.…