Celebrating the Resilience of Michigan’s Small Businesses

In Michigan, nearly every indicator of our state’s success is influenced by our small businesses.

In The Zone - OU INC

On this episode of "In The Zone," Client Strategist Steve Kent provides an inside look at Oakland University's SmartZone, OU INC. In collaboration with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), the City of Rochester Hills and various community and industry partners, OU INC provides strategic business solutions and entrepreneurial resources to companies specializing in medical devices, health sciences, advanced manufacturing, advanced technology and alternative energy.

Tech Companies Pivot to Support Michigan’s Arsenal of Innovation

As home to the highest concentration of engineering talent in the nation and high-caliber startups driving the future of mobility, Michigan has the skilled workforce and high-tech expertise needed to support the growing Arsenal of Innovation.

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.

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.

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.