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Featured Success Stories

Tip’N The Mitten

Grayling, Michigan
A chance to give back to the community popped up during the summer of 2020 when another downtown business owner announced he was ready to…
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PM Power Group

White Pine, Michigan
“Northern Initiatives told us, 'It's an honor. We've got faith in you.' That means a lot.” Zach Halkola, COO, PM Power Group Zach Halkola remembers…
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Ragsdale Home Furnishings

Battle Creek, Michigan
"I started my business using credit cards to purchase inventory and equipment. At the time, I didn't know groups like Northern Initiatives were out there…
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Drifa (Marquette Brewing Cooperative)

Marquette, Michigan
"Northern Initiatives took us from the days when we couldn't sell beer to when we could sell again!" David Gill, President of Drifa A global…
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Advanced Interactive Response Systems (AIRS)

Newaygo, Michigan
"I kept seeing issues with patients running out of oxygen or getting low. I knew I could design something." - Valerie Obenchain, founder of Advanced…
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Karl’s Cuisine
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
“All Chefs want their own restaurant,” Karl Nelson states. “It’s the ultimate goal!” One that serves up fresh, local food made from scratch, paired with…
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Pictured Rocks Cruises
Munising, Michigan
Locally owned and operated Pictured Rocks Cruises has been offering a unique and stunning view of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore for over 50 years. New…
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Blackrocks Brewery
Marquette, Michigan
Blackrocks Brewery employs 12 enthusiastic and passionate locals in their expanded tap room and "pop shop" canning facility. The Vibe on 424 N. Third Street…
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