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UPCOMING EVENTS
Panel: Digital Transformation in Manufacturing
Part of the 20Fathoms Expert SeriesManufacturing plays a major role in the Grand Traverse regional economy. 17% of employees in Grand Traverse County work in manufacturing—more than double the national average of 8%—and manufacturing represents 18% of Michigan’s GDP. In honor of Manufacturing Month, join the Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Council for a free workshop […]
The Qualified Opportunity Fund: A New Tax-Advantaged Investment Vehicle
Part of the 20Fathoms Expert SeriesThe 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (P.L. 115-97) created new investment vehicles—Qualified Opportunity Funds (“QOF”)—designed to stimulate investments in designated low-income communities—Qualified Opportunity Zones—across the U.S. One such QOZ is located on the south side of Traverse City.Under new Section 1400Z-2, a taxpayer having a gain on sale or […]
Contract Manufacturing 101: Getting It Made
Entrepreneurs planning to launch a physical product face a unique set of challenges, and with in-house manufacturing presenting an extremely high barrier to entry, most turn to contract manufacturing. But what are the factors to consider when searching for a contract manufacturing partner? And how can you be sure you can trust them with your […]