MEDA and Economic Development News
Each week, the MEDA staff sifts through several sources for news that is useful to our members, and that highlights the work of our members. MEDA members receive the news before it is posted to this page.
Headlines not only include good news about economic growth in Michigan, but also valuable reports, examples of the creative use of an economic development tool for a project, federal-level program updates, or economic outlooks and trends. MEDA Members in the News articles list the name of a MEDA member and tell about the work that they are doing to grow their community. The Economic Development Around the Word component is meant to give perspectives and ideas based on what is going on in other states or countries.
5/16/22
Consumers Energy STEM Lab Aims to Connect K-12 Students to Career Pathways in STEM
Economic Development Resources
New Rail Grade Crossing Elimination Program
Google Offering Workforce Training Scholarships
USDA and EDA Launch Resource Guide to Boost Economic Development in Rural Communities
Top 10 Government Small Business Grants for Women
Economic Development Around the World
The Public Housing Process for New Housing is Broken. Here's How to Fix it. - A Brookings Report
ARPA Cash: Demolition and Capital Expenses Related to Vacant and Abandoned Buildings
MEDA Member News and Views
Legacy Building in Bay City Honored with Governor's Award for Historic Preservation - Featured: Jenifer Acosta, Principal, Acosta Real Estate and Development
Michigan Opportunity Podcast with Wafa Dinaro, Executive Director, New Economy Initiative
5/10/22
Site Selection 2022 Prosperity Cup Announced - Michigan in Top 10
Economic Development Resources
MSHDA Releases First Statewide Housing Plan
Tools of the Trade: Michigan Helps Companies Go International
USDA Expands Access to Four Key Loan Programs - April 27th Updates
Economic Development Around the World
Recession Remedies - A Brookings Report
MEDA Member News and Views
Michigan Still Has Room to Grow in Tech - Featuring: Randy Thelen, President and CEO, The Right Place, Inc.
Bay City Water Works Building Inspires Dreams. Now, It Needs to Inspire Developers. - Featuring: Steven Black, Transaction and Operations Manager, RACER Trust
5/2/22
Nominate for Crain's Detroit Business 40 Under 40 Today
Former GM Warren Plant Site Redevelopment Advances with Tax Incentives
Economic Development Resources
Detroit Regional Public Purchasing Matchmaker Forms
Grand Sourcing Summit 2.0 Forms
Economic Development Around the World
Select Committee to US Commerce Dept: Improve Timeliness of Releasing Economic Data
MEDA Member News and Views
Lenawee Now Welcomes Daejin Advanced Materials USA to Adrian - Featuring: Jim Van Doren, Executive Director, Lenawee Now
Top 50 Economic Developers in the Nation by Consultant Connect - Featuring: Jack Johns, Macomb County Department of Planning and Economic Development AND Christina Frank, Cornerstone Alliance
4/25/22
Optimizing Market Share in the EV Industry
5 Practical Zoning Hacks for Missing Middle Housing
Economic Development Resources
Resilient Lakeshore Heritage Grant Program Opens June 1st
Small-Business Loan Requirements Checklist
Economic Development Around the World
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces the Rural Partners Network to Empower Rural Communities to Access Federal Resources
JP Morgan's Trends in Venture Capital Report
MEDA Member News and Views
Consumers Energy Foundation, CEDAM Select the City of Hart as a Finalist for the Put Your Town on the Map Competition - Featuring: Nichole Kleiner, Economic and Community Development Director, City of Hart
Systems Control Gets UPMW Funds - Featuring: Lois Ellis, Executive Director, Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance
4/18/22
Lake Superior Community Partnership Names New CEO, Christopher Germain
State Prepares for Hundreds of Millions in Broadband Infrastructure Funding
Economic Development Resources
2022 IEDC Economic Development Week Toolkit
Clayton & McKervey's Expanding to the U.S. E-Book
Economic Development Around the World
Tight Labor Markets and Wage Growth in the Current Economy
MEDA Member News and Views
The Hotel Hayes Building in Downtown Jackson Sells to New Developers - Featuring Scott Fleming, CEcD, CEO, Jackson Anchor Initiative
Michigan’s Fastest-growing County Remains Committed to Preserving Farmland - Featuring Becky Huttenga, Agriculture and Economic Resources Coordinator, Ottawa County
4/11/22
Why Michigan is Pumping $50 Million into a Private Potash Operation
Economic Development Resources
EDA Releases New Tools for Helping Economic Developers to Make Informed Development Decisions
Wayne State and Global Detroit Launch International Startup Program
Economic Development Around the World
Rural Rising: Economic Development Strategies for America’s Heartland
Paths to New Prosperity in Industrial Regions of the West
How Economic Developers in NC Increased Childcare Options for their Counties
MEDA Member News and Views
Kinexus Group Named Among Nation’s ‘Best Nonprofits to Work For’ - Featuring Todd Gustafson, Chief Executive Officer, Kinexus
Farmington Earns Certification as ‘Redevelopment Ready Community’ - Featuring Kevin Christiansen, AICP, PCP, Economic and Community Development Director, City of Farmington
4/4/22
Economic Development Resources
Housing Development Loan Program Expands to Include Qualified Developers
PMBC 2022 Tri-State Small Business Virtual Training and Matchmaking Summit
Economic Development Around the World
Two Really Big Ideas That Could Fix the Disastrous U.S. Housing System
Is It Time for a National Zoning Atlas?
