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MSU Product Center Provides Services at the New Grand Rapids Downtown Market
Published on November 3, 2013
Access to the expertise of the MSU Product Center is now provided to businesses that are part of the new Grand Rapids Downtown Market. -
The Michigan Food Innovation District is introduced to the community
Published on November 1, 2013
More than 100 community members met in Okemos, Mich. to learn more about a new community food initiative intended to establish mid-Michigan as a premier location to conduct food-related business. -
Management skills differ for companies that go it alone vs. those using joint ventures
Published on October 30, 2013
First-time entrepreneurs have a tendency to want to go it alone, but this may not be the best way to start and grow a food business. -
Artist cooperative spurs local development
Published on October 28, 2013
As a means of bringing back a community one group of artist report explained how they thought big in a small town to obtain their dreams. -
Keeping tabs on customers’ changing and expected needs
Published on October 28, 2013
Business longevity is tied directly to the ability to “read” the customer. Achieving 104 years in business is rare, but possible. Hans Schuler shared his “Cardinal Rules” in a recent address. -
Brainstorming is divergent thinking!
Published on October 24, 2013
Brainstorming is about broadening the base not tightening the screws. The goal is to generate many different ideas over a short period of time without evaluation, criticism or commentary. -
MSU Extension customer service workshops held on October 1, 2013 excite local community
Published on October 22, 2013
Free customer service workshops held recently in Iosco County excite and energize local community, business owners and front line workers. -
“Fab Lab” becoming a reality for northern Michigan
Published on October 21, 2013
Northern Michigan’s mobile digital manufacturing lab. -
Gazelles gather to feed on information
Published on October 21, 2013
NLEA organizes a successful program for Northern Michigan CEOs to learn about State of Michigan programs. -
Marketing to green consumers
Published on October 20, 2013
The market for environmentally-friendly packaging and products will grow while price, quality and durability remain important to consumers.