Press Releases - November 2013

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Niowave, Inc. expanding in Lansing, adding 120 jobs

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of a $3 million Michigan Business Development Program incentive for the construction of a new Niowave facility in Lansing.

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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Plans for $100.7 million in business investment, 695 new jobs approved by state

More than $100.7 million in investments by four companies creating 695 jobs were approved today by the Michigan Strategic Fund through the Michigan Business Development Program, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today.

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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

"Pure Michigan" screen dedication ceremony held at Historic Vogue Theatre in Manistee

Michigan Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Michael A. Finney today joined state and community leaders in dedicating the “Pure Michigan” screen at the newly-renovated historic Vogue Theatre in Manistee.

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Monday, November 18, 2013

Parents invited to learn about training program that teaches in-demand skills while providing a paycheck to students

Parents of high school seniors in Southeast Michigan are invited to attend an informational session to learn how students can gain advanced manufacturing work skills while earning a paycheck through the Michigan Advanced Technician Training program

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Friday, November 15, 2013

The Hunt is On, Driving Economic Gains in Michigan

As hunters celebrate opening day today, Michigan’s economy stands to benefit from the influx of sportsmen and women taking to the woods and the fields.

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Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Three companies to invest $24 million, add 403 jobs in Michigan

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of Michigan Business Development Program incentives to three companies planning expansions in the state.

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Friday, November 8, 2013

Energy experts recognize public building projects at MI Municipal League Offices in Lansing on November 7

Energy efficiency experts from a wide range of organizations gathered at the Energy Services Coalition

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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Workforce Development Agency announces job training grants for Michigan companies

The Michigan Workforce Development Agency today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of $1,857,982 in Skilled Trades Training Fund program grants to 16 Michigan Works! agencies around the state.

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Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Fontijne Formitt investing $2.6 million, adding 31 new jobs in Milton Township

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of a $300,000 Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant for Fontijne Formitt.

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Tuesday, November 5, 2013

MEDC partners with Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop for Michigan Talent Connect’s virtual job fair on Nov. 13

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Michigan Works! and Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop are teaming up for a second time to host a live MiVirtualCareerFair event

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