Mt. Holiday's Annual Corporate Sponsorship Program
Mt. Holiday is excited to announce our new Annual Corporate Sponsorship Program, offering businesses the opportunity to support our beloved Northern Michigan nonprofit ski hill while gaining year-round visibility to thousands of visitors. These annual sponsorships run from August 2026 through July 2027 and help support Mt. Holiday's outdoor recreation, youth programming, community events, and affordable access to the outdoors. Sponsors will receive prominent recognition throughout Mt. Holiday,
13th Circuit Court- Probate and Family Court Volunteer Services
13th Circuit Court- Probate and Family Court Volunteer ServicesJennifer Weber, Program Manager(231) 922-4827 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The 13th Circuit Court Family Division & Probate Court would like to invite you to make a difference in the community by donating your time to someone in need. Since 1971, the Volunteer Division has worked under the belief that citizen participation was much needed to enrich the court’s work with the community. Today, under the guidance of Judge Jennifer
TBA Credit Union Donates $5,150 to The Father Fred Foundation Through You Join. We Give. Campaign
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – This July, TBA Credit Union (TBACU) donated $5,150 to The Father Fred Foundation through their membership initiative, You Join. We Give. During April, May, and June 2026, TBACU pledged to donate every new memberships $10 membership fee to The Father Fred Foundation. Thanks to the support of new members, the campaign generated a donation that will help the organization continue providing essential resources to local individuals and families in need, including food assistance,
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News Release: 6/30/2026
North Arrow ABA Becomes a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) Autism Treatment Provider Michigan-Based Company Becomes an ABA services ESOP, Empowering Employees and Reinforcing its Commitment to Community-Based Clinical Excellence TRAVERSE CITY, MI — June 30, 2026 — North Arrow ABA, a Michigan-based provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services in the treatment of autism, announced that it has become an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, one of only a few ESOP-owned ABA service providers in
TBA Credit Union Deepens Community Commitment with TCAPS Contribution
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – In a continued effort to support the education of local students, TBA Credit Union (TBACU) has made its annual contribution to Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) totaling $17,250 for the 2026–2027 school year. The donated funds support a multi-faceted initiative that connects both athletics and education at Thirlby Field and throughout the district. Contributions help fund prominent, long-term sponsorship placements at Thirlby Field, including the large permanent scoreboard
Manistee Early Childhood Center partners with Northwest Michigan Works! for first Early Childhood Educator Youth Apprenticeship Program
Northwest Michigan Works!, in partnership with Manistee Early Childhood Center, has officially launched the region’s first-ever U.S. Department of Labor Registered Early Childhood Educator Youth Apprenticeship. The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for professional trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan. This innovative program will provide youth apprentices with a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience designed to meet essential industry needs and strengthen
TBA Credit Union Welcomes New Leaders to Strengthen Member Experience
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – TBA Credit Union (TBACU) has welcomed three new team members who will play key roles in strengthening service and enhancing the overall member experience.Kris Wood and Jill McDonnell have joined TBACU as Branch Leaders, while Jonathan Wilson joins the organization as IT Support Manager. In their respective roles, Wood and McDonnell will lead branch operations and foster meaningful, day-to-day connections with members, while Wilson will oversee IT support, helping ensure reliable
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GRAND TRAVERSE PAVILIONS ANNOUNCES 2026 ''CONCERTS ON THE LAWN'' SERIES
Free Thursday Evening Performances Run June 18 Through August 20 on the Grand Lawn TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — Grand Traverse Pavilions is proud to announce the return of our Concerts on the Lawn series, bringing another season of live music, community connection, and meaningful moments to residents, families, and neighbors throughout the region. The free concert series will take place every Thursday evening on the Grand Lawn at Grand Traverse Pavilions, running from June 18 through August 20. The outdoor
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What Your Traverse City Storefront Says Before Anyone Steps Inside
Window displays alone can boost foot traffic by 23%, and 8 out of 10 shoppers base their buying decisions on what they see in-store — which means your storefront is working for you, or against you, before a single customer opens the door. For businesses in Traverse City's walkable downtown, where summer tourists and local regulars share the same sidewalk, that first impression carries real weight. The good news: most of the changes that actually move the needle don't require a major renovation budget.The
