BAY CITY, MI – Bay Future, Inc., a leading economic development organization in Bay County, announces the departure of Trevor Keyes as President & CEO. Keyes joined Bay Future in 2011 and served as the organization’s President & CEO since 2017, playing a pivotal role in the economic growth and development of the Bay County community.

“The Board of Directors and staff at Bay Future, Inc. are grateful for Trevor’s commitment over the past 13 years,” said Rob Clark, Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Directors. “We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.” 

The Board of Directors has begun working on a go-forward plan to build upon the strong foundation for which the organization is known. Bay Future, Inc. will continue its mission of promoting economic development, supporting local businesses, and fostering a thriving community. The Board of Directors and staff remain dedicated to the organization’s goals and will ensure a smooth transition during this period of change.

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Established in 2004, Bay Future, Inc. is a public-private alliance of government, business and other organizations that support economic growth in Bay County, Michigan and the Great Lakes Bay Region. Through the support of its investors, Bay Future is working to execute Bay Future: Drive. Forward., a five-year plan to drive existing business and entrepreneur development, new business recruitment and job growth, workforce initiatives, market available “shovel ready” locations and sites, and both local and regional communication and collaboration. These strategies are all in an effort to create quality jobs for community residents.