Delta Force Class of 2025

ESCANABA — The Delta Force Class of 2025 officially began its leadership journey, bringing together an impressive group of Delta County professionals eager to deepen their understanding of the local economy and community.

The program kicked off on February 20 with Leadership Day, setting the stage for a nine-month immersive learning experience. Throughout the sessions, students will explore the inner workings of Delta County’s economy, gaining insights from local manufacturers, business owners, entrepreneurs, community leaders, law enforcement officials, educators, media professionals, and environmental experts.

One of the program’s key focuses is on service and its role in economic growth. Students will engage in discussions about the challenges and rewards of leadership while discovering ways to contribute to our waterfront community’s development. Each session includes breakfast and lunch, generously sponsored by local businesses and organizations.

As part of the curriculum, participants will also delve into the pressing issues facing education in Delta County during Education Day, providing them with a deeper appreciation of the complexities within the education system.

The Delta Force 2025 session will culminate on October 9 with a special graduation celebration at the Island Resort and Casino during the Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner. The following students and their sponsors will be recognized during graduation for their dedication and achievements.

Heather Bergstrom, Delta Force Alum, Kevin Chown

Mitch Caron, First Bank Investment Management Group

Holly Faust, Delta Schoolcraft ISD

Melinda Fleming, Upper Peninsula Michigan Works

Josephine Gardner, Andex Industries, Inc.

Morgan Garling, Peninsula Federal Credit Union

Kaylee Hubert, Bay College

Terra Ison, OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group

Kayla Keiser, VanAire, Inc.

Kelly Kennedy, Embers Credit Union

Marcus J. Krachinski, Upper Peninsula State Bank

Korine Lamoreaux, OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group

Zoey LaPine, Daily Press

Brooke Loman, Billerud

Shayna Marmalick, Peninsula Federal Credit Union

Krista Mattson, Lakestate Industries

Rebecca Nail, Embers Credit Union

Nicki Owens, Engineered Machine Products

Carrie Polley, Public Health Delta and Menominee Counties

Tim Racicot, Delta Schoolcraft ISD

Alyssa Richer, Youngs Menswear

Daniel Van Beek, First Presbyterian Church of Escanaba

Rebecca Wagner, Embers Credit Union

Samantha Walters, VanAire, Inc.

Created and sponsored by the Delta County Chamber of Commerce, Delta Force has continued to be a premier leadership program in the region since 2003, offering a unique opportunity for participants to engage with key sectors of the community.

For more information on Delta Force and the Chamber’s initiatives, visit deltami.org.

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Vickie Micheau is executive dirctor of the Delta County Chamber of Commerce