Collaboration Critical for Workforce Development and Small Business Success
Janie McNabb, Director of Program Development, Northwest Michigan Council of Governments, conducted a presentation on Economic and Workforce Development Partnerships at the Michigan Economic Developers Association (MEDA) conference on May 30, 2013. The Michigan Business Network radio show "Business Next" was there to interview Janie. Listen to the radio interview.
The Networks Northwest team did a great job to help the City of Charlevoix and Charlevoix Township collaborate in addressing housing challenges in our community. They facilitated dialogue with Planning Commissioners, community stakeholders, and municipal officials to develop a plan for cohesive zoning in areas of growth for our two governments. Further, they were able to pinpoint the challenges in each unit and propose changes that would be beneficial all around. Together, we believe we'll be better prepared for housing developments and job growth in our region. We look forward to working with them on future projects!
- Mark Haydlauff, City Manager, Charlevoix