Strong connections fuel great communities. See how our team’s engagement and local partnerships are creating lasting opportunities across the region.
Teri Sue and Sean Winters with Debi Howe (Hub Board Chair) at the recent Chi-Ishobak Open House at the new Dowagiac location. Chi-Ishobak is one of our strategic partners and a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) providing fair, responsible financing and banking services to economically distressed and historically underserved communities that traditional banks often avoid
Elizabeth Bernhard, Executive Director, South Haven Regional Business Hub; Brandy Key, Executive Director, South Haven Area Chamber of Commerce; Ross Stein, South Haven Charter Township Supervisor; Stephanie Timmer, Van Buren County Market President, Sturgis Bank, Lisa Crawford, Commercial Lending Assistant, Sturgis Bank at a recent Market One event.
Elizabeth recently met with Lake Michigan College President Dr. Ken Flowers at Water’s Edge Coffee Shop to discuss regional workforce development. As the host site for Hub programming, LMC South Haven provides essential space for entrepreneur success. This industry-driven partnership aligns education and business growth, ensuring shared opportunities and a stronger future for Southwest Michigan.
