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Welcome Stephanie Dillion

 

Stephanie Dillion, RN, serves as the Community Health Supervisor for MyMichigan Medical Center, supporting the West Branch, Gladwin, Standish, and Tawas regions. She began her career as a Certified Pharmacy Technician, spending eight years in pharmacy before advancing into nursing, followed by five years in Labor and Delivery where she supported patients and families during pivotal moments.


Stephanie’s dedication to strengthening community well-being led her into community health, where she now leads outreach and population health initiatives across multiple service areas. She has been part of the MyMichigan team for nine years and brings a strong commitment to improving access, education, and support for residents throughout the region.


Outside of her professional role, Stephanie is the proud mother of three boys and strives to model the importance of community involvement and service in everyday life.

Welcome Sean Ahreane

 

Sean Ahearne is a retired Naval Aviator who concluded a 20-year active-duty career in 2019. He has extensive experience in maritime helicopter operations and mission systems in the MH-60S Seahawk. He also worked in Department of Defense acquisitions, leading Integrated Product Teams managing all facets of aircraft system procurement and sustainment.


He holds a Bachelor of Science from the United States Naval Academy and a Master of Science in Global Leadership from the University of San Diego.


Following his military service, Sean transitioned his leadership experience into community wellness and nonprofit work. As co-founder of Tawas Wellness, he helps expand accessible fitness and health programming for residents across Iosco County, with a particular focus on prevention, active aging, and creating inclusive spaces such as the Collective to support community connection and well-being.

Who We Are & What We Do

Develop Iosco is a 501-c-3 nonprofit volunteer organization serving as a convener and facilitator for economic development activities within Iosco County related to business development.


As an economic development organization, DI promotes Iosco County as a place for business growth to improve the quality of life for current and new residents. 

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Your Membership Matters

 Every success we celebrate — from regional partnerships to  community initiatives — is made possible by our members. Your membership dollars directly fund our staffing, which powers the leadership, coordination, and action behind everything we do. 

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Your Membership Matters

Grant dollars are being used effectively and strategically, creating a significant return in the form of community impact. 

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https://develop-iosco.org/grants-1

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Welcome, Oscoda Township!

We’re thrilled to announce that Oscoda Township — the largest township in Iosco County — has officially joined Develop Iosco!


This is a major step forward for regional collaboration and economic growth. With Oscoda’s leadership and participation, our countywide efforts are stronger, more united, and better equipped to drive impact.

Together, we’re building a brighter future for all of Iosco County.


Putting this into perspective, 12 out of 14 townships and municipalities in Iosco County are active members of Develop Iosco — a  strong show of countywide collaboration and commitment to economic development.  

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Our New Executive Director


August 2025


WKJC's Kevin Allen welcomes our new Executive Director, Jennifer Riggs. Learn a bit about her and our upcoming COMMUNITY MEETING in Oscoda on September 11.

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