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January 4, 2023

Come to the Policy Conference
Stay for the Annual Celebration Gala

Mark your calendars on January 20 for a day dedicated to networking, policy discussions, and celebrating the business community of northern Michigan with two back-to-back Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance and Traverse Connect events. 

Start the day alongside policy leaders discussing the pressing issues for your business during the Northern Michigan Policy Conference. The conference is designed to leverage diverse strategies to enhance northern Michigan's standing as a world-class place for businesses, residents, visitors, and students of all ages.


Finish your evening toasting to the business community of the Grand Traverse region at our Annual Celebration Gala at 6:30 p.m. After a three-year absence, join us for a special evening on the 16th and 17th floors of the Tower, celebrating the business community of the Grand Traverse region, recollecting the successes of the past year, and looking to the new year together. You won't want to miss it.

Thank you to the Presenting Sponsor of the Northern Michigan Policy Conference, Consumers Energy, and the Supporting Sponsor, Enbridge. Thank you to the Presenting Sponsor of the Annual Celebration Gala, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and the Directors' Reception Sponsor, ITC.

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News Roundup
News from Traverse Connect that you might have missed.

→ Legislation passed at the end of last year will open opportunities to alleviate the housing crisis across northern Michigan, including tools to address the "missing middle" gap of workforce housing.  

→ Is your company interested in sponsoring a Traverse City Young Professional (TYCP) to attend the Annual Celebration Gala? Please reach out to Molly MacGirr for additional information and how you can get involved!

→ Applications are open for two new Leadership Roundtable cohorts. The Manufacturing and Executive Women's Roundtables will bring together groups of 8 to 12 key decision-makers from local small businesses for growth-oriented sessions to explore business and personal matters in a trusting environment.
What We're Reading
Our midweek reading.

→ Twenty-seven proposals have been approved by the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners to receive nearly $10 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

→ The Office of the Great Lakes released the 2022 State of the Great Lakes report that addresses the efforts to protect, restore, and sustain the lakes including the accomplishments of Northwestern Michigan College and local plans for marine electrification. 

Twelve Traverse City leaders shared their resolutions and goals for the New Year, which include facility expansions for two major local producers, the elevation of Traverse City's zero-proof drinking experience, freshwater innovation, and so much more.

→ The efforts of a group of local advocates known as Child Caring Now are making forward progress to increase child care capacity across the region in 2023. 

→ The MiSTEM Network is offering several opportunities for businesses and individuals in northwestern Michigan to get involved in helping students discover STEM career opportunities

EVENTS
Traverse Connect's upcoming in-person and virtual events.
January 20, 2023
8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
January 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. 

Did you know that Traverse Connect investors who refer a new Investor business receive $100 off the following year's membership dues?

Not only will you save money on your next renewal, but your business will receive recognition in The Connection and on our social media channels. Want to learn more? Follow this link for details: Investor Referral Program

Not an investor with Traverse Connect? Join today! Message info@traverseconnect.com for details.

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