Tuesday, February 25, 2020

MSF actions help create vibrant community spaces, support entrepreneurial programs and promote Michigan as world-class business location

Community development projects will bring new vitality and economic activity to Albion, Ironwood, East Jordan and Plainwell • Business marketing efforts to promote Michigan • Support for tech and small business startup programs

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Michigan’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Receives Increased Support for Growing High-tech Startups in the State

Michigan Strategic Fund approves more than $2 million to support high-tech entrepreneurs and startups across state

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

THIS JUST IN: Michigan Extends its Leadership in Global Mobility

Following a year in which Michigan saw nearly 11,000 new automotive jobs created, Governor Gretchen Whitmer today laid out her vision for securing Michigan’s continued global leadership in both the automotive manufacturing and mobility sectors.

Monday, February 24, 2020

Nine Michigan Main Street communities receiving $250,000 in grants for small businesses

Funds will support 10 local businesses in communities around the state

Monday, February 24, 2020

Crowdfunding campaign launched for ‘Wayne Veterans Memorial’ project

$30,000 goal to win matching grant through MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places initiative

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Four mobility startups to launch pilots solving transportation challenges in Michigan with support from PlanetM

More than $1.5 million invested in 20 startups throughout the state since the launch of the PlanetM Mobility Grant program in 2018 • e-Mobility Analytics, Parkofon, PikMyKid and Zown among the latest recipients of PlanetM Mobility Grant program

Thursday, February 13, 2020

Seven Michigan companies traveling to Mexico to increase aerospace export opportunities

Seven Michigan businesses to join MEDC-led mission in Mexico, Feb. 18-20, 2020 • Trip will increase companies’ export opportunities with crucial trade market

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Crowdfunding campaign launched for Milford Skatepark

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

Friday, February 7, 2020

Auto supplier Paslin Company expanding in Warren to support future development of electric vehicles

Expansion will create 200 jobs, generate $45 million in private investment in Southeast Michigan • Company wins contact with EV manufacturer Rivian to supply assembly systems for electric vehicles

Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Crowdfunding campaign launched for “A Nutrition House for Auntie Na's Village” in Detroit

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