A Conversation on Creating Equitable Opportunities for All Michiganders

Michigan’s rich culture and ethnic diversity help to create a more equitable and resilient economy while supporting communities of color. Aileen Cohen, MEDC’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, talks with LeTasha Peebles from MEDC’s Entrepreneurship & Innovation team about how prioritizing support for Black-owned, women-owned and minority-owned businesses, and expanding economic opportunity for women and entrepreneurs of color, can help to drive economic growth and prosperity across all of Michigan.

Michigan’s East Coast: Where business goes to grow

Building a Championship Economy: A Conversation with Quentin L. Messer Jr.

We recently caught up with MEDC CEO Quentin Messer, Jr. to discuss the long-term impact of transformational projects like General Motors’ historic investment in Michigan, and how new opportunities on the horizon will help to build a ‘Championship Economy’ for Michigan.

Setting the Stage for Community Development in 2022 and Beyond

MEDC spoke with its Senior Vice President of Community Development Michele Wildman to discuss how place-based economic development has changed with the pandemic, which 2021 accomplishments she is most proud of, and her vision and goals for MEDC’s community development efforts in 2022.

General Motors’ Historic $7 Billion Investment Forges Michigan’s Future as Leader in Electrification

The investment is expected to create 4,000 job and retain an additional 1,000 jobs, securing Michigan at the forefront of the future of EV and mobility

Upper Peninsula Communities' Revitalization Creates Aesthetic, Social and Economic Benefits

Houghton and Hancock see success with two MEDC programs

Three Takeaways: Med Pros Share

Northern Michigan Entrepreneur Britta Carlson of Med Pro Share shares her “bottom line” advice for budding entrepreneurs looking to expand and grow their businesses in Michigan.

2021 in Review: Rallying toward greater economic prosperity across Michigan

Following the challenges of 2020, we showed that Michigan is equipped to move mountains and become a place of Pure Opportunity in 2021 and beyond.

Three Takeaways: Northern Wings

Fifth-generation Native American Entrepreneur David Goudreau shares his “bottom line” advice to expand, grow and maintain a successful business in Michigan.

Going Beyond Borders with Metal Craft Technologies

Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s International Trade program helps businesses expand and grow—both right here in Michigan and around the globe. Each year, the International Trade team assists hundreds of companies in increasing their export sales, which contributes to job creation within the state.