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Lake Superior Community Partnership Announces Natalie Chmiko as Next Chief Executive Officer

Monday, April 13th, 2026

IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, April 13, 2026 Marquette County resident and Michigan economic development leader to assume role following structured transition MARQUETTE COUNTY — The Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) today announced the selection of Natalie Chmiko as its next Chief Executive Officer. Chmiko,…

Partnership Highlights for March 2026

Thursday, March 26th, 2026

Partnering with Local Governments to Create Prosperous Communities The LSCP’s 2024 – 2026 strategic plan has a specific focus area designed to help support the creation of vibrant communities. That area highlights our commitment to working not just as a private-sector entity, but also in close partnership with our public-sector…

Partnership Highlights for February 2026

Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

LSCP Partners with City of Ishpeming for Match on Main The LSCP team is honored to continue partnering with the City of Ishpeming to make MEDC’s Match on Main program available to local downtown businesses. The Match on Main grant program supports place-based businesses looking to strengthen and…

Lake Superior Community Partnership Announces Planned CEO Transition in 2026

Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 20, 2026 Lake Superior Community Partnership Announces Planned CEO Transition in 2026 Current CEO Christopher Germain to remain with organization through process to ensure continuity and stability MARQUETTE COUNTY — The Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) today announced a planned leadership transition, with CEO Christopher Germain sharing his intention to…

Central U.P. Small Business Support Hub Awards $108,703 to Local Businesses in Fourth Grant Cycle

Thursday, January 15th, 2026

IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 2025 Central U.P. Small Business Support Hub Awards $108,703 to Local Businesses in Fourth Grant Cycle Central U.P., MI – The Central Upper Peninsula Small Business Support Hub (the HUB) has awarded $108,703 to 15 small businesses across the Upper Peninsula, marking the successful completion…

Central U.P. Small Business Support Hub Marketing RFP

Monday, December 1st, 2025

Lake Superior Community Partnership Request for Proposals Marketing Services for the Central U.P. Small Business Support Hub (“The HUB”) Issue Date: December 1, 2025 Proposal Due Date: December 19, 2025 Request for Proposal

Celebrating Our 2025 Small Business Award Winners

Monday, November 10th, 2025

Celebrating Our 2025 Small Business Award Winners We are thrilled to recognize the outstanding small businesses and community leaders who are making a meaningful impact across our region. These award winners exemplify innovation, resilience, and a commitment to strengthening our local economy. Outstanding Small Business Award Recipients:

Marquette County Housing Efforts Bring Home Two Home Builders Association of Michigan Awards

Monday, November 10th, 2025

Marquette County Housing Efforts Bring Home Two Home Builders Association of Michigan Awards Housing Now recognized as Coalition of the Year, Housing Specialist recognized as Emerging Advocate November 11, 2025 Marquette County, MI – During the inaugural Home Builders Association of Michigan (HBAM) “Leadership…

Central U.P. Small Business Support Hub Awards $109,974 to 17 Local Businesses in Third Grant Cycle

Thursday, August 21st, 2025

August 21, 2025 Central U.P., MI – The Central Upper Peninsula Small Business Support Hub (the HUB) has awarded $109,974 to 17 small businesses across the Upper Peninsula, marking the successful completion of its third Direct Grant cycle. Combined with the $218,975 awarded during the first two cycles, the HUB has…

Lake Superior Community Partnership and 4C of the Upper Peninsula Awarded $184,000 in Funding to Coordinate Implementation of U.P. Childcare Action Plan and Family Child Care Networks

Tuesday, May 27th, 2025

MARQUETTE, MI — The Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) and 4C of the Upper Peninsula have been awarded two grants totaling $184,000 by the Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC) to support the implementation of the U.P. Childcare Coalition Action Plan and U.P. Family Child Care Networks (FCCNs). The action plan,…