by Allison Szlachta | Feb 23, 2026 | Newsletter
Return North is more than just a career fair, it’s a year-round initiative working to connect future (or returning) Yoopers with meaning career opportunities in the UP. We feel everyone should have the opportunity to build their career in the most beautiful part of...
by Allison Szlachta | Feb 23, 2026 | Newsletter
Horse owners, trainers, and equine healthcare professionals know the challenges that go along with the proper care and maintenance of these powerful, yet sensitive animals. Helping a horse recover their balance and confidence after injury or stress is a tedious,...
by Allison Szlachta | Jan 28, 2026 | Newsletter
2026 is off to a powerful- and unmistakably Keweenaw- start at MTEC SmartZone. As the region digs out from nearly 100 inches of snowfall this season, we want to highlight a first-ever product launch, national-scale growth, and strategic investment. You’ll also find...
by Allison Szlachta | Jan 23, 2026 | Newsletter
Steelhead Technologies, an alumni client of MTEC SmartZone, received an $84 M growth capital investment from Mainsail Partners just before the end of 2025. While many manufacturers still rely on clipboards, physical tracking tools, or spreadsheets, Steelhead’s...
by Allison Szlachta | Jan 23, 2026 | Newsletter
MTEC SmartZone is proud to celebrate its’ former client, SightLine, and their recent success in being inquired by MeetYourClass. Their growth and acquisition mark a major milestone not only for the company, but for Michigan’s innovative network in the UP and beyond....
by Allison Szlachta | Jan 23, 2026 | Newsletter
When Delano Bat Company opened sales for the first time in December 2025, the response was more than what anyone could have imagined. The flagship limited release of their Original GamerTM BBCOR bat sold out in just 90 minutes and again sold out just a month later....
