Press Releases - 2019

Thursday, February 7, 2019

Business expansions, community development projects bring new private investment and jobs to Michigan

• Two business expansions will create 275 jobs in SE Michigan • Support for building renovations in Cadillac, Lapeer, Wayland will generate up to $9.5 million in private investment

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Monday, February 4, 2019

Michigan Defense Center and U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence Highlight Michigan’s Defense Opportunities

Arsenal of Innovation event aims to connect local vendors to federal and military contracts

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Friday, February 1, 2019

Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Paddlers’ Landing at Mott Park” project in Flint

$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

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Friday, January 25, 2019

Crowdfunding campaign launched for Adrian Armory Makers Space Community Kitchen

$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

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Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Eight Michigan companies to join MEDC at Arab Health in Dubai, Jan. 28-31, 2019

Eight Michigan business leaders joining Michigan Economic Development Corporation at the world's second largest healthcare congress and exhibition in Dubai.

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Wednesday, January 23, 2019

HSMAI Honors Pure Michigan with Gold and Silver Adrian Awards for Outstanding Travel Marketing

Vice President of Travel Michigan David Lorenz also honored

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Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Business expansions, community revitalization actions gain Michigan Strategic Fund approval

• Self-driving tech company Waymo establishing manufacturing facility in SE Michigan • Magneti Marelli expanding in Auburn Hills, strengthening its R&D, tech capabilities • Community revitalization support vital to strengthening Michigan communities

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Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Business expansions, community improvement projects bring new private investment and jobs to Michigan

• Three business expansions will create 173 jobs manufacturing jobs around state • Chinese manufacturing company establishing first North American facility in Troy • Support for building renovations in Grand Rapids, Owosso will generate $3.1 million

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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Wise Systems named Startup of the Year, WaveSense named Best in Show by PlanetM at the North American International Auto Show

PlanetM, Techstars and Automobili-D recognized the most innovative mobility solutions and startups at the 2019 North American International Auto Show

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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Allegiant Air expands operations at Gerald R. Ford International Airport, adding 66 jobs in Grand Rapids

• Project will generate private investment of $42.8 million • Company adding nonstop service to two new cities • Location key to company’s strategic growth

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