MEDC Press Releases | Michigan Business

Thursday, September 9, 2021

This Just In: Michigan Underscores Mobility and Electrification Leadership with Launch of “The Future Of” Podcast

New podcast discusses the future of mobility, how Michigan is leading the way

Thursday, September 9, 2021

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces $2 million in export assistance funds available for Michigan’s small businesses

• Michigan Strategic Fund awarded largest federal STEP award in the nation for fifth consecutive year • Funds expected to assist more than 350 Michigan companies in increasing international sales

Tuesday, September 7, 2021

Gov. Whitmer Announces Federal Historic Preservation Funds to Support Communities along the Great Lakes

$750,000 historic revitalization grant will be used to support projects in Michigan’s rural communities along the Great Lakes coastline.

Tuesday, September 7, 2021

Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announces Detroit Chosen for Pilot Program to Support Small Business and Improve Delivery Service to Residents in Corktown

Kiwibot robots to address last-mile challenges; reaffirms Michigan’s leadership in real world mobility testing and deployments

Thursday, September 2, 2021

Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II Tours Small Business in Flint to Highlight Small Business Support Efforts as Michigan Gets Back to Work

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Gov. Whitmer Announces 311 New Jobs in Key Industries in SE Michigan

• Glass producer AGP E-Glass establishing tech center in Canton Charter Township to serve the mobility, electric vehicle industries, creating 71 high-wage jobs • Electrical contractor Serve Electric expanding in Sterling Heights, creating up to 240 jobs

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

This Just In: Historic North Flint Food Market Groundbreaking Celebrated

New grocery store on Flint’s north side will bring access to fresh foods to local residents, renovate long-vacant building

Monday, August 30, 2021

Gov. Whitmer Announces U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $3.4 Million to Support Entrepreneurs and Economic Diversification Efforts in St. Clair County, Michigan

Monday, August 30, 2021

U-M MTRAC Advanced Transportation Hub Announces 2021-2022 Funding Awards for High-Tech Mobility Projects

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Announces 319 New Jobs in Key Industries in Grand Rapids area

• Gen3 Defense and Aerospace investing $8.7 million to expand in Kent County, creating up to 269 high-wage jobs • Leading pump manufacturer Blackmer expanding in Grand Rapids, investing $7.3 million