About Us
The Lake Superior Community Partnership is Marquette County’s leading resource for economic development, providing a wide variety of affordable and effective development services. The LSCP helps our partners make the connections that matter – between businesses, organizations, leaders and legislators, and provides a powerful legislative voice for programs and policies that strengthen our regional economy.
Business Resources
Start a Business
The LSCP provides comprehensive strategic planning services for entrepreneurs. No matter what stage in the process you are at, the Business Development Team at the LSCP can provide education, coaching, research assistance and advice.
Business Development & Marketing Guide
The LSCP economic development team can guide you through the process of starting or expanding your business and provide you with the appropriate resources and tools to assist you.
Business Services
Managed business growth is necessary for success and we at LSCP can help by maximizing profits, providing business check-ups, planning for succession, and reviewing economic impact studies.
Gov’t Relations & Advocacy
The Lake Superior Community Partnership is committed to representing our community and partners when it comes to legislation and regulations that effect industry in our region and how it may affect our economy.
Working in Marquette County
The Lake Superior Community Partnership is the Marquette County Regions leading resource for economic development, providing a wide variety of affordable and effective development services. The LSCP helps our partners make the connections that matter – between businesses, organizations, leaders and legislators, and provides a powerful legislative voice for programs and policies that strengthen our regional economy.
Participate
Become a Partner
Partners enjoy many benefits including business advocacy, site selection, financing, and workforce development.
Upcoming Events
Take a look at our events calendar to know what is going on with us, and for great networking opportunities.
Site Selection
Our site selection tool can help you find the best location to start or expand your business in the community or nearby
Hot Topics
Local Heroes Project
The Heroes Project started as an idea to provide a simple “thank you” to our frontline workers to remind them that they, and their services, are appreciated. What better way to show appreciation than with products sourced from our local businesses also impacted by the virus?
Great Lakes Jobs
In Michigan, we love our lakes, guard our paychecks, and work hard at our jobs. The new, high-tech Great Lakes Tunnel planned for deep below the Mackinac Straits protects all three. Join us! Help us build the Great Lakes Tunnel.
Marquette County EDC COVID-19 Loan Program
The COVID-19 Loan Program is a separate fund from the traditional RLF Program with different guidelines. These funds are available to businesses to help alleviate sudden and severe economic dislocation caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Recent News
Employers all over the U.P. are finding that child care shortages are impacting their ability to retain or hire workers. Fortunately, we have some great examples of employer-supported child care already taking place in our U.P. communities that we can learn from...Tune in, January 11 from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. for our free virtual event.
Register here - business.marquette.org/events/details/employer-based-child-care-solutions-for-the-u-p-143311Skip the long delivery wait and shop local! marquette.org/skip-the-supply-chain-headaches-shop-local/
Save the dates! Dec 8-9 we will be hosting the Marquette County Housing Solutions Summit. Speakers from Marquette County and throughout Michigan will share information and updates on...
• Marquette County's housing needs and planning for the future:
🏡 New and proposed state programs, legislation, and funding for housing
🏡 Using Land Bank Authority tools for housing solutions
🏡 Local government roles in housing solutions, and current local and regional initiatives
🏡 Innovative housing case studies
With 5 information-packed webinars and opportunities for discussion, this will be an important event for anyone interested in how we meet our region's housing needs. Webinars will be available to all participants after the event ends. Early bird 🐦 pricing ends Nov 30th.
Register here: business.marquette.org/events/details/marquette-county-housing-solutions-summit-143309BAHHHH 🐑😉 The count down is on! T-minus 7 days until Anytime Fitness Marquette hosts their Business After Hours event!
More details: business.marquette.org/events/details/business-after-hours-anytime-fitness-marquette-143305Business After Hours: Anytime Fitness Marquette
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Anytime Fitness will be hosting Business After Hours from 5 - 7 p.m. Business After Hours/Business showcase events are designed to help you make valuable business contacts, entertain clients, reward e...🎉Job of the Week🎉
The Community Foundation of Marquette County is hiring for a Donor & Community Engagement Associate! Apply for this opportunity today! #JOTW bit.do/Community-Foundation-of-Marquette-CountyIn recognition of these challenges, the LSCP is kicking off a Women's Leadership workshop series next year! This program will offer women an opportunity to network with peers, build support, make connections with other women and so much more!
