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Join us for Career Connections to meet with job seekers and local high school students.

If your business or nonprofit is hiring or has internships available, reserve your spot for March 12!

Learn more and register - https://career-connections-2026.rsvpify.com/

Congratulations to the local businesses receiving grant awards!

Momentum Builds After Fall Pitch Competition as Lean Rocket Lab and Michigan Tribe Award Additional $86,550 to 14 Small Businesses in Jackson and Lenawee Counties FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFeb. 3, 2026JACKSON, Mich., Feb. 3, 2026 -- What started last fall as a high-energy pitch competition has evolved into a sustained investment in South Central Michigan's entrepreneurial future. Following thier successful $50,000 Pitch Competition in November, Lean Rocket Lab and...

Career Connections brings together hiring companies from all industries with job seekers of all backgrounds and experience levels, creating opportunities for employment, apprenticeships, internships, and career advancement.

Local businesses and nonprofits are welcome!

Reserve your spot - https://career-connections-2026.rsvpify.com

This small Michigan college sent Jon Gruden a surprise package that has him absolutely fired up The former Super Bowl winning NFL head coach serendipitously connected with the school's men's volleyball team in transit at the airport. And his respect for the program has only grown since.

Applications for the next Lean Rocket Lab Fellows Program are due by Saturday, January 31.

12 small businesses are selected to participate in the Fellows program. This program includes a cohort-based, intensive business bootcamp (12 weekly sessions held in Hudson, MI) and provides milestone-based financial incentives, as well as access to coaches, mentors and resources.

Learn more - https://lenawee-now-lean-rocket-lab.squarespace.com/

Or contact [email protected]

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Are you hiring? Have internships available?

Sign up for our Career Connections event at the Align Center on Thursday, March 12.

Career Connections gives local businesses and nonprofits an opportunity to meet with job seekers, as well as local high school students, and promote job openings.

Register here - https://career-connections-2026.rsvpify.com/

Registration is now open for Career Connections Job Fair on March 12 at the Align Center.

This event will connect you to local job seekers and students!

https://career-connections-2026.rsvpify.com/

Attention small business owners in Lenawee County!

12 small businesses will be selected to participate in the Lean Rocket Lab LOCAL Fellows program 🚀

Business bootcamp - meet weekly for 12 sessions in Hudson, MI beginning in March.

Milestone-based financial incentives 💰

Access to coaches, mentors and resources to help your small business grow!

📣 Don't miss out! The deadline to apply is January 31!

https://lenawee-now-lean-rocket-lab.squarespace.com/

🗓 Deadline to apply: January 11, 2026

💻 Apply now → https://www.leanrocketlab.org/grant

Funding Opportunity for Small Businesses and Startups that you won't want to miss! 💸

Lean Rocket Lab x Michigan Tribe are giving away $50,000 in grant funding for small businesses and startups located in Jackson, Lenawee, and Hillsdale Counties.

Eligible businesses can receive up to $20,000 to fund equipment, software, inventory, certifications, or expert business help.

🗓 Deadline to apply: January 11, 2026
💻 Apply now → https://www.leanrocketlab.org/grant

Eligibility Highlights:

✅ Own and operate a small business or startup located in Jackson, Lenawee, or Hillsdale County.
✅ Must be SEDI-owned, located in a rural/disadvantaged area, or disproportionately affected by COVID-19
✅ Must attend virtual Business Finance 101 workshop (Jan 28, 12–1:30 PM)

Find full requirements on our website → https://www.leanrocketlab.org/grant and apply today!

Have a growing business in Lenawee or Hillsdale County that you want to take to the next level?

12 small businesses will be selected to participate in the Lean Rocket Lab LOCAL Fellows program 🚀

This program includes a cohort-based, intensive business bootcamp (weekly sessions held in Hudson, MI) and provides milestone-based financial incentives, as well as access to coaches, mentors and resources.

📣 Don't miss out! The deadline to apply is January 31!

Learn more:

Lenawee Now Have a growing business in Lenawee or Hillsdale County that you want to take to the next level?You may be a good candidate for the Lean Rocket Fellows Program!What is the LOCAL Entrepreneurial Fellows Program?This program is designed for business owners ready to take their venture to new heights. By...