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

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

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

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

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

New Mobility Projects Increase Accessibility for Michigan Residents

Grants will help deliver transportation solutions in Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, Central UP and Southeast Michigan

Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Crowdfunding campaign launched for Rutherford Pool’s “Bathhouse 2.0” project in Ypsilanti

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

Monday, January 7, 2019

Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Chapin Mansion Access for All” project in Niles

$15,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Friday, December 21, 2018

Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Art in the Park” project in Spring Lake

$30,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Thursday, December 20, 2018

Business expansions create 184 jobs in SE Michigan

•Developments in Southfield, Ann Arbor generate private investment of $10.9 million •Projects underscore strength of state’s tech talent; growth of biotech industry

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

Michigan Strategic Fund Approves Extensions for Business Incubators, Grant Programs Supporting Early-Stage and Commercialization of Tech Companies

$1.8M awarded in funding extensions; continued growth and economic stimulation for technology-based businesses in Michigan