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Michigan’s ‘Arsenal of Innovation’ supports the frontlines in the fight against COVID-19

Around the globe, Michigan is known for what it can make, as home to a skilled workforce and an unparalleled work ethic. And the state’s legendary innovation is on display yet again helping the world as it works to flatten the curve of COVID-19.

In The Zone - Centrepolis

On this episode, Director Dan Radomski provides an inside look at Southfield's SmartZone, the Centrepolis Accelerator. Supported by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Lawrence Technological University and the City of Southfield, Centrepolis Accelerator is dedicated to helping designers, manufacturers, engineers and tech experts commercialize their innovative products.

Fund Facts: Patti Glaza, Invest Detroit

In The Zone – Automation Alley

Tom Kelly, executive director and CEO of Automation Alley, takes us "In the Zone" at Michigan's Industry 4.0 knowledge center. Launched in 1999, Automation Alley has more than 1,000 members working to launch, grow or diversify their business and establish Michigan as a leader in the emerging technology sector.

Energy Companies Power Economic Development in Michigan

In Michigan, energy companies are part of a streamlined site selection process – a one-stop-shop where site consultants and buyers can sit down with a project team consisting of local economic development organizations, utility partners and more.

5 Quick Questions for Brandee Cooke, 100K Ideas

Want to learn more about the resources available to support your startup, or how to set yourself apart from the competition? Check out these 5 Quick Questions with Brandee Cooke, Director of Operations for 100K Ideas in Flint to learn more.

Michigan Businesses Go Global to Secure Economic Opportunities

From Mexico to India — and everywhere in between — Michigan businesses are traveling the world, promoting the many benefits of doing business in the state.

Fund Facts: Dale Grogan, Charter Capital Partners

Fund Facts is a new video series focused on venture capitalists, angel investors and other funders critical to Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

In the Zone | Innovate Marquette

Chad Leisenring provides an inside look at Innovate Marquette, a Michigan SmartZone that assists in the acceleration and growth of technology-based startups and entrepreneurs in Marquette, Michigan.

MEDC’s SVP of Community Development looks toward the future

A Conversation with Michele Wildman