In the Zone | WMed Innovation Center

Michigan’s SmartZones offer localized, low-cost co-working spaces, training and mentorship to entrepreneurs, researchers and startups in 21 locations across the state.

2020 NAIAS Begins Official Show Countdown, Announces Multiple Event Partnerships

The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) today hosted more than 300 of its closest OEM, industry and media partners to celebrate the official countdown of the 2020 show. Hosted by Executive Director Rod Alberts and Chairman Doug North, the show announced multiple partnerships that will continue to drive momentum for the June event.

Testing Facilities Challenge UAV Tech On Land, At Sea And In The Air

Ever since Dr. Ella Atkins started testing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs and drones) in the 1990s as a University of Michigan graduate student, the process has been fraught with obstacles.

Strategic Partnerships Seamlessly Transform Detroit Into a Fashion Hub

The Motor City is expanding its reach into the fashion industry thanks to connections made through the Pure Michigan Business Connect program.

3 Takeaways with Javier Evelyn of Alerje

Alerje founder and CEO Javier Evelyn is working to improve the lives of people with food allergies.

Michigan Communities Build Success from the Ground Up

From Sault Ste Marie to St. Clair and Adrian to Alpena, people in all corners of Michigan have one thing in common: a desire to see their community grow and thrive.

3 Takeaways with Sandra Cochrane of WMed Innovation Center

Sandra Cochrane is the assistant dean for the WMed Innovation Center in Kalamazoo, where she oversees a 69,000-square-foot incubator that helps aspiring entrepreneurs build their businesses.

Native Michigan Tech Is Making Driving Smarter – And Safer

Several years ago, Brennan Hamilton’s elderly neighbor’s “check engine” light came on. Concerned about driving with the warning light glowing, she planned to have her car towed to a dealership – 180 miles away.