Mid-Michigan Region
Center of it All
Mid-Michigan Region
Middle of the Mitt
Whether nestled in the bay of Lake Huron or stretching across the lower peninsula, the Mid-Michigan region encompasses the splendors of a hundreds of Michigan's inland lakes, rural communities, and bustling college towns, all while honoring its Tribal history and heritage with the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. The region’s contributions to Michigan’s mobility, advanced manufacturing, and agribusiness industries and range of recreational opportunities make it optimal for businesses, residents, and visitors alike.
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The Show Must Go On
Born and raised in Clare, Lisa Benic and her sister saw the movie theater venue of their childhood may not recover after the pandemic and surge of online streaming. They decided to do something about it and after talking with the owner, the sisters moved forward to save this historic piece of downtown Clare.
Future of Economic Growth
How Mid-Michigan Compares
Since 2018 there have been 505 new jobs created in the mobility industry.
There are 17 times more container and plastic manufacturing jobs in Mid-Michigan than the rest of the country.
There has been an increase of over 1,200 new jobs in crop production in the Mid-Michigan region since 2018.
There has been 183 new jobs in material sciences added to the region since 2018.
Talent in Mid-Michigan
From Michigan legacy companies like Dow and Hemlock Semiconductor to life sciences startups, the Mid-Michigan region is the home for businesses of all sizes and industries, providing plenty of opportunities for talent. A fixture of the Mount Pleasant community since 1892, Central Michigan University is among the state’s eight research universities and boasts 200 academic programs, ranging from undergraduate and graduate to doctoral levels.
Higher Education
SmartZones
SmartZones provide distinct geographical locations where technology-based companies, entrepreneurs and researchers can locate in close proximity to community assets that assist in their endeavors. SmartZones include technology business accelerators that provide resources and various services to Michigan entrepreneurs.
We have seen many improvements and renovations that have taken place in Saginaw and many more on the list for the future. We have helped by bringing people back downtown and showing them it is a great place to live, work and invest.
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Middle Michigan Development Corporation
The Middle Michigan Deveolpment Corporation works to grow the economy with services designed to retain, expand and attract businesses in Clare, Gladwin, Isabella, and Osceola Counties.
Saginaw Future
Saginaw Future Inc. provides proactive and focused economic development assistance to business executives, site selectors, developers and investors in Saginaw County.
A Little Bit of Everything
Shaped by Lake Huron, the Mid-Michigan region is dotted with communities and attractions to enjoy throughout the year. From lakeside retreat Bay City and Frankenmuth, known as Michigan’s Little Bavaria, to Midland’s Dow Gardens, which boasts the country’s longest canopy walk and 110 acres of botanical gardens, be where you can find a little bit of everything in Mid-Michigan.
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