Wednesday, July 16, 2014

New report names Michigan most improved state for pro-business environment

The American Economic Development Institute and Pollina Corporate Real Estate, Inc. today named Michigan the Most Improved State for 2014 in their annual Top 10 Pro-Business States report.

Monday, July 7, 2014

New art tour app roadmap to Michigan public art

The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) today announced a new art tour app that can be downloaded to mobile devices and will lead art lovers through various tours of public art around the state of Michigan.

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Career liaison program prepares students for post-high school training opportunities

High school seniors across Michigan who have just graduated can learn about many training opportunities, associate degree programs and apprenticeships

Monday, June 30, 2014

Employers invited to take part in MAT2 training program aimed at developing advanced manufacturing workers

Michigan employers are invited to take part in the Fall 2014 session of the Michigan Advanced Technician Training (MAT2) program...

Thursday, June 26, 2014

MEDC and U.S. Dept. of Commerce invite Michigan automotive companies to take part in Chinese auto trade fair

Michigan automotive companies are invited to join the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the U.S. Dept. of Commerce – U.S. Commercial Service at the Michigan pavilion exhibit during the 2014 Automechanika Shanghai automotive trade fair...

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Groundbreaking crowdfunding/matching grant initiative to help Michigan communities create vibrant public spaces

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) today announced a groundbreaking crowdfunding and matching grant initiative to help drive public space projects in Michigan communities.

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Entrepreneur assistance, community development projects win state approval

The MEDC today announced MSF approval of projects that will generate more than $15 million in new investment in the state.

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Students, parents invited to learn about training program that teaches manufacturing skills while providing a paycheck

High school students and parents in Southeast Michigan invited to learn how students can gain advanced manufacturing work skills while earning a paycheck through the MAT² program.

Monday, June 23, 2014

Employers invited to learn about program aimed at training advanced manufacturing workers

Macomb County employers invited to learn how the MAT² system can help them develop a skilled workforce with the necessary talents and training for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Friday, June 20, 2014

Over 2,000 structurally unemployed gain long-term employment through Community Ventures

The success of the state’s Community Ventures program is accelerating with more than 2,000 structurally unemployed Michigan residents placed in full-time employment in just under two years since the program’s launch, Gov. Rick Snyder announced today.