dickinson area economic development alliance

We are a forward-looking economic development organization driving growth and creating opportunities for business, education, government, community organizations and residents in the Dickinson area.

We take a business-first approach to economic development and advocacy programs that cultivate a business-friendly environment to support businesses of all sizes.

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Living & Working in the Dickinson Area

Latest News

Shift Next-Level Career Magazine 2025

2025 Skilled Trade Career Paths Magazine The Dickinson County Talent & Education Taskforce is excited to release this year’s Next-Level Career Magazine! With the goal of reaching future professionals within and outside of Dickinson County, this magazine was designed for students, teachers, educators, and anyone interested in pursuing a skilled trades career-oriented future. Learn about the different career paths, programs, and value career and technical education bring as you

Jul 16

Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance Celebrates 2025 Economic Development Week

Taking place from May 12 – 16, the week recognizes and honors the dedicated work of economic developers and their contributions to communities around the world.

May 9

Navigating the Earned Sick Time Act

Insights from The Alliance’s January Roundtable with Legal and Financial Experts Thanks to a generous grant from the DTE Foundation, The Alliance held a follow up roundtable event on January 7, 2025 with Attorney Jacob Lynch from Ryan & Lynch Law and Tony Flaminio, CPA from Fleury Singler & Co PC to answer questions concerning the Earned Sick Time Act that will go into effect on February 21, 2025. Here are some resources shared during the roundtable: Key Resources for Underst

Jan 9

Task force groups

We work to make the Dickinson area a robust community in which to do business, live, and work. We do this by collaborating with key task force groups comprised of subject matter experts from our investor business.