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West Michigan renewable energy businesses offer blueprint for economic revival

A growing number of entrepreneurs and emerging high-tech startups are helping Michigan's "Smartcoast" build a reputation as a destination for innovation.

In the Zone | Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP)

Tony Willis, vice president of entrepreneurship at the Lansing Economic Area Partnership, an economic development organization representing Ingham, Clinton and Eaton counties, takes us “In the Zone” for a behind-the-scenes look at the SmartZone.

3 Takeaways with David Dittenber of Gene 5

When patients visit a hospital, they provide information about their medical history. However, only about 30 percent of that information is used by doctors, nurses and administrators. Gene 5 is working to change that statistic.

3 Takeaways with Luke Lloyd of Dribble Stick Training

Retired professional basketball player and founder of Dribble Stick Training Luke Lloyd knows firsthand that with a dream, hard work and a passion, anything is possible.

Michigan brings its smart cities together for state-wide change

To be part of the future–whether it’s autonomous cars and shared mobility or advanced healthcare and sustainable communities — it takes intelligent infrastructure and support. Like what’s being created in Michigan.

In the Zone | Central Michigan University Research Corporation (CMURC)

Erin Strang, president and CEO of Central Michigan University Research Corporation (CMURC), a nonprofit focused on advancing economic development in the mid-Michigan community, takes us “In the Zone” for an inside look at the Mt. Pleasant SmartZone.

3 Takeaways with Brad Martin of Fast Forward Medical

Brad Martin, managing director of Fast Forward Medical Innovation at the University of Michigan, supports world-class biomedical researchers across the state.

3 Takeaways - Denise Graves of MEDC

As university relations director of MEDC's Entrepreneurship & Innovation initiative, Denise Graves is an expert at helping universities engage in technology commercialization and entrepreneurship.

FEAST feeds growing startups

Michigan boasts one of the most diverse agricultural industries in the United States, with 10 million acres of farmland growing everything from fruits, vegetables and grains to livestock.

In the Zone | Holland's Treehuis

Amanda Chocko, director of SURGE, which manages the Holland SmartZone, takes us “In the Zone” to provide an inside look of the Treehuis, a coworking space in downtown Holland.