MEDA Member News and Views
Listen: The Build Up Featuring DEGC CEO Kevin Johnson (podcast)
3/28/22
LG Energy Solution Commits to a $1.7 Billion Lithium-Ion Battery Production Facility in Holland, MI
Economic Development Resources
PMBC Meet the MiDiCo Buyers Event - Supplier Applications Due April 8th
KKR Small Business Builders Grant Program
Economic Development Around the World
TechNet Closing the Skills Gap Full Report
E-commerce Powers the Rise of Multistory Industrial Projects
MEDA Members in the News
Leveraging News Media to Tell Your Region’s Economic Story - Featuring: Craig Clark, Owner, Clark Communications
New Legislation Aims to Allow for Former Industrial/brownfield Sites to be Revitalized - Featuring: Tyler Rossmaessler, Executive Director of the Flint and Genesee Economic Alliance
3/21/22
Economic Development Resources
Brownfield Program Changes to Make ‘Transformative’ Tool More Accessible
PMBC Northern Michigan Food and Beverage Processing Webinar
Economic Development Around the World
36th Annual Survey of Corporate Executives Commentary: Small to Mid-Size Companies Focus on Costs
MEDA Member News and Views
Big Moves in St. Clair County - Featuring: Dan Casey, Chief Executive Officer, Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County
The Right Place Assists Roll & Hill with Wyoming Expansion - Featuring: Brent Case, Vice President of Business Attraction for The Right Place, Inc.
3/14/22
Historic Opportunities: Modernizing Michigan, Strengthening Our Economy
Economic Development Resources
Gov. Whitmer Announces $8M Investment to Support Construction Careers for More Than 640 Unemployed and Other Historically Underserved Michiganders
Small-Scale Housing Rental Program for Rural Areas
Economic Development Around the World
Coastal Cities Have Dominated Tech Work. A New Analysis of Pandemic Trends Suggests New Possibilities.
MEDA Member News and Views
2022 Michigan Heritage Awardees Announced - Featuring: Ara Topouzian, Executive Director, Michigan Venture Capital Association
Historic Fisher Body 21 in Detroit to be Redeveloped into Affordable Housing for $134M - Featuring: Kevin Johnson, President and CEO, Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
LEAP and PNC Foundation Launch Elevate, Groundbreaking Black Entrepreneurship Program - Featuring: Bob Trezise, President and CEO, LEAP
3/7/22
Economic Development Resources
Apply for Business Resources (ABR) through the Growing MI Business Grant Program
PMBC MEDX Applications Due March 18 - Help Business Connect with Defense Organizations
Economic Development Around the World
Manufacturers Are Embracing DIY Supply Chain
Save $200 on Site Selection Consultant Database
MEDA Member News and Views
Local Leaders Ready Themselves to Put ARPA Dollars to Work in the Bay County Region - Featuring: Trevor Keyes, EDFP, President and CEO, Bay Future, Inc.