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An Operations Parking Manager at Marquette Downtown Development Authority is this week's Job of the Week! 💼 Interested in this position? Don't wait, apply now. bit.do/Operations-and-Parking-Manager
The Lake Superior Community Partnership recently assisted Epps Apothecary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of their new location.
Say hi to Brooke! 👋 Brooke is our Business Development Rep and is absolutely stellar at helping with start-ups, small businesses, and building strategies! Without Brooke, the LSCP would be missing her uplifting personality and delicious baked goods! 🥧🍪
Brooke's involvement in the community is also worth recognizing! From her volunteer history with local events to her participation with local non-profits, Brooke is always lending a helping hand!
If you have questions about your current or future business or just want to chat, shoot Brooke a message! #EmployeeSpotlight
📧 bquinn@marquette.org
📱 (906) 226-6591
💻 marquette.org/contact/Hi Brooke!
❤️Brooke ! Amazing economic developer.
Save the dates! Dec 8-9 we will be hosting the Marquette County Housing Solutions Summit. Speakers from Marquette County and throughout Michigan will share information and updates on...
• Marquette County's housing needs and planning for the future:
🏡 New and proposed state programs, legislation, and funding for housing
🏡 Using Land Bank Authority tools for housing solutions
🏡 Local government roles in housing solutions, and current local and regional initiatives
🏡 Innovative housing case studies
With 5 information-packed webinars and opportunities for discussion, this will be an important event for anyone interested in how we meet our region's housing needs. Webinars will be available to all participants after the event ends. Early bird 🐦 pricing ends Nov 30th.
Register here: business.marquette.org/events/details/marquette-county-housing-solutions-summit-143309When you become a partner with LSCP, you gain access to reports through the EMSI Tool. Watch this video 🎥 to learn more, contact Mary or Brooke! mary@marquette.org 📧
bquinn@marquette.org 📧Reminder: Tune in at 10:00 a.m. for our webinar on Business Development Tools & Insights! 🎙️😎
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Happy Revolving Loan Fund Week! It was a pleasure helping Lake Superior Press with their EDC loan. 😊
The LSCP has a contract with the Marquette County EDC and is one of many EDA-funded Revolving Loan Funds across the country that provide business owners with access to gap financing to enable them to grow and thrive. #RLFWeek #SmallBizThis week, we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week! We are proud of the Apprentices who help Marquette County's workforce succeed! Keep U.P. working. #NAW2021
This week's Job of the Week is a Loan Recovery Specialist at First Bank Upper Michigan! Apply today! 🏡💸
buff.ly/3CjA8FBThank you, Veterans, for your service and for your sacrifice. Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay #VeteransDay2021
Last night's BAH was a SUCCESS! The evening was filled with laughter, prizes, drinks, fancy appetizers from private chef and caterer, A-La Jess, and plenty of networking! Thank you, Richardson Jewelers Marquette for hosting such a wonderful event! ✨
So glad BAHs are Back.
Tonight's the night! Join the LSCP team and Richardson Jewelers Marquette for their Business After Hours event starting at 5:00 p.m. There will be snacks, networking, and an opportunity to build meaningful business relationships! See you there! 👋
#BAH #BusinessAfterHours #Networking #MarquetteCounty#JoboftheWeek determination, fitness, & sweat! 3 strong attributes of a Personal Trainer! Do you have what it takes to help people reach their gym goals and become healthier? Apply for a Personal Trainer at Anytime Fitness Marquette today!
bit.do/personal-trainer-anytime-fitness 💪🏋Reminder! Tonight's the night. See you at 5:00 p.m. 🎉
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.An LSCP membership is great in all...but 3 memberships for 1 makes it even better!!
When you partner with us, you'll become a part of the Small Business Association of Michigan and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Sounds like a pretty sweet deal to me! 😉
Contact Megan, our Outreach Coordinator to learn more about this exciting opportunity! megan@marquette.orgIt’s GIVEAWAY TIME! 🥳 Our Love on Local Featured Business, Blackrocks Brewery, has donated some Blackrocks Brewery Swag for one lucky winner! In order to win, participants must LIKE Love on Local and Blackrocks Brewery pages, and TAG three people in the comments below. BONUS points for sharing this post.
A random winner will be drawn on November 9. Good luck Marquette County!
Blackrock’s Brewery 🍻
424 N 3rd St in Marquette
blackrocksbrewery.com/
Blackrock’s Swag includes... 🤙
Medium shirt, coffee mug, beanie, sticker, socks, and water bottle!
