The Lake Superior Community Partnership held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the official opening of the West End Economic Hub. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in the LSCP’s mission to foster economic growth and community development throughout Marquette County.
Located at 910 US Highway 41 W, Ishpeming, MI, the West End Economic Hub offers a collaborative space for organizations within western Marquette County to access on-the-ground economic development resources. Staffed by the LSCP, the Hub is open with public hours four days a week and has additional availability for LSCP Partners to utilize membership services. The West End Hub is designed to be a catalyst for economic activity, ensuring that the West End’s business community continues to thrive and evolve.
“The West End Economic Hub is the result of many conversations that began nearly a year ago. I applaud the vision of those participating in the discussions and want to thank former members of the GINCC Board of Directors as well as the LSCP Board of Directors for their support in getting us to this point,” said Christopher Germain, CEO of the LSCP. “The space will not only serve as a second location for LSCP services but also as an example of the very real economic momentum occurring right now in western Marquette County.”
“The West End Hub’s opening is just the beginning of what we expect will be a long-term investment to further strengthen our partnership with businesses and communities in western Marquette County. The LSCP has always been a countywide organization; this investment furthers that approach.”
The ribbon-cutting event featured remarks from LSCP leadership, West End Hub investors, and community leaders followed by a tour of the new facility. All community members, including business owners, entrepreneurs, and residents, attended the ceremony to celebrate this new resource for the West End.
“We are thrilled to offer a more permanent resource to the West End community,” said Lauren Rotundo, Small Business Support Specialist at the West End Economic Hub. “Our goal is to create a vibrant and supportive environment where businesses can grow, innovate, and, most importantly, succeed. This office represents a new and exciting chapter in our commitment to the economic vitality of Marquette County’s West End.”
Moving forward, the West End Hub will officially begin its new operating hours:
- Monday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Thursday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Meetings outside office hours are available by appointment. Reach out to the Small Business Promotions Specialist, Lauren Rotondo, at lauren@marquette.org or (906) 204-2101 to learn more.
More details regarding available services, contact information, and West End Forward initiatives can be found at: marquette.org/west-end-economic-hub. The launch of the West End Hub wouldn’t be possible without its investors: Nicolet Bank, Northern Michigan University, and the City of Negaunee.
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