Community

Northern Michigan’s Community Helps Businesses Change and Evolve through the Highs and Lows of the Pandemic

In 2020, Northern Michigan saw a record-setting influx of visitors in search of respite from the pandemic. Many Michiganders stayed closer to home, trading trips on planes for in-state destinations like state parks and lakeside towns. Even as the seasons shifted to colder months, an increase in outdoor activities still brought many up north.

Spotlight: Small Business Support Across the Upper Peninsula

Small businesses all across Michigan serve as the lifeblood of their communities. As economic recovery efforts across Michigan gather momentum, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation is continuing to find innovative opportunities to collaborate with local partners to bring critical support and growth opportunities to small businesses.

Michigan Winter Strategy Successes

Communities look to capitalize on the uniqueness of Michigan winters through partnerships and resources with the Michigan Main Street program.

2020 in Review: A Year Marked by Challenge and Hope

True character shines through in times of crisis, and in 2020 we proved Michigan has the tenacity and spirit necessary to face any challenge.

Michigan: A National Leader in Innovative Placemaking

Boyne City and city of Howell bring spotlight on Michigan through Great American Main Street Award.

Spotlight: Small Business Support in Shiawassee County

The Pure Michigan Business Connect and Community Development teams at MEDC, along with local business support services, joined forces to help small batch food manufacturers through their recovery and growth following the struggles of COVID-19.

Communities Rally Together to Support Small Businesses

Small businesses serve as the lifeline for creating authentic experiences in Michigan communities.

Academia Answers the Call in Michigan by Supporting COVID-19 Response Efforts

From K-12 schools across the state to nationally recognized universities, Michigan’s young talent and research expertise is coming together to support an Arsenal of Innovation in the face of COVID-19.

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.

MEDC’s SVP of Community Development looks toward the future

A Conversation with Michele Wildman