HOME Agency Wins Multiple Honors at the 2026 American Advertising Awards
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 13, 2026 HOME Agency Wins Multiple Honors at the 2026 American Advertising Awards People-first startup agency recognized in its first year for digital, brand, and storytelling work across multiple client projects TRAVERSE CITY, MI —HOME Agency has been recognized with multiple honors at the 2026 American Advertising Awards, marking a significant milestone in the agency’s first year. The agency received four awards across digital experience, brand identity, and
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Your First 30 Days: Designing Onboarding Packets That Accelerate Confidence and Performance
Business owners set the tone for how new employees experience their first days on the job. A thoughtfully designed onboarding packet does more than share paperwork—it shapes clarity, confidence, and culture from day one.Quick Snapshot for Busy Owners Strong onboarding packets reduce ramp-up time and early turnover. Clear structure and pacing prevent overwhelm and build confidence. Culture, expectations, and role clarity should appear early and often. Delivery format matters just as much as
Springfield Commercial Roofing Earns Michigan Platinum Contractor of the Year for the Third Time, Specialty Membrane Project of the Year, Reinforcing Statewide Leadership in Commercial Roofing Excellence
KINGSLEY, Michigan – Springfield Commercial Roofing has been named Duro-Last Michigan Platinum Contractor of the Year for the third time, a distinction that recognizes contractors who consistently demonstrate exceptional installation, quality, system performance, and adherence to rigorous industry standards. The Michigan Platinum Contractor designation represents the highest tier of contractor recognition and reflects sustained excellence in workmanship and execution across commercial roofing
Building Lasting Loyalty in the Subscription Era
TL;DR In a world where memberships are one click away from cancellation, loyalty isn’t about gimmicks—it’s about delivering ongoing value, tailored experiences, and effortless renewals. Brands that treat their subscribers as evolving partners, not static accounts, create compounding satisfaction and advocacy.Why Subscription Loyalty Feels Different Now Membership models have replaced one-time transactions. Customers now expect not only what they paid for—but continuous evidence that they made the right
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How Small Businesses Can Maintain Healthy Cash Flow for Long-Term Stability and Growth
Keeping your business’s cash flow steady is like keeping the heart of your company beating. When cash consistently flows in and out with control, owners can make decisions confidently, plan for expansion, and avoid unnecessary debt. TL;DR Cash flow management is about timing — ensuring your business always has enough on hand to cover expenses while funding future opportunities. Focus on forecasting income, tracking expenses, invoicing consistently, and reinvesting wisely. Why Cash Flow
Brand Like You Mean It: Foundational Moves for Small Business Owners
A logo won’t save you. Neither will a slick font. Branding is a decision—not a decoration. When you’re starting a business, everything feels like it needs to happen at once. But brand work? That’s not extra. It’s structural. Every conversation, every pitch, every page on your site builds from this foundation. Get your brand right, and things start sticking. Get it wrong—or ignore it—and every next step slips through your fingers.Define Who You Are Before Anyone Else Does You don’t start with colors—you
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Scroll-Stopping Stories: Visual Marketing for a Generation Raised Online
In the loud, over-saturated amphitheater of social media, attention isn’t earned through logic—it’s sparked through feeling. For younger audiences who live and breathe in pixels and scrolls, what’s seen matters more than what’s said. They’ve grown up immersed in visual content, fluent in meme-speak and trained to detect inauthenticity faster than a banner ad loads. For brands, this doesn’t just require aesthetic savvy; it demands cultural fluency and a willingness to trade control for creativity. Emotion
Steps to Build and Sustain a Profitable Home Services Business
Have you ever dreamed of turning your knack for fixing things or your passion for home improvement into a lucrative business? Launching a home services enterprise could be your gateway to financial independence and professional fulfillment. However, the journey from concept to thriving business involves more than just good intentions – it requires strategic planning, insightful market analysis, and meticulous execution. Whether you’re aiming to become the go-to handyman in your neighborhood or the
Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Intelligent Search and Retrieval: Entrepreneurs frequently need to access specific information buried within a vast collection of documents. The
