Business Development Services

When you choose Michigan, you get the whole team. We’ll meet your relocation and expansion with a collaborative, streamlined process. Our state agencies, local and regional partners, utilities, workforce training institutions, permitting authorities and higher education institutions are ready. The process isn’t just unified, it’s personalized. With all of our state and local economic development resources, Michigan delivers tailored assistance to invest and expand your operations and workforce.

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Entrepreneurial Opportunity

Michigan is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit and world-class innovation. No other state in the nation provides the breadth and depth of entrepreneurial support to emerging companies like Michigan.

Incentives & Taxes

Michigan offers one of the best pro-business environments in the country and provides businesses with the support they need for expansion and growth through resources, incentives and loans.

MEDC Partners

MEDC works in collaboration with more than 100 economic development partners and believes in a culture of collaboration. Explore our partnership network and find additional resources across the state.

Connect with Michigan Businesses

Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) is a free service that brings small to medium-sized Michigan businesses together with local, national and global companies for supply chain sourcing opportunities. See how PMBC can help you forge partnerships and grow your business by connecting with PMBC or signing up for an upcoming matchmaking event.

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Additional MEDC Services

International Trade Services

MEDC offers business assistance identifying and pursuing global market opportunities. Utilize the international trade program to start or expand export activities and grow your business.

Access to Capital

MEDC works to increase the availability of capital for Michigan companies at every stage of development. Use the Capital Locator Tool to find more information based on your business stage and industry.

Statewide Business Assistance

Find helpful information on starting a business, technology assistance, and obtaining permits and licenses, as well as other resources for business success in Michigan.

Expand or Relocate Your Business

Use the MEDC Real Estate Database to find and compare available business sites and properties across Michigan as well as discover more about the state's communities and the exciting opportunities that await.

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Community Development

MEDC works to create and grow vibrant, diverse and resilient communities across Michigan by providing economic development services and programs to attract and retain talent in Michigan communities.

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Find your regional Business Development Manager for personalized business assistance. MEDC's regional Business Development Managers can provide or connect you to the information and resources you need to help grow and expand your business.

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