The B.E.S.T of St. Clair County
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The Business and Entrepreneurial Support Team (B.E.S.T.) of St. Clair County was formed to develop mechanisms that will create a more positive climate for entrepreneurship throughout the region. The Team, along with its partners, is working to create a countywide alliance that brings together a network of entrepreneurs and business service providers to share ideas and resources. To that end, the Team is also working to ensure the necessary infrastructure for entrepreneurial support is in place so that St. Clair County is THE place for entrepreneurs to thrive.
Local Business Resources
Click here to view full size picture Would you like to start or grow a business in St. Clair County? Click below for resources that will help you achieve success!
Statewide Business Resources
Click here to view full size picture Check out the links below for resources and assistance available through state governmental agencies and other national business resource organizations.

Local Government in St. Clair County
St. Clair County Administration Building in Port Huron, Michigan [Click here to view full size picture] Many of the local units of government in St. Clair County can provide you with resources or information about their communities. Resources include Downtown Development Authorities, Entrepreneurial Support Teams, and information on rules and regulations.
Business Financing Resources
Click here to view full size picture There are a number of financial institutions in St. Clair County that may be able to help you with your business finances.
Business Resources on the Web
Click here to view full size picture The links below will help you conduct research and find the information you need to help you start a new business or enhance an existing business. They have been organized by topic to allow for quicker navigation.
Why St. Clair County
Click here to view full size picture St. Clair County has it all! Fantastic recreational opportunities, fishing, boating, trails, beaches, community festivals, great farms, abundant natural resources, and beautiful downtowns all contribute to the amazing quality of life here in the Blue Water Area.
Agribusiness Resources & Links
Click here to view full size picture Agriculture is an important part of St. Clair County's economy. With an abundance of farmland and a growing number of farmers who are developing traditional and niche value-added operations, there is a large potential for successful Ag Entrepreneurs.
St. Clair County Entrepreneurial Club
Click here to view full size picture The E-Club meets once a month at locations around St. Clair County. This month's E-Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 24th at 6:00 p.m. at Red Mudd Studio, 640 Richman Road, Kimball, Michigan.

The topics this month will be "Marketing Your Business" and "Marketing Your Business Online." Featured speakers will be Deb Maxwell of Red Mudd Studio and Kristopher Jackson of Prompt Internet Solutions.

There is no fee to attend. Come learn from other, successful small business owners!!

Call Kathe Hale at 810-358-8247 or email halek@msu.edu
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News from around the Blue Water Area
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Downtown groups partner to improve service
Eateries take it outside
Stanley Cup makes trip to area to cheer up campers
County's credit rating gets boost
Cabins, re-enactors teach residents about history
Federal building project is done
Port Huron Develops A Vision
Going Hollywood: How To Make Your Community Film Friendly
GREEN SPACE: The legalese of going green
County works to ready land
June Entrepreneur Club Meeting - June 24
Group plans film showcase
St. Clair historians to dedicate Customs House
Rain helps corn thrive in Michigan
Crops yield cash, clues
Local produce worth wait
Winner chosen for business makeover
Residents enjoy river resources
Marine City improving waterfront
Six companies in hunt to run McMorran
SC4 to build 'green' roof
This page last updated on 6/19/2008.

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