#Loveonocal #LOL #LoveonLocalMQTCo #ShopSmall #ShopLocal #ShowWhereYourHeartIs✨Meet Ashley!✨
Ashley is our Director of Marketing and has been working at LSCP for over 6 years. Ashley rocks! She's the life of the organization and keeps everyone smiling. The team is proud of her dedication to the organization and her involvement within the community. Fun fact: Ashley recently married a former LSCP Staff member that she worked with back in 2014.
If you have questions about marketing or just want to chat, give her a holler! #EmployeeSpotlight
📧 ashley@marquette.org
📱 (906) 226-6591
💻 marquette.org/contact/Ashley is a shining star. Thanks for all that you and the entire LSCP team do for our community!
Also fun fact: is one of the most genuine, most wonderful people the world may ever know! Not to mention beautiful inside and out ! 💞
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My girl!
Is it a fun fact if everyone already knows it? How about - has a very complex Border Grill order.
A housing solution is on the horizon for Marquette County! 🏡 marquette.org/housing-solutions-on-the-horizon/
🚨ANNOUNCEMENT ALERT🚨 Happy November! We've officially entered the holiday season! This year, we will highlight our Love on Local Featured Businesses during the months of November and December. Our Love on Local team will promote shopping at small businesses in Marquette County! So, stay tuned for some local cheer from your Love on Local family.
P.s. Keep an eye out for a few giveaways! 😉Our Job of the Week is a Service/Parts Director at Camping World in Ishpeming! Do you love adventure and working with customers? Apply today! 💻 #JOTW #JoboftheWeek #MarquetteCounty bit.do/CampingWorldJob
Congrats Congr! 🎉 Love the Santa suit! 🎅
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.We love having you as a part of our team!! Hooooray for two years! 🤩
#PartnerSpotlight From Monday night football to groundbreaking news in Marquette County, ABC10 & CW5 have come a long way! We interviewed Kenn Baynard, the Operations Manager about the news channel's journey, and how they've overcome challenges throughout the years.
marquette.org/partner-spotlight-with-abc-10/Friendly reminder! Applications are due tonight at 5:00 p.m. Contact our Business Development Team if you have questions or need assistance filling out the application! marquette.org/contact/The Going PRO Talent Fund is a program that funds developmental training opportunities for Michigan businesses and their employees. The Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! is bringing you the latest information on this grant through a recorded session on their website.
upmichiganworks.org/the-2022-going-pro-talent-fund-information-session/
Alert: the application deadline is Thursday at 5:00 p.m. If you need assistance filling out the application, please contact our Business Development team! marquette.org/contact/
Applications can be filled out here: bit.do/GoingPROTalentFundYour business is a thriving aspect of this community! It deserves a boost from the effect of the economy. Learn about our #EDCFunding opportunities on our website or contact our Business Development team to learn more! (906) 226-6591 📲
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EDC Funding: buff.ly/3Blp7muThe LSCP participated in a regional roundtable on Friday – the first of a statewide series hosted by the Department of Labor and Economic Growth to share information on the MI New Economy Plan!
MI New Economy Plan: bit.do/fSmd5
Mining Journal Roundtable Report: bit.do/fSmd4Hey all!!! Founders...
Those folks who have a dream, a vision, an idea...
Those whose inner spark calls to be brought to life, through the fuel and the oxygen of passion, commitment and collaboration.
It takes a team to build a dream - whether that dream is a business, a creative pursuit, a community organization or a deeply-felt cause.
Around the Campfire, we're committed to supporting you in reaching for your dreams.
We hope to see you, on Founders' Fridays!The Going PRO Talent Fund is a program that funds developmental training opportunities for Michigan businesses and their employees. The Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! is bringing you the latest information on this grant through a recorded session on their website.
upmichiganworks.org/the-2022-going-pro-talent-fund-information-session/
Alert: the application deadline is Thursday at 5:00 p.m. If you need assistance filling out the application, please contact our Business Development team! marquette.org/contact/
Applications can be filled out here: bit.do/GoingPROTalentFundThanks for sharing!
Reminder: Partner Perspectives with Don Ryan begins in less than 30 minutes. Make sure you're registered for the event!
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.This week's Job of the Week is two open positions at Tailored CPAs, P.C.! If you're into numbers and helping local businesses succeed, one of these positions might be the perfect fit for you! #JOTW 💼
CPA: bit.do/CPA-open-position
CPA Candidate: bit.do/CPA-candidate-open-positionLSCP CEO Sarah Lucas met with Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist at Trenary Toast Cafe this morning! Thank you to the Lieutenant Gov. for visiting the U.P and for supporting our local businesses!
