Service members who are active duty, reservists and veterans can learn about getting their first small business loan at a June 15 workshop at Washtenaw Community College. The Michigan Small Business Development Center will offer advice for evaluating loan programs, answers to financing questions and support for developing business plans that support applications. Attendees will also have an opportunity to meet potential lenders.

Real estate developers, construction firms, and related industry professionals can get an insider tour of development sites in Grand Rapids at Developer Day on June 7. Attendees will get a first look at new sites while networking with local leaders. The event includes lunch, a development exhibition, happy hour, and personal tours at Factory Yards, one of the most anticipated large-scale developments in Grand Rapids.

Barrister Brewing will have a new home after the rehabilitation of a long-vacant, 19th-century building into a microbrewery, bar, and restaurant. The Westown Owosso mixed-use project also includes two apartments, a new insulated cool roof, and aspects such as windows and façade features that remain consistent with the building’s historic character.

The revitalization project will receive over $557,000 in gap financing through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Michigan Community Revitalization Program, $21,000 from the City of Owosso through its Main Street Program, and $100,000 from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

The Michigan Opportunity Podcast is at the Mackinac Policy Conference, where Michigan’s business, government, and civic leaders are meeting this week to discuss important topics such as economic growth, education, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. With special episodes on Thursday and Friday, join host Ed Clemente to hear from a wide range of guests who are helping to shape the future of economic development in Michigan.

• June 14: Better Money Habits Virtual Webinar
• June 15: Small Business Association of Michigan Annual Meeting & Business Summit
• June 27: No Excuse Today Workshop and Canva Training
• Aug. 3: Southfield Sourcing Summit
• Aug. 9-10: Advanced Manufacturing Expo 2023
• Michigan APEX Accelerators (formerly PTACs) Events Listing
• Michigan SBDC Events Listing