Putting Words into Action: MEDC’s Steadfast Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity

This Black History Month, we at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation are reflecting on our efforts to ensure we continue to create a more equitable and resilient economy for all Michiganders across the state, while demonstrating our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity in all that we do.

Celebrating 20 Years of Building Stronger Communities through Michigan Main Street

Beginning in 2003 as a Main Street America Coordinating Program, Michigan Main Street has assisted communities across Michigan interested in revitalizing and preserving their historic traditional downtowns or commercial districts

Supporting Small Businesses and Local Communities | LIVESTREAM

Michigan's 900,000+ small businesses create jobs for Michigan's workforce, drive growth in local economies and play a key role in building vibrant communities.

Clear Skies Ahead: Climate Stability and Policies in Michigan Mitigate Risk

Celebrating the Season and Supporting Local | Livestream

With the holiday shopping and travel season underway, Tom Daldin of Under the Radar Michigan joined Dave Lorenz of Travel Michigan and Cathleen Edgerly of Downtown Lansing, Inc. for a live conversation on Tuesday, Nov. 22 to discuss holiday traditions and celebrations across Michigan, and offer suggestions for how to support local businesses when shopping, dining and traveling in Michigan communities this holiday season and beyond.

Economic Opportunity and Pure Michigan Lifestyle Attract Talent Throughout the State

Eight Public Private Partnerships Strengthening Michigan’s Talent Pool

The availability of skilled labor remains a top factor in every site selection decision, and Michigan’s industry leaders, educational institutions and government partners are coming together to build a strong and equitable talent pipeline.

Inside the Inflation Reduction Act and its Impact on Economic Development

MEDC’s Chief Executive & Economic Competitiveness Officer, Quentin L. Messer Jr. was a guest on a recent webinar — How the Inflation Reduction Act Changes the Game for Economic Developers.

The State of Michigan will celebrate its history and pre-history at the annual Michigan Archaeology Day, Saturday, October 29

Event located at the Michigan History Center, 702 West Kalamazoo Street in downtown Lansing. Free for all attendees.

With the Detroit Auto Show, Michigan Establishes Itself as the Home of Mobility’s Past and Future

Michigan's automotive agility is leading the world into a new era of mobility. There is no better place to showcase that than the North American International Detroit Auto Show.