Michigan Recovery among tops in nation, state heading for expanded economic growth, according to annual survey
An expansive survey of economic activity across the U.S. offers an endorsement of the strength of the Michigan recovery and a boost for the promising prospects for the state’s continual business growth.More


She’s new in town and she brings with her the North American headquarters of Freudenberg, staff and all. She’s Leesa Smith, a native of New Jersey and the German-based corporation’s North American president and regional representative.
Solar growth across the nation has been strong, with New York setting a particularly impressive example — 30 percent in 2013 — according to a report conducted by Frontier Group for Environment New York Research & Policy Center. New York’s progress on solar has helped fuel a tripling of solar energy nationwide between 2011 and 2013, growing statewide from 175 MW to 250 MW.
Solar manufacturer Suniva Inc. has begun construction of its new solar module assembly factory in Saginaw Township, and company officials are finishing the initial round of hiring.
Oakland University’s business incubator in Rochester, will be hosting a free entrepreneurial workshop on Thursday, Aug. 21 at 9 a.m. on the topic of compliance with data security laws.
Automation Alley, Michigan’s largest technology business association, has hired Ted Williams as technology investment analyst.
Across the state on Wednesday, August 13th, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) is inviting employers to “Take a Stand” for workplace safety and health.
It’s time to consider providing passenger rail service between Traverse City and the nearby community of Williamsburg as a start toward reviving train travel in Michigan’s northern Lower Peninsula, a nonprofit advocacy group says.