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Superior-Sized Support for Small Businesses
Small business calls for big support. We’re here to connect your company to the resources that’ll help fuel your American dream.
Resources for Growth
Tap into a thriving high-tech entrepreneur ecosystem, connecting startups and business owners with curated assistance
Earn up to $25,000 for downtown businesses, as part of broader MEDC efforts to support vibrant communities with the Match on Main program
Get MEDC-verified local support for your tech business, including co-working spaces, training and mentorship in 20 SmartZones across Michigan.
MEDC can connect your business with lenders, venture capitalists, banks and other lending institutions.
The MEDC Supply Chain Resiliency (SCR) team connects suppliers with purchasing and investment opportunities.
Leverage our International Trade Services, including International Trade Centers that provide counseling and STEP financial assistance.
MEDC Supported
Small businesses account for more than 99% of all businesses in the state, and the MEDC is helping more reach 100% of their potential.
24,000+ times
How frequently the MEDC supported small businesses and startups in 2025.
2,000
New businesses launched — In 2025, with support from the MEDC or contracted partner.
$2.87 billion
In new revenue — thanks to 2,000 new MEDC-supported businesses in 2025.
A representative from downtown mentioned MEDC to us. Prior to that, we had been slowly adding to our space. The Match on Main grant allowed us to speed that process up, and I would venture to guess that it shaved a year off our time and expenses from opening to creating our café space.
Frequently Asked Questions
The MEDC offers networking support to businesses looking for international connection, regional partners and industry-specific resources.
Michigan’s SmartZone network, consisting of 20 locations across the state, facilitates connections and the commercialization of tech and tech-enabled ideas. SmartZones offer businesses opportunities to build or expand their networks with key community and industry stakeholders. Visit our Industry Connections webpage to learn more.
In 2020, Terra Osman noticed small producers did not have the skill sets to sell their products without investing in a web presence, social media, or paid advertising campaigns. She identified a solution and launched Farmish; a marketplace app for local food and farms, where users can buy and sell backyard chicken eggs, homegrown produce, meat, plants, trees, honey, and more.
Read about more Michigan business success stories in our Success Story Library.
The state of Michigan and MEDC provides support for businesses in all communities - regardless of size. For more information how how MEDC can help, please visit here.
Get informed by subscribing to MEDC email newsletters, following the MEDC’s social media accounts on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram, and by checking out MEDC's Voices, storytelling initiative.
You can also get engaged by volunteering for your local economic development organization or sharing your interest directly with your state and local officials.