Entrepreneurship

Coverage of those starting up businesses and community resources to help them thrive.

Midland Makers Series: Spotlight on area craftsmanship

In another edition of Midland Makers, we talk to three more local businesses that have a deep focus on craftsmanship: Eastman's Forgotten Ciders, Helios Hops and Mule Resophonic Guitars.

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Taking the plunge: Starting a new business in Midland

Midland is a great place to launch a new business and a few new ones share stories on the support they've received.

Q&A with Patrick McElgunn, SBDC business consultant

We sat down with Patrick McElgunn, a business consultant with the SBDC, to talk about taking the plunge on a dream, resources to help small business and some of his own projects.

Michigan companies vie for investment dollars at Pitch Night in Midland

Great Lakes startups often are met with challenges on funding, the Saginaw-based angel investment firm Blue Water Angels is trying to fix that. 

Bike, paddle and stroll: Midland’s part in Michigan’s outdoor economy

The outdoor economy is a huge driver of fun, but also economic growth. Midland businesses play a big part in making Michigan's outdoor economy great.

A location to launch: Entrepreneurship resources in Midland

An ecosystem of innovation, Midland is ripe with resources for entrepreneurs and those looking to kick off a new business.

Local students accelerate through competition

Two teams from Northwood University were named as finalists in the 2017 Accelerate Michigan Innovation Competition.

Collaboration through community: Q&A with young entrepreneur Nic Von Schneider

Young entrepreneur Nic Von Schneider on entrepreneurship, ideation, and investing.

Selling Michigan-made goods, Serendipity Road opens in downtown Midland

Located in downtown Midland, Serendipity Road is a new retail store with over 55 different artisan-made goods from across Michigan.

Flexibility supports area entrepreneurs at the Midland Mall

The Specialty Lease Program at the Midland Mall supports small businesses, offering flexibility, special lease terms and seasonal or short-term options.

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