The document outlines the goals of TEAM ECONOMIC$, which is dedicated to creating awareness about the importance of supporting local businesses in Manitowoc County. They believe that purchasing decisions have a large impact on the economic well-being of the county and that spending locally keeps more money in the community. Their tactics for 2015 include educating residents about the economic impact of shopping locally and showcasing successful local industries and companies.

1. TEAM ECONOMIC$
We are the spirit of positive economic growth for
Manitowoc County and are dedicated to creating
awareness and appreciation for personal and
organizational accountability in making our County
prosper. WE make it happen.

2. TEAM ECONOMIC$
STRATEGY STATEMENT:
We create understanding and appreciation in the
community of the impact our purchasing decisions
have on the viability and success of Manitowoc
County.
TAKING BUSINESS OUT OF THE COUNTY MAKES
NO $EN$E.

3. WE BELIEVE:
 Every single purchasing decision we make affects
the economic wellbeing of Manitowoc County.
 For every $100 spent at a local business, an
average of more than $60 stays in the community,
while non-locally owned businesses leave behind
less than $30
 Every time we spend one dollar outside of
Manitowoc County, some other community benefits,
NOT OURS!
 We all hold personal accountability for every single
purchasing decision we make for ourselves, our
family and our organization.

4. 2015 TACTICS
1. Educate the community on the tremendous
impact of purchasing decisions of shopping local
in Manitowoc County.
2. Illustrate economic impact of various industries
and companies in Manitowoc County,
demonstrating the essentiality of supporting them
and thereby supporting our community.
3. Produce a top notch, engaging DVD which
showcases the outstanding business, recreation,
social and economic opportunities of our County.

5. ECONOMIC IMPACT CASE STUDIES
Holy Family
Memorial
Red Arrow
Pine River
Dairy
Investors
Bank
Americollect
Manitowoc
Company
Lakeside
Foods
Buffalo
Don’s
Schroeder's
Dept. Store

6. TEAM ECONOMIC$ - JOIN US !
Team Members:
Mary Maurer
Team Captain
mmaurer@hfmhealth.org
Peter Wills
Amber DaugsMellisa Coronado Jolene Szydel
Karen Szyman