Spotlight: Food and Beverage Pitch Competition in Muskegon

The MEDC’s Regional Prosperity and Pure Michigan Business Connect teams hosted the 231 Food & Beverage Pitch Challenge in Muskegon to help businesses amplify their products

Equitable Economic Development

Michigan is a place of abundant opportunity. Under the leadership of CEO Quentin L. Messer Jr., the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is working to create equitable access to resources, attractive opportunities for young people and a solid foundation for businesses to call Michigan home.

Highlighting Economic Development Week with The Michigan Opportunity Podcast

Economic Development Week, recognized during the second week in May, promotes efforts to support economic well-being, vibrant communities and quality of life for all.

But effective, inclusive and long-lasting economic development isn’t one-size-fits-all. It takes partners at every level: community members, businesses, elected officials, the state government and the economic development organizations that connect them.

Achieving International Growth through Trade Missions

MEDC’s International Trade Managers help Michigan businesses overcome obstacles by identifying resources and making introductions to jumpstart their momentum in a foreign market

The Great Outdoors: Michigan’s Growing Outdoor Recreation Industry

The Michigan Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry is charged with supporting and growing the outdoor recreation lifestyle economy of the state

Michigan’s Small Businesses Create Big Impact

The annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awards Gala gives Michigan’s small business owners the red carpet treatment and highlights their impact across the state