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Birmingham Charm on the Eastside
Posted January 15, 2018
Sarah La Rou-Rozewicz is the owner and operator of Mimi La Rou Designs located in Roseville Michigan. Mimi La Rou officially opened its doors in June of 2016, but Rozewicz has years of experience in home interior decorating, custom furniture design, floral arrangement, and retail management. “My store specializes in home decor, furniture, gifts, furniture paint and unique finds. The storefront is part retail and part studio space,” she describes. “I aim to find items and create designs that are unique for my customers.”
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Spotlight’s On!
Posted December 20, 2017
In celebration of the giving season, Advancing Macomb is setting the spotlight on a local artist who truly gives back to our community: Anne Nicolazzo.
As a long-time resident of Macomb County, you may have spotted her at various community events over the years. She can usually be found behind the camera, but freelance photographer Anne Nicolazzo is more than just a behind-the-scenes gal; in fact, she is a professional and artistic leader, who dedicates her artistry to bettering the community.
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Blog Post
MISD Talks CTE
Posted December 7, 2017
It is an exciting time for Career & Technical Education in Macomb County. The support we are receiving from business partners, government officials, district leadership, and parents is at an all-time high.
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Tech Careers Made Here
Posted June 26, 2017
The need for trained and talented IT professionals in Michigan is growing by leaps and bounds. According to CompTIA, a not-for-profit computing technology association, the Michigan IT sector grew by more than five percent in 2016 adding nearly 11,000 new jobs. That brings the estimated number of workers employed in technology in Michigan to almost 222,000. This increasing demand for trained workers is not going to stop. To meet this need, it is more important than ever to have accredited educational programs in place to continue to fill the pipeline of educated IT professionals.
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Baker Industries Grows into it’s 25th Year
Posted March 30, 2017
Advancing Macomb is a proud sponsor of the Macomb Business Awards, which showcases innovative businesses across Macomb county. Our featured company is the winner of the Diversification Leader Award, Baker Industries, who is also celebrating 25 years in the business. Baker shares with Advancing Macomb how diversification and customer satisfaction drive their continued success.
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Michigan Business Awards 2017
Posted February 27, 2017
Nearly 400 people gathered for the 5th Annual Macomb Business Awards on February 14th. An event designed to celebrate innovative, forward-thinking and community-minded businesses throughout Macomb County, it’s also a great event to meet local business leaders.
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Press Release
Advancing Macomb to Sponsor Macomb Manufacturing Day October 7
Posted October 3, 2016
Advancing Macomb is one of this year’s Manufacturing Day sponsors in Macomb County. After researching and creating a county asset inventory, the Advancing Macomb Board of Directors conducted several interviews earlier this year to determine top priorities for the county. Each of the identified priorities creates a positive impact on Macomb’s economy, community or natural resources. Manufacturing and manufacturing technology emerged as the driving factor for Macomb’s economic success – within the Detroit Region and globally.
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Blog Post
MFG Day in Macomb County
Posted September 22, 2016
For the third year in a row, students from throughout Macomb County visited an area plant for Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) to learn about the industry and the careers it offers. Thanks to the willingness of 57 manufacturers who offered tours, an estimated 2,100 students participated.
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Blog Post
In Search of Tech
Posted September 22, 2016
Macomb County is the third most populated county in Michigan with a diversified portfolio of successful businesses. Its reputation is built on manufacturing, automotive, and defense. In addition to diversifying into other industries, Macomb continues to be a leader in its established sectors. But what does that success look like in the face of the latest technological advancements?
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A Seed Now Firmly Rooted
Posted August 26, 2016
Since its inception in 2013, The Little Mustard Seed Café and Shoppe has been serving farm-to-table meals. The menu at the café is varied, but with one goal: to provide customers with the freshest, most delicious, organic and gluten-free meals and beverages – and, perhaps, for an unexpected reason.
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