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MEDC can help you find industry connections to help grow your business in Michigan

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Find Connections with MEDC's Export Support Services

The International Trade Program facilitates trade missions and international trade shows in foreign markets for small- to medium-sized businesses to create in-market networking opportunities and connections. Additionally, in-state export events and foreign office matchmaking services connect companies to industry peers, including qualified buyers, partners and distributors.

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Industry-Tailored Connections & Matchmaking Opportunities

Mobility Connections Through Michigan's Office of Future Mobility and Electrification

The Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME) helps businesses and organizations get connected to resources and partners across Michigan’s mobility ecosystem. OFME also supports the startup and scale up of emerging technologies and businesses through lead generation for economic developers and matchmaking services and events for mobility and electrification companies.

Matchmaking Services Tailored to Business Needs

With access to a vast and diverse supplier network, MEDC's Pure Michigan Business Connnect (PMBC) program connects Michigan suppliers of goods and services with local, domestic and global buyers based on demand and procurement needs. PMBC helps facilitate introductions to key industry and diverse business associations and strategic partners.

Tap into Regional SmartZones

Michigan’s SmartZone network, consisting of 20 locations across the state, facilitates connections and the commercialization of tech and tech-enabled ideas. SmartZones offer businesses opportunities to build or expand their networks with key community and industry stakeholders.

Discover More with our Small Business Resource Finder

MEDC has complied a variety of resources from partners around the state for small and micro businesses. Search the resource finder and discover additional support availalbe to help find connections and more.

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