Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Pfizer breaks ground on new pharmaceutical production facility in Portage

Investment will have major impact on Southwest Michigan’s economy, further strengthens Michigan’s healthcare, professional and corporate services industries

Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Business expansions bring high-wage jobs, new investments to Ann Arbor region

• Two projects building on Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Back to Work Michigan plan expected to generate total private investment of $27.2 million, create 279 jobs • Healthcare tech company Workit Health expanding in Ann Arbor, creating at least 179 well-paying jobs • Software provider Nexient adding 100 high-wage jobs in Scio Township, building on state’s growing tech footprint

Tuesday, March 30, 2021

More than $500,000 in MEDC Match on Main grants awarded to support small businesses

Funds will support 21 local businesses in 17 communities around the state

Friday, March 26, 2021

Historic Michigan lighthouses awarded $126,667 in lighthouse preservation grants

Three lighthouses around the state receive funds to make repairs, keep shining bright on Michigan’s coasts

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

MEDC Announces RFPs for Tourism, Business Marketing and PR Efforts

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

State Supports Early-Stage Innovation Projects

Michigan State University chosen to administer the statewide University Early Stage Proof of Concept-ADVANCE Fund on behalf of Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

MSF approves support to strengthen Michigan’s talent pipeline, continue economic recovery with business growth, community revitalization projects

•Two talent initiatives to focus on strengthening Michigan’s workforce, STEM talent •Food producer expanding in Detroit, creating 300 jobs •Community revitalization projects in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Middleville bringing needed housing, growth opportunities •Branding RFPs, Updated Brownfield TIF MSF Program Guidelines, Extension of MSF Awardee Relief Initiative also approved

Monday, March 22, 2021

Crowdfunding campaign launched for “Cascade in the Shade” at Shadyside Park in Mount Clemens

$40,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Thursday, March 18, 2021

Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs Secures New Funding for Creative Aging

New Activities Help Older Adults Contribute to Communities

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

MEDC Executive Committee Approves Resolution Naming Jeff Noel Interim CEO of Michigan Economic Development Corporation