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A new brand and refreshed approach will bring resources and much-needed energy to Michigan’s ongoing effort to revitalize historic downtowns and commercial districts. The effort is based on a partnership among the National Main Street Center, Inc., and a network of 45 state, city, and county-level Main Street coordinating programs, including the Michigan Main Street program at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).
MCACA names New Leaders Program grant recipients
The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) today approved a total of $102,189 in grants to 42 organizations in its New Leaders Program for arts-and-culture projects in Michigan. The New Leaders Program for Retention and Engagement is directed by the New Leaders Arts Council of Michigan, an advisory group to MCACA consisting of young professionals and students beginning their careers in the arts and cultural field.
“This brings to a close our grant programs for FY 2016,” said John Bracey, Executive Director of MCACA. “It has been a record breaking year for MCACA in terms of applications and funded grants.”
Business expansion projects win state approval to invest, add jobs in Michigan
Three business expansions that will generate nearly $5 million in total investment and create 166 jobs around the state have received Michigan Strategic Fund approval for support, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today.
2016 Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism
Join us for the 2016 Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism April 17-19. With “Think. Act. Thrive.” as the theme, you’re in for prime educational and networking opportunities with over 1,000 industry stakeholders. Join us in Michigan’s Capital City.
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11 Michigan companies to join MEDC at Arab Health in Dubai, Jan. 25-28, 2016
Business leaders from 11 Michigan companies will join the Michigan Economic Development Corporation at the 2016 Arab Health Exhibition and Congress, taking place Jan. 25-28 in Dubai.
“MEDC is pleased to be participating in this year’s Arab Health show,” said MEDC Chief Executive Officer Steve Arwood. “Michigan companies are well-positioned to respond to the fast-growing demand for health care products and services in the Middle East, and this year’s show provides an excellent opportunity to showcase Michigan technologies and know-how.”
#DetroitRising Expands It’s Awareness For The Community Listing Statements and BIO’s Of It’s Speakers
On Tuesday, January 26, 2016, #DetroitRising and Microsoft are hosting an initial one-day summit to discuss and brainstorm solutions to some of the most pressing challenges confronting Detroit neighborhoods.
The agenda is based on the Rockefeller Foundation’s and ARUP’s “City Resilience Framework” and “Social Innovation Lab Guide,” which use a whole system approach for guiding social innovation in cities. Our primary goal is to identify the next steps for Detroit’s communities and obtain commitments from individuals and groups to ensure those next steps are taken.
#DetroitRising will bring leaders and decision-makers from all sectors of society together to transform Detroit into a resilient city to discuss some of the current challenges facing Detroit communities and brainstorm innovative solutions. We believe this transformation needs to begin in our neighborhoods. We are inviting you to join a community discussion to recognize the important work already being done in Detroit’s communities, as well as identify work that still needs to take place. We hope to generate practical solutions to accelerate social innovation, equity, and empowerment within our neighborhoods. More
Michigan Strategic Fund approves business expansions, community revitalization projects, entrepreneurship support and more
At today’s final meeting of the year, the Michigan Strategic Fund board focused on continued economic progress in 2016 by approving a range of projects including an amended MEGA agreement with General Motors, several business expansions and community revitalization projects, support for entrepreneurship, and two Pure Michigan sponsorship agreements. MSF also made administrative changes aimed at improving efficiencies between the Michigan State Housing Development Authority and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
MEDC announces city of Ypsilanti to receive certification through Redevelopment Ready Communities program
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced the city of Ypsilanti is the sixth community to receive Redevelopment Ready Communities® (RRC) certification. RRC is a voluntary, no-cost program that assists local municipalities in establishing a sound foundation for development and investment to occur in their communities.More
Business expansion, community improvement projects win state approval to invest, add jobs in Michigan
Total Quality Logistics establishing new facility in Cascade Charter Township
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of one business expansion and three community revitalization projects that will generate nearly $2.5 million in total investment and create 77 jobs around the state.More
MEDC taps Fredrick Molnar to lead entrepreneurship efforts
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced the promotion of Biotech Venture Director Fredrick Molnar to Vice President of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, effective immediately.More
MCACA names New Leaders Program grant recipients
The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) today approved a total of $102,189 in grants to 42 organizations in its New Leaders Program for arts-and-culture projects in Michigan. The New Leaders Program for Retention and Engagement is directed by the New Leaders Arts Council of Michigan, an advisory group to MCACA consisting of young professionals and students beginning their careers in the arts and cultural field.
“This brings to a close our grant programs for FY 2016,” said John Bracey, Executive Director of MCACA. “It has been a record breaking year for MCACA in terms of applications and funded grants.”
Business expansion projects win state approval to invest, add jobs in Michigan
2016 Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism
Join us for the 2016 Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism April 17-19. With “Think. Act. Thrive.” as the theme, you’re in for prime educational and networking opportunities with over 1,000 industry stakeholders. Join us in Michigan’s Capital City.
More
11 Michigan companies to join MEDC at Arab Health in Dubai, Jan. 25-28, 2016
#DetroitRising Expands It’s Awareness For The Community Listing Statements and BIO’s Of It’s Speakers
On Tuesday, January 26, 2016, #DetroitRising and Microsoft are hosting an initial one-day summit to discuss and brainstorm solutions to some of the most pressing challenges confronting Detroit neighborhoods.
The agenda is based on the Rockefeller Foundation’s and ARUP’s “City Resilience Framework” and “Social Innovation Lab Guide,” which use a whole system approach for guiding social innovation in cities. Our primary goal is to identify the next steps for Detroit’s communities and obtain commitments from individuals and groups to ensure those next steps are taken.
#DetroitRising will bring leaders and decision-makers from all sectors of society together to transform Detroit into a resilient city to discuss some of the current challenges facing Detroit communities and brainstorm innovative solutions. We believe this transformation needs to begin in our neighborhoods. We are inviting you to join a community discussion to recognize the important work already being done in Detroit’s communities, as well as identify work that still needs to take place. We hope to generate practical solutions to accelerate social innovation, equity, and empowerment within our neighborhoods. More
Michigan Strategic Fund approves business expansions, community revitalization projects, entrepreneurship support and more
MEDC announces city of Ypsilanti to receive certification through Redevelopment Ready Communities program
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced the city of Ypsilanti is the sixth community to receive Redevelopment Ready Communities® (RRC) certification. RRC is a voluntary, no-cost program that assists local municipalities in establishing a sound foundation for development and investment to occur in their communities.More
Business expansion, community improvement projects win state approval to invest, add jobs in Michigan
Total Quality Logistics establishing new facility in Cascade Charter Township
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of one business expansion and three community revitalization projects that will generate nearly $2.5 million in total investment and create 77 jobs around the state.More
MEDC taps Fredrick Molnar to lead entrepreneurship efforts
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced the promotion of Biotech Venture Director Fredrick Molnar to Vice President of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, effective immediately.More