Schoolcraft Tourism & Commerce is a great resource for anyone thinking about starting a new business in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have the programs, people and track record of helping businesses of all sizes succeed. STC wants to continue to nurture a strong entrepreneurial community spirit in Schoolcraft County; therefore, whatever your idea, we can help you achieve it. Our staff regularly meets with entrepreneurs wanting to start a business in the county.  New businesses find an enthusiastic, nurturing partner with the STC.  To speak with a member of our staff, please contact us any time.
If you are a new business getting started or an existing businesses and are thinking about expanding or relocating to Schoolcraft County and need any assistance please review the following links or contact the STC Executive Director Alan Barr at (906) 286-1922.  The links below will be a great start for you on your journey.  These agencies offer various forms of business assistance from starting a business to business plan development and financing.

Schoolcraft County


Upper Peninsula 


State of Michigan

United States of America

Business Start-Up Guide
File Size: 1947 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File
For a quick reference guide check out this document created by the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.