As InvestUP Chair Mahaney leaves a legacy of strategic action, the board remains focused on impact outcomes
Incoming chair Hicks to address strategic priorities of business and talent attraction and retention, education and workforce development, population growth, housing UPPER PENINSULA, MI (March 22, 2022) This month, InvestUP board of directors leadership will transition from founding InvestUP Chairman and CEO of Veridea Group, Bob Mahaney, to Steve Hicks, CEO of Longyear. Hicks will […]
U.P. downtowns transformed into revitalized destinations
Placemaking projects energizing the experiences for residents & visitors UPPER PENINSULA, MI (Feb. 8, 2022) The downtown streets of villages, cities, and towns across the Upper Peninsula bustle with activity. Art galleries, craft breweries, unique boutiques, distinctive restaurants — all can be found in the walkable downtown districts of the U.P. As more people are […]
Episode 9: Dr. Richard Koubek, President of Michigan Technological University
https://vimeo.com/666019376 Lead to Succeed: Conversations with U.P. Business Leaders is an interview series focused on leadership in the Upper Peninsula. Dr. Richard Koubek, President of Michigan Technological University, shares his insights on the complementary relationship between all of the higher education institutions in the U.P., the university’s relationship with the local community, and how higher […]
New Office of Rural Development a major win for U.P. communities and businesses
MARQUETTE, MI (January 5, 2022) InvestUP lauded the creation of the Michigan Office of Rural Development to help strengthen and build prosperity among the state’s rural communities. Executive Order 2022-1 calls for the new office to coordinate departments and agencies to advance opportunity and provide guidance on economic development, affordable housing, environmental preservation, green energy […]
U.P. Businesses and People
Continue to Thrive!
2021 Year in Review More than $ 0 Million* is being invested into the U.P.’s infrastructure. More than 0 Businesses across the region opened for business or expanded and created jobs. Nearly 0 % of U.P. Hospitals expanded or joined larger healthcare systems to advance rural healthcare options. More than $ 0 Million record visitors […]
Episode 8: Kristen Mariuzza, VP of Environmental and Social Performance at Lundin Mining Corporation
https://vimeo.com/654585995 Lead to Succeed: Conversations with U.P. Business Leaders is an interview series focused on leadership in the Upper Peninsula. Kristen Mariuzza, Vice President of Environmental and Social Performance at Lundin Mining Corporation, talks to Steve about the challenges of the pandemic, connecting to the community, responsible mining, and building opportunity in the U.P. For […]
Episode 7: Jan Allman, SVP Pub. Affairs & Com. Relations, Fincantieri Marine Group
https://vimeo.com/642060980 Lead to Succeed: Conversations with U.P. Business Leaders is an interview series focused on leadership in the Upper Peninsula. Jan Allman, Senior VP of Public Affairs and Community Relations at Fincantieri Marine Group, talks to Steve Arwood about workforce development, housing, and how U.P. communities can come together to maximize their power. For more […]
Episode 6: Chuck Nelson, CEO of Dickinson County Healthcare System
https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/633040329 Lead to Succeed: Conversations with U.P. Business Leaders is an interview series focused on leadership in the Upper Peninsula. Chuck Nelson, CEO of Dickinson County Healthcare System in Iron Mountain, shares insights on how DCH has continued to lead the community through the pandemic, opportunities for growth and talent attraction in the U.P., and […]
Episode 5: Kelly George, Former CEO of mBank
https://vimeo.com/599678768 Lead to Succeed: Conversations with U.P. Business Leaders is an interview series focused on leadership in the Upper Peninsula. Kelly George, former CEO of mBank, shares insights on how the bank operated amidst the pandemic, shifting its focus to help small businesses receive COVID-19 grants. Note: This episode was taped prior to the merger […]
Episode 4: Jessica Frost, General Manager, Heavy Equipment Group at Trident Maritime Systems
https://vimeo.com/578034489 Lead to Succeed: Conversations with U.P. Business Leaders is an interview series focused on leadership in the Upper Peninsula. Jessica Frost, General Manager, Heavy Equipment Group at Trident Maritime Systems, shares how the company has continued to adapt throughout the pandemic despite supply chain shortages and what attracts talent to the Upper Peninsula. This […]