LSCP Partner Benefits

Posted by on December 22, 2015

Amy 2My last column of 2015! Where has the year gone? Here at the LSCP we had a great year thanks to many amazing partners! I can’t wait to tell you more about it early in 2016 when we give our 2015 year in review. The staff has been busy working to close out this year and prepping for next. One of the tasks that comes along with that is invoicing for 2016. Each year when you receive the invoice for your investment, I am sure you reflect on its value to your company and the community. Businesses join the LSCP for different reasons. Many companies benefited from working with our business development team and want to see those services continue for others with business development needs. The dollars generated from your investment ensure the LSCP staff has the tools and expertise to do just that. Some joined the LSCP because they see the different marketing, networking, research and advocacy benefits we can provide their business. No matter why you choose to invest I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the many reasons why your investment in the LSCP and in Marquette County is critical.

The LSCP provides a wide variety of effective business development services. These low or no cost services are available to anyone in our county. Whether you have an idea for a business or have a business that has been around for 50 years, we are here to assist. Services are available to ANYONE in Marquette County because of the investment that our current partners make. Remember that your investment allows us to help businesses start, grow, overcome challenges and take advantage of opportunities.

Are you looking for more ways to utilize your partnership with the LSCP? We can help with that! The best way to start is to contact our staff to discuss your goals. We would love to connect you with the appropriate resources. Here are a few ideas that may help:

  • Maybe you’re looking to do more networking within the community. Attend (or even better, host!) a Business After Hours. Or get involved with one of the many LSCP committees.
  • Does your business have a big announcement to make or need assistance with a ribbon cutting or ground breaking? Let us handle all of the details and take that work off of your plate.
  • Stay tuned to our events calendar, we will post many free webinars and lunch and learns throughout the year on topics that are beneficial to you and your co-workers.
  • Are you looking for additional ways to market your business? Consider sending an eblast or utilizing our Key to the County program.

These are only a few of the ways being an LSCP partner will support your business. And we have added even more benefits this past year to keep in mind.

  • Lunch and Learn – we will assist your business in hosting your own Lunch and Learn. We will handle the marketing and registration of the event.
  • Surveying – do you have some research you’d like done? Our staff will assist you in creating a survey and collecting the results.
  • Event Registration – we will set up a registration page and take RSVPs for an event you are hosting.
  • Research Assistance – utilize our many research tools including ZoomProspector, SizeUp, Economic Modeling Specialists and more.

So when you receive your invoice for your investment in the LSCP, remember it is helping to sustain and grow economic development in Marquette County. As this growth occurs, tax revenue is increased allowing critical services, recreation and education to be funded which makes this a great place to live. Not already a partner? I invite you to contact our office (906.226.6591) to find out how joining could assist your business!

Happy New Year!

Amy Clickner, CEO, writes a bi-weekly column for the Mining Journal.

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