The Hub Culinary & Business Incubator

03/25/2026

Starting tomorrow at The HUB!
We’re excited to partner with the Michigan SBDC to bring Business Consulting Office Hours to Harrison!
Local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and start-ups can now access:
✔️ No-cost business consulting
✔️ Start-up assistance
✔️ Growth strategies
✔️ Cashflow & marketing support
✔️ Educational resources & more
No appointment necessary
New and existing clients welcome!
Let’s support and grow local business together.

03/02/2026

New at The HUB!

We’re excited to partner with the Michigan SBDC to bring Business Consulting Office Hours to Harrison!

Local entrepreneurs, small business owners, and start-ups can now access:
✔️ No-cost business consulting
✔️ Start-up assistance
✔️ Growth strategies
✔️ Cashflow & marketing support
✔️ Educational resources & more

No appointment necessary

New and existing clients welcome!

Let’s support and grow local business together.

03/02/2026

Have you met Emma yet? We're excited to share that Emma Maniez is taking on a bigger role here at Middle Michigan! Emma is ready to support all place-based businesses across Clare, Isabella and Osceola County and serve as the point of contact for community and downtown development on behalf of MMDC.

02/12/2026

Small- to mid-sized farmers in Clare, Isabella, and Osceola counties are invited to attend this upcoming event, hosted in partnership with the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD), MSU Extension, and the Midland Business Alliance to serve the East Central Michigan region.

Take part in a Farm to Family Listening Session and gain valuable insights on how to navigate Succession Planning for your operation.

Register today: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx..

Calling all small- to mid-sized farmers across Clare, Isabella and Osceola counties! Join us for this great event that we partnered with Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development - MDARD, MSU Extension and Midland Business Alliance to bring to the East Central Michigan area. Not only participate in a Farm to Family Listening Session but also discover how to address Succession Planning.

Register for this event today: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=h3D71Xc3rUKWaoku9HIl0SXcboURAn5EsArcqw0uhjxURDhTMVg4UTJJS1dEQUhHQlROOTFCQVJRMiQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

02/09/2026

BUSINESS GROWTH TIP OF THE WEEK!

Get More Customers by “Partnering Next Door”
Downtown businesses grow faster when they cross-promote with nearby shops. This week’s challenge: Pick one business within 2 blocks and do a simple “swap.” Easy ideas that work: Put each other’s flyers at the register Create a “show your receipt” discount.
Share each other in one Facebook/Instagram post Bundle a mini deal.

01/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s Business & Brews event!
We truly appreciate all of the local businesses who took the time to come out, connect, and engage in meaningful conversations. A special thank you to MMDC for hosting and supporting this event. It was a great evening of networking, collaboration, and learning about new and exciting business opportunities. We look forward to continuing these valuable connections within our business community.

01/27/2026

If you Own your own business check out this opportunity!

We are excited to share that the application period for our Facade Improvement Grant will be opening on February 1, 2026! Learn more here: https://mmdc.org/services/local-incentives/facadegrant/

This grant opportunity is available to businesses located in Clare, Isabella and Osceola counties.

01/19/2026

Check out what trainings the Michigan SBDC (Mid Michigan Region) has coming up in February 2026!

From QuickBooks Online to Google SEO, you can upskill for FREE!

Upcoming Trainings:

QuickBooks Online (Virtual Two-Part Series)
Dates: February 10th & 11th
Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM (both days)
Register Here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/5Y1bSaM7/quickbooks-online-virtual-training-5a1tVsBkcDd/overview

Social Media Marketing Fundamentals (In-Person)
Date: February 24th
Time: 8:30AM - 11:30AM
Register Here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/5Y1bSaM7/social-media-marketing-fundamentals-5a1tVsBmy0L/overview

LinkedIn Strategies for Business Growth (In-Person)
Dates: February 24th
Time: 12:30PM - 2:30PM
Register Here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/5Y1bSaM7/linkedin-strategies-for-business-growth-5a1tVsBmyTN/overview

Google Search Visibility & SEO Basics (with AI Awareness) (In-Person)
Dates: February 24th
Time: 3:00PM - 5:00PM
Register Here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/5Y1bSaM7/google-search-visibility-and-seo-basics-with-ai-awareness-5a1tVsBmuhW/overview

12/11/2025

Small Businesses check this out!

Providing grants to help small businesses grow, innovate, and support their local communities.

09/24/2025

✨ Exciting News from The Hub! ✨
We’ve been keeping a little secret… and it’s finally time to share! 🎉

💻 The Hub now has brand-new computers installed and ready for use! Whether you’re stopping by to get work done, learn something new, or just explore, we’ve got the tools to help you succeed.

Come check them out and see what’s new—we can’t wait to welcome you in! 🙌

Here’s what you need to know:
✅ A small payment is required to use the computers.
✅ You’ll need to bring your own laptop or tablet to connect.

Here’s how you can get access:
🔹 1-Day Pass: $10
🔹 Weekly Pass: $50
🔹 Monthly Rate: $125

Contact City Hall for more Details.

09/23/2025

🎉 Congratulations to the winner of The HUB Giveaway! 🎉

We are so thankful for everyone who participated and continues to support The HUB. Your energy and involvement help make our community stronger. 💛

Stay tune for more fun opportunities!

09/15/2025

🎉✨ BIG NEWS ✨🎉
We’re EXTENDING our GIVEAWAY, so YOU still have time to enter!

Don’t miss your chance to win 🎁
👉 Like this post
👉 Follow our page
👉 Tag a friend in the comments
👉 SHARE with your friends

Do all FOUR and you’ll be entered into our drawing! ✨

📅 New Deadline: 9-22-25
Winner announced: 9-23-25

Hurry this is your LAST chance to get in on the fun! 💥