We are an informal group of Northern Michigan citizens seeking to have more local impact and connectedness with our money. We gather once a month for a potluck and to meet local entrepreneurs and learn about their projects. During our meetings, we also share ideas for how we might keep more of our money locally and invested for triple-bottom-line returns (financial, social, and environmental). This is an experiment of sorts with exciting offshoot possibilities, including the spawning of a more formal local investing club. For now, though, those interested in pursuing local investments with other group members or presenting entrepreneurs may do so independently of this ALAP group. Our meetings are open to any individual, although we request that you RSVP so that we can assure sufficient meeting space.
Hello fellow ALAPers,
Just a reminder that our next As Local As Possible
Investing Discussion Group meeting begins with a 6pm potluck this Thursday,
January 12 @ Michigan Land Use Institute headquarters (148 E Front St, Suite
301). Our invited speaker/entrepreneur is Steven Smiley, President and
CEO of Heron Wind Manufacturing. The format will be potluck from 6-7pm
followed by 5 minutes for any “speed pitches” and then a 55 minute slot for Steven’s
discussion/Q&A. The 8-9pm hour will be available for any group
business including a discussion of future entrepreneur/speaker possibilities.
Looking forward to seeing you all Thursday!
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