Welcome
The Economic Club of Traverse City has been part of the northern Michigan fabric since 1979. The Club provides a forum for timely discussions of regional, national, and international matters related to critical economic issues that impact everyone. We host diverse thought leaders who enlighten, engage, and challenge our membership at each month’s lunch meetings.
Our members are active and retired business professional living in Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie, Kalkaska, and Antrim counties. Over the years, many members have made meaningful business and personal connections over lunch at the Econ Club.
You are most welcome to join us! Annual membership includes free admission to 9 lunches, invitations to networking events, and discounted tickets to the annual dinner. I encourage you to explore our individual and corporate memberships on this site.
Desiree Worthington
President 2025 & 2026
Who we are
The Economic Club of Traverse City is a regional forum where members connect with other leaders in the region to stay informed about the economic issues impacting our communities. Members come from Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Antrim, Kalkaska, and Benzie counties and include active and retired professionals with expertise in business, finance, government, education, real estate, non-profit, small business ownership, and other professionals.
Membership benefits
- Great programs on local, state, national, and international economic topics for members and their guests.
- Networking opportunities with business and community leaders from the five-county region.
Want to see what it's like? Come as a guest.
Come to a meeting and see for yourself what the club has to offer. Upcoming events are Click on an event to register. Guest tickets are $45 each.
Events are held at the Hagerty Center at 715 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686
Become a member.
We are welcoming new members. To JOIN US, simply fill out the membership form, pay the annual dues, and start enjoying our programs and events. Your membership will be active 12 months from the date you join.
2025 dues are $300. All dues are non-refundable and non-transferrable (no attendee substitutions).
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