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CMURC, CMU, National Defense Industrial Association, and Women in Defense host campus event     AM General, American Rheinmetall, BAE Systems, DDC-I Inc., General Dynamics Land Systems, MettleOps, Oshkosh Defense, and Sapa Transmission, along with the Michigan National Guard came to Central Michigan University (CMU) campus on January 28. The event focused on offering insight into career and workforce opportunities within the Michigan defense industry.      “This event was abo

Angie Evans Helps Great Lakes Bay Businesses Shine    Known to many in the Great Lakes Bay Region as the voice on 95.3 WCFX, Angie Evans has also built a reputation behind the scenes as a marketing strategist helping small businesses find their audience. As a Marketing Consultant for Black Diamond Broadcasting, she blends creativity, strategy, and genuine care for her community into every campaign she touches.    Getting a local business to stand out can be challenging, espec

Varnum LLP Partner Michael Wooley Supports Michigan Employers Through Strategic Counsel     Michael E. Wooley, Partner at Varnum LLP, is helping employers across the Great Lakes Bay Region navigate the complex immigration pathways that allow businesses to legally employ non-U.S. citizens and retain top global talent.     Wooley has practiced immigration law since 1996 and joined Varnum LLP in 2024, continuing his long-standing work advising employers on employment-based immig

Dobrusin IP Law President Kristen Pursley helps Michigan businesses protect their ideas   Kristen Pursley, President of Dobrusin IP Law, is helping entrepreneurs across the Great Lakes Bay Region protect their ideas and turn them into real business growth through practical, accessible intellectual property (IP) guidance. Drawing on her own experience running a successful IP firm, Pursley brings her expertise, connections, and real-world insight directly to local businesses. 

Outsmart Google: Master the Search Game with Andrew Lay The small business owner’s guide to digital development Andrew Lay, founder and owner of local digital agency Hierographx, and EmilyKate Lorenz, the company’s Chief Operating Officer, have co-authored Outsmart Google, a practical guide helping entrepreneurs improve online visibility and grow their businesses.     Drawing on years of experience in search engine optimization (SEO), web development, and digital marketing, L

Connecting entrepreneurs to capital and community     With a focus on financial empowerment, Lake Trust Credit Union is equipping...

Local handbag company is launching its Fall 2025 collection on Sept. 1 9 Jamaiya Ryan & Co . is launching its Fall 2025 collection on...

Universities Unite to Launch Consortium     MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich., August 28, 2025 – Michigan’s leading universities have officially...

Local entrepreneur blends love, meaning, and elevated design in debut collection   Sweet Wednesday, a new luxury luggage brand founded by...

Regional Collaboration Fuels Entrepreneurial + Economic Growth     The Great Lakes Bay Business Hub (GLBBH) is honored to announce the recipients of the Direct Grants to Small Business. After receiving over 55 competitive applications, 12 small businesses have been awarded a total of $231,699.72 in funding.  This was a collaborative initiative, involving the Small Business Development Center, regional chambers of commerce, community and economic development organizations, and

From Branding to Belonging: Arielle Roth Creates Businesses with Purpose   With three businesses rooted in storytelling, confidence, and...

Defense Leader Brings Strategic Insight to Accelerate Industry Collaboration   Central Michigan University Board of Trustees has approved...

By Max Milne ,Community News Editor for Midland Daily News Shelley Park Cluff works remotely inside the Central Michigan University...

PPT Brings Groundbreaking Safety Solution to Workplaces Around the World   A Michigan-made innovation is going global while strengthening the state’s economy and protecting workers around the world. Personal Positioning Technologies (PPT), the company behind the Human Hoist ergonomic chair, is expanding into international markets and creating jobs in Michigan as demand grows for smarter, safer workplace tools.  The Human Hoist product line includes the Stool, Chair, and Drive

Program advances applied research, business engagement, + regional impact Central Michigan University Research Corporation (CMURC) and...

Swept.AI : Bringing Innovation Home   Investing in Saginaw’s Future Through Local Talent and Tech     Swept.AI , a growing technology...

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich., April 24, 2025 – Central Michigan University Board of Trustees has approved new appointments and reappointments to...

Central Michigan University Research Corporation (CMURC) has named Letisha Randle as its Entrepreneur of the Year. Randle has exhibited her entrepreneurial spirit through her efforts in founding multiple businesses throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region. She has demonstrated her leadership in advancing diversity and workforce development within the electrical construction industry while also contributing to the growth of high-impact local businesses in the entrepreneurial ecos

Beauty In Me: Where Local Talent Meets National Impact in the World of Fashion SAGINAW, Mich., March 7, 2025 – Beauty In Me, a local...

SAGINAW, Mich., Feb. 10, 2025 – Local entrepreneur Cierra Crudup, known for her successful businesses Delicious Sweets and Krav’n Cookies, is adding “author” to her list of accomplishments with the release of her new book, Faith in Action – 30 Days to Entrepreneurial Excellence.     This 30-day devotional is designed to inspire and empower entrepreneurs by aligning their business goals with faith. Through daily reflections, scripture, and actionable insights, Cierra encourage