Business Attraction or Retention? - Featuring: Matt McCauley, Chief Executive Officer, Networks Northwest
2/28/22
Bloomberg: Michigan Has the No. 1 US Economy, Has Grown the Most in its History
MTEC SmartZone Successful in Obtaining Rural Development Fund Grant
Economic Development Resources
Michigan STEM Forward Summer Internship Fair
Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council Partners to Improve Working Capital
Updates to the Michigan Brownfield Act and Phase I Environmental Site Assessment ASTM E1527 Standard
Economic Development Around the World
How the Biden Energy Plan Will Impact U.S. Business
Economic Development Research Partners Survey: Real Estate in 2022
MEDA Member News and Views
The Right Place Debuts Community Development Division - Featuring: Tim Mroz, Senior Vice President of Community Development; Travis Alden, Senior Director of Community Development; Randy Thelen, President and CEO, The Right Place, Inc.
Gov. Whitmer Announces Approval of Multiple Projects Creating Over 390 Good-Paying Jobs and Economic Opportunities - Featuring: JoAnn Crary, President, Saginaw Future, Inc.; Maureen Donohue Krauss, President and CEO, Detroit Regional Partnership
$2M Awarded to 11 Businesses in Battle Creek through the Washington Heights Entrepreneurial Fund - Featuring: Joe Sobieralski, President and CEO, Battle Creek Unlimited
2/22/22
Local Government ARPA Investment Tracker
Detroit's Central Station to House "Innovation District" with City, State, Ford Partnership
Economic Development Resources
Michigan's Talent Pool is Attracting Businesses Whitepaper
Michigan Afflicted Business Relief Program
Economic Development Around the World
Lordstown, Ohio Gives Michigan Hint of How EV Battery Plant Changes Economy
The Changing Geography of U.S. Talent
MEDA Member News and Views
Governor Whitmer Expands Access to Child Care, Adding Seven New Programs - Featured: Lisa McComb, Executive Director of Otsego County Economic Alliance
New Community Transformation Fund Invests in First Company - Featured: Birgit Klohs, Founder/Executive Chair, New Community Transformation Fund
2/14/22
Grand Rapids Named Best Place to Raise a Family by Rocket Homes
5 Economic Proposals in Whitmer's Budget Blueprint
Economic Development Resources
Society for Human Resource Management HR Registered Apprenticeship Program (HR RAP) - Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn more!
The BOSS Network and Sage's Invest in Progress Grant
Economic Development Around the World
Improving Quality of Life—Not Just Business—is the Best Path to Midwestern Rejuvenation - A Brookings Report
New Short-term Internship Program to Help Students, Businesses
MEDA Member News and Views
MDARD Team Visits Indoor Ag Program - Featuring: Mary Myers, Director of Business Development, Lake Superior Community Partnership
U.P. Downtowns Transformed into Revitalized Destinations - Featuring: Marty Fittante, Chief Executive Officer, InvestUP
2/7/22
First U.S. Public Wireless EV Charging Road System Set for Michigan Central Station
Lansing Unveils Plans for 2,025-person Music and Arts Venue 'The Ovation'
Economic Development Resources
CONNEX(TM) Michigan - Free Until April 30 - Supply Chain Network for Manufacturers
2022 Michigan Investment Organizations
Economic Development Around the World
2022 Global Expansion: Michigan Focus - Feb. 10th - Registration Open to Michigan International Attraction Community
Locations That Promote Employee Health and Well-Being Coming to the Forefront
MEDA Members in the News
Elizabeth Masserang Appointed to Oakland County's Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors - Featuring: Elizabeth Masserang, Regional Manager of Brownfield & Economic Incentive Services at PM Environmental, Inc.
Officials See Chance to Train Future Workforce - Featuring: Ryan Hundt, Economic Director, Michigan Works! Association
2/4/22
1/31/22
State Approves $824M in Incentives for GM Battery, EV Plants
DTE Energy Invests $2.2 Billion with Michigan Businesses in 2021
Economic Development Resources
NEXTFactor Discovery Regional Workshops - Michigan Travel Strategic Recovery Plan
MEDC Toolbox Training Webinar Series Winter 2022
Economic Development Around the World
USDA Launches Pilot Program to Deploy Renewable Energy Infrastructure to People in Rural Towns
MEDA Member News and Views
The Blue Economy: The Past, Present, and a Potential Future - Featuring: Sam Bailey, Strategic Initiatives Manager, Northern Lakes Economic Alliance
$2 Million in Funding to Support Small Businesses in Lake Huron Region - Featuring: Trevor M. Keyes, President & CEO of Bay Future, Inc.
