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South Haven Regional Business Hub

Helping small businesses grow.

Targeted support for small businesses in the South Haven region

Live Workshops and Tools

Making the South Haven Region a place where entrepreneurs want to start and grow.

Combining collective knowledge, connections and resources of the community, creating initiatives and partnerships for ALL our local entrepreneurs.

Welcome Growth Series 2024 Participants

Precision Syrups, Tiffany Wood
Home Modification Occupational Therapy Association (HMOTA), Karen Koch
Outpost Sports, Jacquie Lea
Creative Catering and GG Sweets, Sarah Cox

During the Growth Series participants receive one-on-one mentoring and achieve measurable business growth milestones based on the Growth Wheel and mentor and self-assessment. Each participant attended a series of 7 workshops in addition to weekly mentoring meetings for 7 weeks. The series will culminate with The PITCH event in October.

Stay tuned for details!

Mead Mechanical South Haven Grows Despite Challenges

Discover how Mead Mechanical, a family-owned heating and air conditioning company in South Haven, Michigan, has navigated industry challenges and achieved success through resilience, networking, and a strong family support system. Learn about their journey, from humble beginnings to overcoming setbacks and building a thriving business.

Bringing a 30-Year Dream to Life: The Story of Pet-a-Cure Grooming Boutique

Studies show that pets can lower blood pressure, ease depression, and provide a sense of purpose. This realization gave new meaning to the name Pet-a-Cure and ultimately led Erin Mishler to follow her passion for animals. Her first grooming client, a former homecare patient’s toy poodle named Angel, played a special role in inspiring this new chapter.

Success Stories from the South Haven Regional Business Hub’s Growth Series Midterm

Growth Series 2025 participants highlight their progress in a midterm report including the challenges and the wins!

Lisa Miller, President and Owner of Forever Clean Soap Works, Inc., in St. Joseph, MI, started her business with a simple, powerful mission: to create high-quality, non-toxic products for her family.

Since joining the South Haven Regional Business Hub as Executive Director in July 2025. I have been continually inspired by the strength of the foundation we’ve built. Our innovative programming and strong regional ecosystem enables entrepreneurs to turn ideas into thriving businesses. We serve entrepreneurs who are deeply committed to growing their businesses and strengthening our regional economy.

South Haven, Michigan, isn't just a picturesque lakeside town; it's a testament to the power of collaboration, where a robust network of community partners and a thriving business ecosystem are fueling growth and innovation.