Our team had a great time at the Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala this evening! #discoverthewestend
Thank you for coming. It was wonderful to see you there!
Affordable housing is headed toward expansion! Thanks to the Marquette County Intergovernmental Housing Task Force.
Solving area’s housing problems a laudable goal for new committee
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Ask any young family, Northern Michigan University student or single parent looking for a place to live in the greater Marquette area, “How’s that coming?” you’re likely to get a sharp, negati...Congratulations to Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. for the THREE top honors they received last week at the S&P Global Platts 2021 Global Metals Ceremony! 🤩
Lourenco Goncalves was awarded CEO/Chairperson of the Year. Cleveland-Cliffs was named Metals Company of the Year and the company received the Deal of the Year award. 👷♂️🥳Cleveland-Cliffs and Lourenco Goncalves Awarded Top Honors at S&P Global Platts 2021 Global Metals Ceremony
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. today it took top honors in three categories at the Annual S&P Global Platts Global Metals Award ceremony in London, England on October 14. Lourenco Goncalves was awarded CEO/Chairperson of the Year. Cleveland-Cliffs was named Metals Company of the Year and the company received the Deal of the Year award.
Lourenco Goncalves, Chairman, President and CEO, said, “It is a tremendous honor to be selected and recognized by S&P Global Platts in the worldwide metals industry within three significant award categories. 2020 was a transformative and extraordinary year for Cleveland-Cliffs with the acquisitions of two major steel companies and the start up of our state-of-the-art direct reduction plant. I am pleased that the judges recognized our outstanding results and milestones achieved by our organization during an unprecedented year across the entire world.”The Marquette County Ambassadors have long-term solutions for economic improvement in Michigan and will be sharing the message in Lansing this week! Click the link to keep reading! marquette.org/ambassadors-work-towards-long-term-economic-solutions-in-lansing/
Webinar Reminder! Join Webin as she discusses ways to network within the Marquette County community!
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.The Lake Superior Community Partnership recently assisted the City of Negaunee and Iron Ore Heritage Trail with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of lights being added to the trail.
Lake Superior Community Partnership Assisting With Going Pro And MDARD Funding For Businesses
Lake Superior Community Partnership Assisting With Going Pro And MDARD Funding For Businesses
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Home Featured Posts The Sunny Morning Show Lake Superior Community Partnership Assisting With Going Pro And MDARD Funding For... Featured PostsThe Sunny Morning ShowU.P. News Updates Lake Superior Com...Our Job of the Week is a Regional Cannabis Retail Manager for The Fire Station Cannabis Co. 🌿 The ideal candidate is an experienced professional with the ability to travel all over Michigan! Must be 21+! #JOTW
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bit.do/TheFireStationJobOpportunitiesHowdy Partners and Future Partners! 🤠 Your team, your mission, and your business are thriving additions to Marquette County and we want to help you advertise that! If you're a partner of LSCP, we'll assist with press releases and submit them to local print, radio, online, and television media!
Reach out to Megan at megan@marquette.org or send us a PM!Sarah Lucas, CEO of LSCP, touches on how Sawyer International Airport has been a vital factor in keeping the Upper Peninsula on the map and the world close to home! ✈️ marquette.org/sawyer-keeps-the-world-close-to-home/
Our Job of the Week is a CNC Machinist & Operator at JM Longyear! If you have the qualifications and the enthusiasm to join an impactful team, then this might be the job for you. Apply today! bit.do/JMLongyearPositions
P.s. JM Longyear offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus! *happy dance* 💃💃Good afternoon! Our phones are still down but we are working to solve the problem. If you need anything, email us at lscp@marquette.org or send us a PM!
Good Morning, our phones are currently down. If you need anything, please email lscp@marquette.org or send us a PM.
The Lake Superior Community Partnership recently assisted Levata Sleep with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of their new location.
The Lake Superior Community Partnership recently assisted Alluma Yoga with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate their grand opening.
📢 MDARD announces a new grant opportunity for rural areas! Learn more about the grant at Michigan.gov/MDARDGrants. If you need help filling out the application, our Business Development team will walk you through the process.
Our job of the Week is here! Dust for You is hiring multiple positions as a Cleaning Technician! This position offers a flexible schedule along with professional development assistance.
Apply for our JOTW: bit.do/dustforyou-cleaningtech
