Economic Development

Business Support

According to a study by the Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy, at least 62% of new private sector jobs are created by existing businesses. This growth drives our regional economy through increased employment and capital investment, resulting in increased spending in all of Iron County’s communities. The ICECA understands the critical importance of our existing core businesses and strives to support the region’s overall business climate, ensuring the vitality and competitive advantage of Iron County, Michigan.

Business support begins with our Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber staff works to support and market all members as well as providing great member benefits from ribbon cuttings to reduced rates on vital business insurance. The Chamber Director takes great pride in meeting with each and every member to see how we can work collectively to help your business grow.

Beyond that, our staff is at the ready to help you explore possible expansion opportunities, from finding new customers, exploring and interpreting data trends, analyzing potential business expansions or help deciding if opening another location is the right business move.

We also strive to serve as an effortless conduit between your business and government on a local, regional, state, and federal level. If you aren’t sure who to call first, talk to us and we’ll pull together the right resources and people to get your questions answered quickly and clearly. 

Iron County is a great place to do business. Let us work with you to take that next step. If your business flourishes, all of Iron County benefits!

Contact

 

Contact our Team: 

Zach Hautala, Director, Zach@iron.org

Louisa Kniivila, Office Manager, Louisa@iron.org

 

Visit Our Office:

50 East Genesee Street, Iron River, MI 49935
Hours: Monday–Tuesday–Thursday–Friday: 10:00AM–2:00PM