Who We Are

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Fostering collaboration to build prosperity in rural northern Michigan

The Alliance for Economic Success is a 501C3 public-private partnership that collaborates across Wexford and Missaukee Counties to support a healthy, integrated prosperity ecosystem for the Greater Cadillac Area.

Lisa Miller, Executive Director

Lisa Miller joined the Alliance for Economic Success as Executive Director in 2021, bringing over 20 years of experience helping individuals, organizations, and communities meet their economic and prosperity goals.  A northern Michigan native with degrees from Alma College (B.A) and Grand Valley State University (M.Ed., M.A) and a background in workforce development, strategic planning, and human-centered design, Miller is committed to growing collaborations and leveraging resources to support sustainable, prosperous communities in rural Northern Michigan. As part of her appointment, Miller also serves as an Extension Educator for Michigan State University. 

Meet Our Board

Jeffrey

Bassett

Treasurer | 4Front CU – VP Treasury Management
Carla

Filkins

City of Cadillac, Mayor
Randy

Hill

Baker College of Cadillac, Director
Peter

Marinoff

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, President
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Mike

Musta

Wexford County Commissioner
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Pam

Niebrzydowski

Missaukee County Commissioner
Patrick

Tiedt

Vice-Chair | Consumers Energy, Community Affairs Manager
Jeremy

Winkle

Chair | VanDrie Home Furnishings, Owner

Investors 

As a 501c3 non-profit, AES is powered by our investors who recognize that economic development must be embedded in and resourced by the community it serves. 

Community & Corporate Investors

Public Investors

Chamber of Commerce Partners

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