1/24/22
Gov. Whitmer Creates Michigan Infrastructure Office
Economic Development Program Resources and Updates
Discover Manufacturing Scholarship
MSU Foundation’s Diversity in Entrepreneurship Program Continues to Soar
MEDA Members in the News
How the Ongoing Pandemic Has Impacted Employment in the Ann Arbor Region
Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership Accredited by the International Economic Development Council
1/20/22
1/18/22
5 Reasons Why the Detroit Region is America's Next Tech Hub
Kivnon USA Sets Up North American Headquarters in Farmington Hills Michigan
“Standard Allowance” Finding Greatly Expands Eligible Uses for American Rescue Plan Funding
MEDA Members in the News
U.P. Businesses and People Continue to Thrive
1/12/22
Samantha Seimer to Serve as Michigan Economic Developers Association Board President in 2022
Alan Weber to Serve as Michigan Economic Developers Association Board Treasurer in 2022
Mary Myers to Serve as Michigan Economic Developers Association Board Secretary in 2022
Michigan Economic Development Corporation Small Business Survey
Food Incubators, Accelerators on the Rise in West Michigan
MEDA Members in the News
Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett Serving as SEMCOG Chair
Economic Development Around the World
Supply Chain Woes Prompt a New Push to Revive U.S. Factories
1/4/22
MEDC Hires Familiar Face as COO
New Michigan Tax Change Could be Boon for Business Owners
Turning the Great Resignation Into Great Attraction
Chip Shortage is Still Complicated Going Into 2022
MEDA Members in the News
Detroit Region Aerotropolis Annual Report Shows Strong Growth
Economic Development Around the World
The Great Pandemic Migration
12/29/21
New Economic Development Relief Fund for Hotels and Restaurants Impacted by COVID19
Detroit Hires New Chief of Mobility Innovation
MEDA Members in the News
Michigan Needs to Improve Short Game, but Long Game is Everything in the End
Economic Development Around the World
What Makes a Successful Innovation District in Today's Economy?
12/20/21
Michigan Lawmakers OK $1B for Economic Incentives to Attract Big Business Investments
Michigan Future Business Index Survey Results
Detroit Center for Innovation to be Built in Ilitch-owned District Detroit
MEDA Members in the News
Busy Legislative Season Brings Opportunities for Economic Development
Economic Development Around the World
Assessing the State of Digital Skills in the U.S. Economy
12/13/21
MiBiz on WOOD-TV8: Major Utilities Propose Economic Development Rates to Attract Major Projects
New Statewide Coalition Announces Work On Cohesive Strategy To Help Michigan Win And Create Jobs
STEM Internships in Michigan Pay Off for Students, Companies
MEDA Members in the News
The Michigan Opportunity Podcast - Featuring Olga Stella, Executive Director – Design Core Detroit & VP of Strategy and Communications – College of Creative Studies
Free Resource
Get a Free Copy of Investing in Rural Prosperity Guide from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
12/6/21
First Impressions Tourism (FIT) Program Accepting Applications - Get an Assessment of Your Community
USDA Seeks Applications for Rural Energy for America Program
MSHDA - Neighborhood Housing Initiatives Division (NHID) Team Survey (2021)
MEDA Members in the News
Flint Industrial Park Gets Tax Break for Planned $14M Expansion, Renovation
Economic Development Around the World
Workforce Development Programs Are in Overdrive - Programs Being Used Around the U.S.
11/29/21
The Infrastructure Bill Has Passed! Now What?
Metro Detroit Lenders Growing With Loans to 'Risky' Businesses
WirelessCar Establishes U.S. Headquarters in Southfield
MEDA Members in the News
The Right Place Expands Economic Development Reach to Mason, Mecosta Counties
Whitmer Announces 100 New Jobs, $1M Capital Investment from Expansion of Crest Marine in Owosso Area
Economic Development Around the World
How the Global Chip Shortage is Boosting US Manufacturing
11/22/21
Child Care as Economic Development? You Bet. $1.4B in Aid Coming to Michigan
Michigan Future Business Index Survey
MEDA Members in the News
Otisco Township Manufacturer Announces $30.4 Million Expansion, Creating 38 New Jobs
Economic Development Around the World
Videos from Connected Nation Conference - Infrastructure and Emerging Technology, Rural Broadband Conversation, and more!
