Press Releases - 2019
Thursday, February 7, 2019
Business expansions, community development projects bring new private investment and jobs to Michigan
• Two business expansions will create 275 jobs in SE Michigan • Support for building renovations in Cadillac, Lapeer, Wayland will generate up to $9.5 million in private investment
Read MoreMonday, February 4, 2019
Michigan Defense Center and U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence Highlight Michigan’s Defense Opportunities
Arsenal of Innovation event aims to connect local vendors to federal and military contracts
Read MoreFriday, February 1, 2019
Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Paddlers’ Landing at Mott Park” project in Flint
$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative
Read MoreFriday, January 25, 2019
Crowdfunding campaign launched for Adrian Armory Makers Space Community Kitchen
$50,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative
Read MoreWednesday, January 23, 2019
Eight Michigan companies to join MEDC at Arab Health in Dubai, Jan. 28-31, 2019
Eight Michigan business leaders joining Michigan Economic Development Corporation at the world's second largest healthcare congress and exhibition in Dubai.
Read MoreWednesday, January 23, 2019
HSMAI Honors Pure Michigan with Gold and Silver Adrian Awards for Outstanding Travel Marketing
Vice President of Travel Michigan David Lorenz also honored
Read MoreTuesday, January 22, 2019
Business expansions, community revitalization actions gain Michigan Strategic Fund approval
• Self-driving tech company Waymo establishing manufacturing facility in SE Michigan • Magneti Marelli expanding in Auburn Hills, strengthening its R&D, tech capabilities • Community revitalization support vital to strengthening Michigan communities
Read MoreWednesday, January 16, 2019
Business expansions, community improvement projects bring new private investment and jobs to Michigan
• Three business expansions will create 173 jobs manufacturing jobs around state • Chinese manufacturing company establishing first North American facility in Troy • Support for building renovations in Grand Rapids, Owosso will generate $3.1 million
Read MoreTuesday, January 15, 2019
Wise Systems named Startup of the Year, WaveSense named Best in Show by PlanetM at the North American International Auto Show
PlanetM, Techstars and Automobili-D recognized the most innovative mobility solutions and startups at the 2019 North American International Auto Show
Read MoreTuesday, January 15, 2019
Allegiant Air expands operations at Gerald R. Ford International Airport, adding 66 jobs in Grand Rapids
• Project will generate private investment of $42.8 million • Company adding nonstop service to two new cities • Location key to company’s strategic growth
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