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Lake Effect Associates, LLC
"I needed a lending partner that understood my business model and could finance it. Because I had worked with Northern Initiatives on the tourism…
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Huron Mountain Bakery
"[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…
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Roz’s Diner
“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
“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
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
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
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)
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
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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