11/15/21
Michigan: A Hand in the Next Generation of Semiconductor Manufacturing
Michigan Seen Among Options for Rivian Battery Plant
Toyota Pledges $6 Million for Expansion, Testing at Mobility Center in Michigan
COVID Recovery
Survey: Pandemic Labor Shortage Still Haunting Businesses, but May Be Easing
Economic Development Around the World
Front Line: Infrastructure Investment Faces Hurdles
11/8/21
How to Attract Big Talent to Small Cities
International Trade and Development Internship Company Application
Coalition Urges Michigan to Invest $600M for EV Infrastructure, Workforce Training
COVID Recovery
FAQ: Breaking Down the Labor Department COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Rules
MEDA Members in the News
Wafa Dinaro Recognized in Crain's 40 Under 40
Economic Development Around the World
Investing to Produce More Skilled Workers Must be Part of Rebuilding America
11/1/21
International Economic Development Council Names New President & CEO
A Path Toward Safe and Equitable Cities - Download Report
COVD Recovery
Employment Law 2022 - COVID Hygiene
MEDA Members in the News
Governor Whitmer Announces Agribusiness Expansion Bringing Nearly 200 Jobs to Holland, Placemaking Projects Around the State
Economic Development Around the World
2021 Top 100 Best Places to Live in America
10/25/21
Michigan Tech’s Great Lakes Research Center Receives Maritime, Mobility Funding
Lakeshore Advantage Receives IEDC Award
DTE Renewable Energy Supplier Event
MEDA Members in the News
Macomb County Receives Major Grant, Launches "Macomb Next" Programming Aimed at Advancing Local Manufacturing
Economic Development Around the World
Uptick in Rural Chargers Will Likely Make EV Drivers Happy Campers
10/18/21
Logistics Company, Auto Supplier to Create 424 Jobs Near Flint
TC Tourism, State of Michigan Partner for Daycare Pilot Program
GM to Build New Battery Facility in Warren to Support its EV Strategy
Nissan Adds $40M Safety Lab to Farmington Hills Engineering Center
MEDA Members in the News
EDA of St. Clair County Launches New Podcast
Michigan Is Automobility Report: The Home For Automotive Talent And The Industry’s Electric Future
Economic Development Around the World
How the Shift to Railways is Keeping Supply Chains on Track
US IT Job Growth Slows, but 2021 Still on Track for Record Hiring
10/11/21
How Detroit Sold Lear on Building New Plant, Creating 450 Jobs in City
Michigan’s Venture Capital Ecosystem is Thriving
COVID Recovery
For COVID Recovery, the Nation Should Take Lessons from the Heartland
MEDA Members in the News
DTE Energy Awards Grants To Spur Economic Development And Job Creation
Economic Development Around the World
Talent Wars 2021 Free DCI Report
10/4/21
Download MEDC's "Michigan: Mecca for Developers" Whitepaper
Smarter Manufacturing Ideas to be Showcased at LIFT in Detroit
MSHDA's Neighborhood Enhancement Program Accepting Applications
Whitmer Signs $70B Michigan Budget: What Survived, Thrived and Died
MEDA Members in the News
Economic Development Project of the Week - Middle Michigan
Economic Development Around the World
Whitmer, Midwest Governors to Coordinate EV Charging Infrastructure and More
9/28/21
Funding Opportunities for Rural Infrastructure - Deadlines Approaching
Michigan Launches Pilot to Build a Wireless Charging Road for Electric Vehicles in Metro Detroit
Free Michigan Department of Treasury Webinars for Businesses Starting This Week
MEDA Members in the News
50 Names to Know in Government: Vicky (Rad) Rowinski
Economic Development Around the World
Supply Chain Disruptions: A Critical Window of Opportunity
9/20/21
$2 Million in Export Assistance Funds Available for Michigan’s Small Businesses
A New Federal Grant Should Make Regional Leaders Rethink Their Industry Clusters (Brookings Report)
West Michigan Outdoor Recreation Pitch Competition
MEDA Members in the News
Blackmer Expands Grand Rapids, Michigan, Manufacturing Campus
Economic Development Around the World
Economic Sentiment Unchanged As Consumers Digest Mixed Economic Signals
9/13/21
Creative Ways to Use ARPA Funds
Federal Historic Preservation Funds to Support Communities Along the Great Lakes
Michigan Underscores Mobility and Electrification Leadership with Launch of “The Future Of” Podcast
MEDA Members in the News
SmartZone Selects Operators to Manage Technology Incubator Services
Economic Development Around the World
Challenges Facing the Auto Industry Post-Pandemic
8/30/21
Want to Attract Talent? Build Your Employer Brand
Keys to Successful Capital Project Delivery
2021 Ann Arbor Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report
MEDA Members in the News
Michigan Sugar Company Investing $65+ Million to Build Desugarization Facility at Bay City Factory
Economic Development Around the World
The American Alley, Part 1: A Hidden Resource
8/23/21
Carbon Fiber Bridge Developed at Lawrence Tech Could Last 100 Years
Auto Supplier Lear to Create Hundreds of Jobs at Old Cadillac Stamping Site
Michigan to Partner with Ontario on Cross-Border Mobility Technologies
MEDA Blog Post
The Wave of Potential Job Losses in Michigan that Doesn’t Need to Take Place!
