Press Releases - July 2017

Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Michigan companies travel to China to expand export opportunities, create jobs

Business leaders from 10 Michigan companies are traveling to China this week meeting with prospective partners, distributors and buyers to increase export opportunities from Michigan to China.

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Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Los Angeles-based augmented reality company DAQRI establishing facility in Oakland County

Expansion further grows Michigan’s autonomous vehicle supply chain

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Monday, July 17, 2017

Global autonomous vehicle maker NAVYA to establish first North American facility in Saline with support from Michigan Strategic Fund

Expansion underscores Michigan’s leadership in autonomous and connected vehicle technology

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Friday, July 14, 2017

Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Wildlife Refuge School Ship Dock and Fishing Pier”

$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

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Friday, July 14, 2017

Crowdfunding campaign launched for the “GL Splashpad” project

$33,333 goal to win a 2:1 matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative in partnership with mPark Foundation

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Wednesday, July 12, 2017

Wright Plastic Products to invest $5.8 million, create 40 jobs in St. Clair, Montcalm counties

Wright Plastic Products is expanding in St. Clair and Montcalm counties with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today.

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Tuesday, July 11, 2017

New leadership driving state's economic development strategy

MEDC Executive Committee approves hiring of Jeff Mason as new CEO; prime focus on innovation in building Michigan economy, communities across state

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