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Recognizing the Impact of Small Businesses

By April Clobes, President/CEO, MSU Federal Credit Union

Investing in small businesses for new talent and growth in the business owners with access to the
through lending programs provides community, activating an eco- financial resources and capacity
opportunities for business startups nomic base that could otherwise necessary for creating a sustainable
as well as employment growth in become stale and fostering an and diversified entrepreneurial eco-
the community. Small business- entrepreneurial spirit in commu- system, from which we all benefit.
es are critical to the vitality of a nity members. With low fees, exceptional member
thriving community, and we value service, a dedication to community
the significant contributions credit As business lenders, we help to viability and products and services
unions make to support entrepre- create an environment for success designed to help small businesses
neurial endeavors. which, in turn, helps create suc- thrive, credit unions are uniquely
cessful communities with longevity, positioned to help advance Mich-
We recognize the impact of small financial strength and competitive igan’s economy through small
businesses: creating opportunities advantages. Credit unions provide business lending.

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