Friday, February 28, 2014

MEDC announces 2014 downtown infrastructure grants for Michigan communities

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of $7,600,176 in Downtown Infrastructure Grant (DIG) program funds to 14 Michigan communities for public infrastructure improvements.

Thursday, February 27, 2014

Making the case to work, invest and play in Michigan

With the aim of attracting talent from a range of creative fields and up-and-coming entrepreneurs, a host of Michigan-based companies and universities will join Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) at “South By Southwest” (SXSW).

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Bond issuance attracts investment, spurs economic development

The deal that will save a renewable-energy company in Canton Township $1 million while increasing local and state tax revenue offers a compelling illustration of how to foster growth and minimize risk.

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Rare isotope facility, new business expansions, community revitalization projects gain state approval

The MEDC today announced MSF approval of projects that in total will generate $362 million in new capital investment and create 1,444 new jobs in Michigan.

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.

Thursday, 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.

Wednesday, 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.

Wednesday, 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.

Friday, 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.

Friday, 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.