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Imlay City has always had a great relationship with Lapeer Development Corporation.
What this means for you is that Imlay City has a network of resources to help you get started!
1) Education Oportunities
a) Fundamentals of Starting a Business
1) This course is designed for anyone who is thinking of starting a business or some who are in the very early stages and would like to make sure they are building a strong foundation. This course will cover readiness to be in business, explain the steps and process to start a business, and provide you with information and tools to start planning your business. Introduction to writing a business plan will also be included.
2) These classes are held in Flint at Kettering University and Lapeer at Mott Community College.
2) Financial Assistance
a) There is no free money, but depending on your business plans, there may be financial assistance. Lapeer Development Corporation has this information readily available and would be more than willing to discuss options with you.
b) Information about Imlay City Loans and Grant Programs will be available through Lapeer Development Corporation as well.
Contact Patricia Lucas, Executive Director of Lapeer Development Corporation at 810-667-0080
Imlay City is in the early stages of a Commercial Incubator
If you are interested in low-rent space for your business start-up, please contact Monica Irelan, DDA Director at 810-724-2135 or Kim Marrone, Chamber Director, at 810-724-1361. Depending on interest, this project will be moving forward this summer (2010).
Imlay City is open and willing to do what it takes to allow you and your business to be successful.
Please approach us at any stage in your business and let us know what you need!
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