MEDC Press Releases
Friday, February 21, 2014
Five Michigan community colleges to offer transfer opportunities to students in automotive programs
Five Michigan community colleges have joined together to create a pilot program that will allow students in automotive technology programs to transfer among the schools with no loss of credits or repetition of course work.
Read MoreThursday, February 20, 2014
Employers invited to learn about training program aimed at developing advanced manufacturing workers
Southeast Michigan-area employers are invited to attend an informational presentation to learn how the MAT² system can help them develop a skilled workforce.
Read MoreWednesday, February 19, 2014
State of Michigan to host MiVirtualCareerFair on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014
Job seekers and Michigan employers can connect with each other through a State-sponsored virtual career fair on Wednesday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Read MoreWednesday, February 12, 2014
Innovative financing helps small businesses expand
Small business Premier Tool and Die found the necessary capital investment and financing for expansion with the assistance of Grow Michigan.
Read MoreFriday, February 7, 2014
MEDC awards grant for improvement along Old US-27 in DeWitt
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of a $183,425 grant for the rehabilitation of property along Old US-27 in the Charter Township of DeWitt.
Read MoreFriday, February 7, 2014
MEDC awards grant for renovation of historic inn into full-service restaurant, creation of 38 jobs
The historic White Horse Inn in downtown Metamora will be renovated into a full-service restaurant with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today.
Read MoreTuesday, February 4, 2014
MEDIA ADVISORY: Pure Michigan matchmaking summit to seek new local aerospace suppliers; Feb. 6 in Sterling Heights
Media representatives are invited to attend the Pure Michigan Small Business Summit taking place Thursday, Feb. 6 at the General Motors Heritage Center in Sterling Heights.
Read MoreTuesday, February 4, 2014
Students invited to apply on the spot for program that teaches advanced manufacturing skills while providing a paycheck
Individuals interested in pursuing an education in a technical field while earning a paycheck in the Flint area are invited to a placement event that allows them to apply for the MAT² program.
Read MoreFriday, January 31, 2014
Workforce Development Agency awards grants to Michigan businesses for job training and hiring
The Michigan Workforce Development Agency today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of $2,484,203 in Skilled Trades Training Fund program grants to 18 Michigan Works! agencies around the state.
Read MoreThursday, January 9, 2014
Saving energy, money starts with audit of current usage
Reducing energy waste is good for the environment and bottom line.
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