ESTABLISHED GOALS

  • Improve the dialog between business, industry, education, government and community organizations to increase awareness and better coordinate economic stimulation.
  • Stimulate retention and growth of existing businesses
  • Stimulate expansion of housing (single family thru multifamily).
  • Stimulate technical education to meet trade employment requirements.
  • Encourage occupancy, rebuilding and repurposing of vacated properties.
  • Recognize and enhance the existing attributes of the area and strive to improve.

Board Of Directors

We are governed by a board of directors comprised of individuals from our investor businesses. Each board member sits on at least one task force group to share their areas of expertise.

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Government Relations & Advocacy

Advocating for our business and community

We build relationships with elected officials and government organizations to advocate for the community. We enhance the area’s existing natural and civic resources and strive to improve the quality of life.

Infrastructure & Housing Development

Improve access to infrastructure data and encourage new development opportunities

We engage with regional and state government organizations to develop plans for improved infrastructure and housing development.

Talent Retention & Attraction

Recruit, retain, and grow the talent needed to support our employers’ workforce needs.

Throughout the year, we raise awareness of career paths through local school districts, the DIISD Tech Center and Bay College Iron Mountain Campus to grow the talent pipeline for investor businesses.

Small Business Retention & Growth

Promoting and acknowledging the value of businesses in our community.

We advocate for our small business community, promoting them through awareness programs and providing training sessions to help them navigate the challenges they face.

 

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Mindy Meyers Executive Director of the Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance

Mindy Meyers

Director of Economic Development

Email Mindy
920-379-6611
500 S Stephenson Avenue
Suite 401
Iron Mountain, MI 49801