Entrepreneurship

Members of the Perry family with Pure Vitality drinks

For the Perry family a journey to health included a brand new business

The Perry family's journey to opening Pure Vitality was a personal one. Now, their family business is aimed at bringing health to the greater community. 

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Business simulation game provides real-life benefits

Jobs and scholarships were on the line as over 200 student competitors from Central Michigan University were mentored by 40 businesses for the 7th Annual ERPsim Invitational Competition.

A Mitchell's Gourmet Deli employee shows off a pizza in progress
Beyond pizza and sandwiches: Mitchell’s Gourmet Deli credits customers with success

Mitchell's Gourmet Deli has discovered a handy trick for rapid small business growth: handcrafted food and hands-on customer service.

Damian Fisher, owner of TurtleFrog Brewing Company
Local entrepreneur enrolls in small business program to help launch planned downtown brewpub

The new brewpub will occupy the old Gray Sky Gallery building in downtown. Owner Damian Fisher hopes it will become a hub for local brewers and beer drinkers alike. 

Paul Siers harvests the berries from Autumn Olive shrubs on his farm
An invasive species may help ward off cancer and chronic disease

Just west of Mt. Pleasant, Autumn Berry Farm operates in a regulatory grey area. The bright red berries harvested from its fields each fall may hold health benefits we're only just beginning to understand. 

Mt. Pleasant recognized for contributions to Michigan’s entrepreneurial growth, economic development

Communities from across 54 Michigan counties were analyzed on a range of factors, including five-year changes in property values, community assets, and tax rates. 

Kevin Park, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Psychology Neuroscience Program, works in the lab at Central Michigan University.
With a focus on research, Central Michigan University, is putting its stamp on the scientific world

In the U.S., most research is conducted by a small percentage of higher education institutions. With ongoing trials in areas such as mitochondrial repair, tuberculosis, and Alzheimer's disease, CMU is among them. 

A vacant building and an entrepreneurial spirit helped launch a small Michigan manufacturer

Two years in, MVM7 trailers is riding on nationwide success and looking for ways to connect to local community. 

Holiday gift boxes support small businesses while funding local and international projects

The Mt. Pleasant Rotary is running a holiday gift box fundraiser and 100% of the proceeds go towards local and international service projects.

Serenti's Treasures has a new second location inside Gray Sky Galleries
Antiques and crafts dealer opens seasonal second location in downtown Mt. Pleasant

Local antiques success, Serenti's Treasures, is setting up shop downtown just in time for the holiday season. 

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