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Dear Friends,

I recently read a summary of a study on smartphones written by a neuroscientist, Dr. Julie Fratantoni, in one of her newsletters. It is revealing. I’ve included her synopsis below.

From Dr. Julie:

“How is smartphone use adversely impacting your brain? A research study was just published in the journal of PNAS Nexus where scientists sought to answer this question.

Here’s what they did:

467 people agreed to install an app that blocked internet access on their cell phone so they could only use their phone to text or call.

After 2 weeks, 91% of participants improved in at least one of these areas:

1.    Mental Health

2.    Well-Being

3.    Attention

But get this- the effect of staying off their phones was better than antidepressants and similar to therapy in terms of reducing depressive symptoms.  And way less time consuming than therapy. But that’s not all.

To measure sustained attention participants were shown different images and were instructed to push a button for cities and to not press the button for mountains. They did this for 5 minutes (which doesn’t sound long, but trust me it’s pretty boring and hard to stay focused).

Participants improved their sustained attention as much as being 10 years younger. Read that again. 10 years younger!

Imagine gaining back a decade. It only took 2 weeks without a smartphone.

But the thing is, not many people are willing to cut off their phone’s internet access – even for a day. If you can’t live without it, then you have to find a better way to live with it.

When the participants in the study did not have access to mobile internet, they had more time.

They spent more time socializing in person, exercising, and being in nature. I can’t think of anything better for your brain health.”

My suggestion: make your phone “dumb” for 14 days. See what you notice. How do you make your smartphone “dumb?” For two weeks, use your phone for texts or calls ONLY. If there are certain apps you really can’t function without, then allow a dedicated amount of time per day for those necessary apps. But schedule that time, and be honest with yourself. See if you don’t find clarity, contentment, increased attention, and efficiency gains in your life. Then, make it a sustainable habit! If you try this challenge, we’d love for you to respond to this email and tell us about your experience!

Rhodiola & Ginseng Complex: a powerful adaptogenic formula that will help promote mental clarity and vitality while you break up with your smartphone!

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God Bless,

Dr. Dan

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Kurt Bassuener, President of MWS Associates, Inc.

MWS Associates has leased office space in the Business Center since the inception of our company in 2018 and from 2015-2018 with the previous company that I worked for.  The Business Center was the clear choice for us to locate our main office for several reasons: location, cost effectiveness, reliable high-speed internet, services offered and full access to the conference room.  It truly offers everything our company needs to headquarter our business from without the hassle of owning our own office building with the maintenance, yard care and snowplowing that goes along with ownership.  

A major benefit for us is the ability to host in-person and online meetings in the newly renovated, state-of-the-art conference room.  COVID changed many aspects of our business with a major increase in online meetings being one of them.  Many companies struggled with technology issues to host or participate in online meetings with poor audio, video quality, background noise and unprofessional business settings negatively affecting meetings.  The size, layout and quality of the A/V equipment of the conference room now allows us to host annual company-wide in-person meetings as well. Every October we bring our entire staff in from around the country for weeklong meetings and the conference room comfortably allows us to host 20+ people.  The setting also allows us to host on-site meetings with key accounts.  Clients appreciate being able to combine a business trip with bringing their family to enjoy a few extra days to experience all Door County has to offer.

Jeff Bruemmer

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Jeff Bruemmer joined DCEDC in July of 2001. Jeff is responsible for maintaining the DCEDC Business Center, located at 185 East Walnut Street in Sturgeon Bay. Jeff was born and raised in Kewaunee and moved to Sturgeon Bay in 1985.

KATHY LASEE

Accounting and Operations Coordinator

Kathy Lasee is responsible for the organization’s financial operations, as well as the operations of the Business Development Center in Sturgeon Bay. A Door County native, Lasee graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in music with a minor in business administration from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Lasee is a charter member of the Peninsula Symphonic Band and previously worked as a music teaching assistant for the Sturgeon Bay School District. Prior to joining DCEDC in October of 2023, Lasee was the Office Manager of Kevin’s Automotive in Sturgeon Bay. During her professional career, she also worked in the loan office at Baylake Bank (now Nicolet National Bank) in Sturgeon Bay.

DEVIN VANDERTIE

Director of Business Development

Devin Vandertie enjoys working with entrepreneurs and businesses to help foster economic growth in Door County. She is also passionate about helping nurture the next generation of the community’s workforce. Devin has recently earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and is involved with Leadership Door County, which brings together professionals from diverse business sectors who are inspired to make a positive impact on the quality of life in Door County. A Door County native, Vandertie cares deeply about cultivating a community that is not only a desirable destination, but also an exceptional place to live and to work. In addition to her recent achievement of a master’s degree, Devin is a graduate of Southern Door High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Prior to joining the DCEDC staff in October of 2023, Vandertie was the Laboratory Assistant Supervisor at Door County Medical Center in Sturgeon Bay.

Michelle Lawrie

Executive Director

Michelle Lawrie has more than twenty years of experience in economic development at regional and local levels. Michelle’s career in Washington, D.C., Arizona and Wisconsin has focused on serving the public interest through economic development, issue advocacy and coalition-building. Michelle began her economic development career at the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), in Phoenix, Arizona. After serving in several roles at GPEC, Michelle became the President and CEO of the Western Maricopa Coalition (WESTMARC) in western Maricopa County, Arizona. Michelle later also served as Economic Development / Community Development Director for the communities of Goodyear, Arizona and DeForest, Wisconsin. Michelle has extensive experience working in development of strategies and performance measures for communities and organizations, as well as leading teams toward achieving goals desired by communities, businesses and residents. Michelle is a native of Phoenix, Arizona, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff.