Networks Northwest

05/28/2026

Congratulations to our Community Planner, Stephanie Marchbanks on her recent graduation from Leadership Little Traverse! 👩‍🎓👏

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

📣 Webinar 1 | June 3, 2026
⭐ THE MICHIGAN EMPLOYER ROADMAP TO CHILD CARE SOLUTIONS ⭐

Child care is more than a family issue — it’s a workforce strategy. Join Michigan business leaders, employers, and workforce champions for the first session in this impactful webinar series.

🗓 June 3, 2026
⏰ 2:30 - 4:00 PM ET

🔹 Webinar 1: Why Child Care Is a Workforce Strategy
Explore why businesses play a key role in child care solutions and workforce participation.

Featuring experts from:
• US Chamber Foundation
• Atlanta Fed
• Business Leaders United
• MiLEAP
• Pulse
• Kalsec

Designed for:
✔ Michigan Employers
✔ HR Leaders
✔ Chambers of Commerce
✔ Economic Developers
✔ Regional Child Care Coalitions
✔ Business Associations
✔ Michigan Child Care Champions

🎟 Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/pulsewebinar

Powered By Pulse, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), and supported through Michigan’s business and economic development network. MiLEAP works to expand access to high-quality, affordable child care and early learning programs, helping more Michiganders participate in the workforce and strengthening businesses across the state.

This project was made possible by grant number 90TP0138. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official view of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed on Monday, May 25. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26 at 8:00 AM.

For additional information and resources, please visit: networksnorthwest.org

05/21/2026

We’re just a little over 2 weeks away from Development Spotlight: Petoskey!

If you’re a real estate developer, construction company, business leader, or simply curious about the exciting growth happening in and around Petoskey, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Join us for a full day of educational programming, networking opportunities, a guided bus tour, and a walking tour showcasing current and future development opportunities in Petoskey. Connect with key local partners, gain valuable insights, and get an inside look at what’s shaping the future of the region.

Registration closes soon — don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation! Register here: https://thenlea.com/calendar/development-spotlight-petoskey/

We're grateful for the generous support of our sponsors, Consumers Energy, Networks Northwest, Miller Canfield, Michigan Office of Rural Prosperity, and Honor Bank.

05/18/2026

🚗 Reminder, Traverse City — the Road to Restoration Clinic is happening THIS WEDNESDAY!

OS Reentry, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of State, is hosting a Road to Restoration Clinic on:

🗓 Wednesday, May 20, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Traverse City Michigan Works!
1209 S. Garfield Ave

This free clinic helps individuals take the next steps toward reinstating their driver’s license. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with state representatives and volunteer attorneys to better understand their path forward.

✅ Free driving records for the first 120 participants
⚖️ Volunteer attorneys onsite
📋 Resource & vendor tables
📚 OHAO Classes 257 & 258 offered by the Secretary of State
…and more!

🔗 Pre-registration is strongly encouraged at: michigan.gov/r2r

Take the first step on your Road to Restoration — we hope to see you this Wednesday in Traverse City!

🚗 Save the Date - Road to Restoration is coming to Traverse City!

OS Reentry, in collaboration with the Michigan Department of State, is hosting a Road to Restoration Clinic on:

🗓 May 20, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Traverse City Michigan Works!
1209 S. Garfield Ave

This free clinic helps individuals take the next steps toward reinstating their driver’s license. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with state representatives and volunteer attorneys to better understand their path forward.

✅ Free driving records for the first 120 participants
⚖️ Volunteer attorneys onsite
📋 Resource & vendor tables
📚 OHAO Classes 257 & 258 offered by the Secretary of State
…and more!

🔗 Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and opens 6 weeks prior to the event at: michigan.gov/r2r

Take the first step on your Road to Restoration—we hope to see you there!

05/18/2026

Northern Michigan isn’t just a great place to visit — it’s a great place to build a career and a life.

The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance recently launched a new Talent Attraction & Retention Campaign highlighting the opportunities, industries, lifestyle, and communities that make our region a great place to work and grow. This video is available to any business to use as a talent recruitment tool.

Watch and share the new video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB-3GoBNNgM&t=4s

05/18/2026

05/15/2026

What an incredible afternoon at the Distinguished Service Award Luncheon hosted by Traverse Connect!

We were thrilled — and pleasantly surprised — when our very own Christal Frost-Anderson, Regional Director of OS Reentry Services at Networks Northwest, was honored with the Leadership Grand Traverse Alum Award! 👏

Christal is an extraordinary asset to our community. From being a well-known media host and launching her new podcast, Currently, with Christal Frost, to passionately advocating for justice-involved individuals and supporting successful transitions after incarceration, her impact is truly inspiring. Her dedication to second chances, community connection, and compassionate leadership continues to change lives across Northwest Michigan.

We are honored to have Christal as part of our incredible team of community leaders. 💙

Congratulations as well to all of the distinguished award recipients:
🏆 Rising Star TCYP Member of the Year Award- Lt. Roger Craig with Michigan State Police
🏆 Economic Impact Award — Interlochen Center for the Arts
🏆 New Business of the Year Award — The Dandy TC
🏆 Community Builder Award — Traverse City Horse Shows
🏆 Distinguished Service Award — Ray Minervini, president of The Minervini Group

Ray was recognized for his visionary leadership behind The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, reminding us all that great communities are built with “art on the walls and music in the halls.”

Tears were shed, hugs were shared, and once again we were reminded why this is one of our favorite events of the year.

Thank you to Traverse Connect for hosting such a meaningful celebration and for recognizing Networks Northwest as the event drink sponsor! 🍵