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Saginaw Future, Inc. to honor Lazy Dog Pizza, Kremin, In., at awards luncheon

  Saginaw Future, Inc. will hold its Future Forward Economic Excellence Awards annual luncheon at the Bavarian Inn Lodge this year.

  The awards luncheon is set for Friday, March 13, and two Frankenmuth-based businesses will be honored.

  The event begins with an 11am check in, with the lunch and awards program to follow. The program will include a time of celebration as Saginaw Future recognizes 28 projects and the Government Contractor of the Year for their contributions to economic growth within the communities.

  The first project is the expansion of Kremin, Inc., 235 Keystone Way, in the north end of the City of Frankenmuth. Located in the Frankenmuth Business Park, Kremin, Inc. is advancing with a significant expansion project valued at 1.15 million.

  Since undergoing an ownership and leadership transition in 2010, the company has diversified its operations to focus on prototype and production contract manufacturing. The company will create six new jobs while retaining its existing workforce of 34 employees.

  Frankenmuth native Mike Grossi is the firm’s president, having acquired the business in 2010.

  Lazy Dog Pizza, Inc. is receiving a Hub Grant to support its Lazy Dog Pizza Project. Lazy Dog is a woman-owned business which is relocating and renovating the space at the former Frankenmuth Farmers Market.

  As part of the move from the Mid-Town Shops to 534 North Main Street, the company is committing an estimated $2.2 to 2.4 million toward the renovation and expansion of its restaurant. These improvements will enhance both customer experience and operational efficiency. The Hub Grant is being used to support key infrastructure upgrades.

  Dr. Samuel Shaheen with Saginaw Medical Diamond will be the keynote speaker...... 

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