Newsletter 
November 2019
Upcoming Meetings
Alliance Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, November 21
7:15 a.m.
Systems Control
Alliance Executive Committee Meeting
Tuesday, November 26
3:30 p.m.
Kingsford City Hall
Office CLOSED for Thanksgiving Holiday
The Alliance office will be closed on Nov. 28 & 29. Wishing all of you a wonderful Thanksgiving spent with family and friends!
Marketing Video Released
The Alliance Marketing and Branding Task Force is pleased to share the first segment of a marketing video that tells the story of the Copley family and how they decided to move to Iron Mountain after starting their family in Texas. David Copley, an Iron Mountain native, knew his family would benefit from the small town lifestyle and his wife Michelle, who hails from Texas, feels right at home in the area and couldn’t be happier. Thank you to the entire Copley family for sharing their story with us so that others can see the positives of living and working in our area!
Careers & Cheers November 27
Careers & Cheers is a social event for former residents to reconnect with their hometown and for those considering a move to the area to learn what the community has to offer. Attendees will hear what is new and exciting in the area along with information about the abundant career opportunities, all in a casual and relaxed atmosphere.

If you have friends or family that will be returning to the area for the Thanksgiving holiday, please pass along this information and invite them to join us. Careers & Cheers will be held at Sol Blu Lounge located at 212 E. Ludington St. in downtown Iron Mountain on Wednesday, November 27 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. All will enjoy great conversation, complimentary beverages and pizza. Attendees can register to win a prize package of gift cards to new businesses in the area. Cheers!
Alliance Accepting Board of Directors Applications
The Alliance is now accepting applications to serve on the Board of Directors. There are five (5) seats available in January 2020 to interested Investors in good standing. The application and additional information can be accessed below. Applications are due on December 6, 2019 by 5:00 p.m. CT. All applications submitted by the deadline will be presented to the Nominating Committee for consideration and those selected will be recommended for a term of 3 years. The slate of Board nominations will be presented for consideration at the December Board meeting. Please contact Lois Ellis with any questions.
DCHS CEO Welcomed
Dickinson County Healthcare System recently welcomed new CEO Chuck Nelson to the community with a luncheon. Nelson met with community leaders and shared his background with attendees along with his vision for the future of DCHS, titled Focus Forward. You can review the key points of the Focus Forward plan here .  Continuing the tradition of excellence in healthcare, DCHS was recently awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade , a national distinction recognizing achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization driven by employers and other purchasers of health care committed to improving health care quality and safety for consumers and purchasers. Congratulations go out to the entire DCHS team for this achievement. 
Loyal to Local – Holiday Gifts
Are you looking to purchase gifts or gift cards for family, friends, customers or employees this holiday season? Please consider patronizing any of the Loyal to Local participants, where you will find an array of gift items or the perfect gift card to delight anyone on your list! Please visit loyal2local.org to view a list of participating businesses, sorted by category. More than 100 participating businesses thank you for being Loyal to Local!
Loyal to Local Prizes Presented
Congratulations to Jena Danielczak who was the October Loyal to Local social media contest winner! Jena selected Culver’s for her $50 gift card prize. Thank you to all the contestants and thank you for being Loyal to Local!
Swedish Passport was chosen as the winner of the quarterly Loyal to Local business participant drawing for a $500 advertising package provided by WJMN Local 3 TV. Thank you to WJMN for providing this prize for our business participants!
Introduction to Cybersecurity & eCommerce
Tuesday, December 3
7:30 a.m. CT
Bay College West
2801 North US 2 in Iron Mountain
Hosted by the Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance

7:30 a.m. CT - Cybersecurity - Small Business, Big Threat
Yes, even small businesses are at risk of cyber-attacks. In fact, small businesses are more vulnerable in many ways. Learn about:
  • Cybersecurity Best Practices
  • Protecting Your Company Information
  • What to do if your company has been breached
  • Password Practices
  • Physical Security
  • Buying and Selling Online
  • Mobile Security

Can't attend in person? Join us via webinar - registration link below. Please register for both event and webinar.
8:30 a.m. CT - eCommerce - Start Selling Online
Get the facts about:
  • What it takes to get your business online so you can decide if it's right for you
  • Which eCommerce platforms are out there for your products and services
  • How to set up the processes and policies to make your online store successful!

Can't attend in person? Join us via webinar!
Northern Michigan Policy Conference
The Northern Michigan Policy Conference is a regional economic development conference led by the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance – a partnership of Chambers of Commerce and Economic Development Organizations throughout northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. The event is slated for December 2 in Traverse City. The agenda focuses on the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance’s “Four Pillars of Rural Prosperity” which include:
·       Rural Business Development
·       Attracting Talent to Rural Areas
·       Rural and Small City Housing Development
·       Access to Quality Child Care
Check out the amazing line up of  keynote speakers , you won't be disappointed!
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