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Featured Success Stories
Snackwerks
Battle Creek, Michigan
The sweet smells of cinnamon and apples waft through a northside Battle Creek neighborhood that is traditionally one of the poorest in the state. A…
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Bake Superior Bread
Ironwood, Michigan
“The help we’ve received from Northern Initiatives has been extremely beneficial.” – Andrew Brand, Bake Superior Bread Andrew Brand isn’t sure where his business would…
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Systems Control
Iron Mountain, Michigan
"We needed customized training to suit our business, and we were able to work with The Center – Northern Initiatives to create the appropriate content."…
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Beechwood Café
Roscommon, Michigan
“I’m so happy to be working with Northern Initiatives as opposed to a big bank. There is such personal service. The relationship is so nice.”…
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Little Black Rake
Gladwin, Michigan
“(Northern Initiatives) has been so much better than any other lending institution.” - Dave Moore, Little Black Rake Mary Moore just wanted to continue selling…
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Roz’s Diner
Rosebush, Michigan
“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,…
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Newaygo Brewing Company
Newaygo, Michigan
“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,…
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Rialto Theater
Grayling, Michigan
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…
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Upper Peninsula Audiology
Houghton, Michigan
Since the first day, the clinic has been busy. In fact, Dr. Collard decided to postpone planning a grand opening reception until spring of 2016…
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Rare Bird Brewpub
Traverse City, Michigan
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…
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South Arm Retreats (former known as East Jordan Motel)
East Jordan, Michigan
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…
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Marquette Food Co-op
Marquette, Michigan
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…
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DerMiner’s Parkside Market
Gaylord, Michigan
“We are very thankful for the financial and educational support provided to us by Northern Initiatives. Without their financial assistance, we may not have been…
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WaterFire Vineyards
Kewadin, Michigan
"Growing grapes and making wine is in our nature," explains Chantal, owner of WaterFire Vineyards. "We invest everything we have to make each bottle a…
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