Michigan Business Success Stories

Waséyabek Development Company

A Tribally owned holding company worked with the MEDC’s Tribal Grant program to help two companies in its portfolio overcome barriers for growth

Hummus Goodness

Local entrepreneur is making Michigan more delicious thanks to MEDC’s Pure Michigan Business Connect matchmaking services

Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center

Fashion and apparel manufacturing nonprofit propels industry forward in Detroit – and combats COVID-19 – with support from MEDC programs

IMPCO Microfinishing

Lansing-based machine tooling manufacturer gains international exposure through MI-STEP-funded exhibition trips

Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights

The MRCC completed its Union Carpenters and Millwrights Skilled Training Center in Detroit thanks to support from MEDC’s collateral support program

Curriculum Works

Grand Rapids-based company builds international relationships, signs deal with Egypt’s Minister of Education through MI-STEP-funded sales trip

Meijer Market Format Stores

Meijer’s small-format stores connect with Michigan suppliers with help from MEDC’s Pure Michigan Business Connect events and services

18th Street Deli

Fresh food distributor accesses capital through MEDC’s Collateral Support Program to expand its Hamtramck-based operations

Josh’s Frogs

An Owosso business that started as a hobby is hopping along thanks to support from MEDC’s Collateral Support program

Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate

Premium chocolatier looks to expand local impact and regional reach with the System for Integrated Growth