U.P. sauna company works up a sweat
Engadine construction company finds success with hand-crafted, barrel-shaped, portable saunas. They're shipped across the country and common at homes and camps in the U.P.
Engadine construction company finds success with hand-crafted, barrel-shaped, portable saunas. They're shipped across the country and common at homes and camps in the U.P.
Innovation is not new in the U.P. And Invent@NMU and other organizations are mentoring and encouraging students and others to pursue innovations.
From birch trees in deep forests to pebbles found along the majestic Lake Superior shoreline, the rugged landscape of the U.P. has inspired the eco-friendly jewelry and artisan goods of Beth Millner Jewelry.
A new refillery in Hancock helps U.P. residents kick the plastic habit.
Northwoods Test Kitchen is self-described as a “small scale deli and shared-use kitchen, dedicated to utilizing and respecting local food."
Munising Cannabis Company, a locally owned and operated “seed-to-weed” establishment, is now among 11 cannabis microbusinesses scattered throughout state but the only one in the U.P.
“By aligning its natural resources and assets with this economic moment, Michigan has a chance to lead the nation and establish the U.P. and Michigan as the center of excellence in outdoor recreation and mobility innovation,” said developer David Ollila.
Kristoffer Rusch traded a career in neuroscience to become a brewer in Menominee, where he owns and operates Three Bridge Brewing Co. with his wife, Sarah.
The Marquette Outdoor Venture Innovation Center will serve as an incubator for budding entrepreneurs in the booming outdoor recreation innovation sector.
Hobby store opened to entertain young people becomes a gathering place for game enthusiasts of all ages.
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