MEDA Members in the News
HomeStretch Housing Project, Riverfront Plaza Eyed For Downtown TC
Economic Development Around the World
World Economic Forum to Establish Global Centre for Urban Transformation in Detroit
8/16/21
MSU Fund Michigan Rise Gets $6.5 Million from State for Early-stage Funding
Economic Development Website Design Project Planning Guide
MEDA Members in the News
Michigan Works! Association Announces Ryan Hundt As Chief Executive Officer
St. Joseph Automation Manufacturer Expanding, Adding 20 Jobs to Support Growth
West Michigan Reverses Chicago Exodus, Gaining Residents as State Stagnates
Economic Development Around the World
Will Massive Federal Outlays Finally Close Digital Divide?
8/9/21
53 Voices Challenges for Female Entrepreneurs
Michigan Retains #1 Spot for Automotive Manufacturing
What's in Federal Infrastructure Bill for Michigan Roads, Bridges, Transit, EVs
MEDA Blog
How the Marketing and Business Development Funnel Drives FDI and Business Attraction
MEDA Members in the News
Three VB Companies Recognized for Creating Economic Growth
Economic Development Around the World
The Benefits of EDO-DMO Collaboration and Smart Place Branding Initiatives to Attract Talent
8/3/21
New Flint Partnership to Combine Education, Job Training Efforts of Three Organizations
$300 Discount for Site Selector Database
The Best (and Worst) Cities for Living on $15/Hour
MEDA Blog Post
How the Marketing and Business Development Funnel Drives FDI and Business Attraction
MEDA Members in the News
New Opportunities for Small and Mid-size Blue Water Manufacturers to Embrace Industry 4.0
Economic Development Around the World
House-Rich, Cash-Poor: The Worst and Best Cities in America Ranked
7/26/21
Michigan Invests in Its Talent Ecosystem
Centrepolis Accelerator Awarded a Regional Industry 4.0 Readiness Grant
NEW MEDA Blog Post!
How the Marketing and Business Development Funnel Drives FDI and Business Attraction
MEDA Members in the News
Grand Rapids Offers Grants to Businesses in Neighborhoods of Focus
Royal Oak Social District Opening Brightens Business Hopes
Economic Development Around the World
How Rural Areas Can Build Their Knowledge Economy
7/19/21
Michigan Mobility Funding Platform
Entry Point Seeking Small Businesses to Feature for a Special Edition of The Cackle
Detroit Internet Exchange Granted Tax-exempt Status, Members Include Google, Amazon, and Microsoft
MEDA Members in the News
Christmas in July Campaign Aims to Boost Small Businesses in Macomb County
Economic Development Around the World
Americans' Shift to Be Their Own Bosses is Lasting In Pandemic
7/12/21
GVSU Named a 'Best for Vets' College by National Outlet
Funding Available to Commercialize Advanced Computing Technologies
MEDA Members in the News
U-M’s Economic Growth Institute Joins Effort to Ease Disruption from Nuclear Facility Closure
Economic Development Around the World
As California and Texas Face Blackouts, Data Centers See Opportunity
What’s Driving Record Industrial Real Estate Demand
7/6/21
Policymakers Offer Proposals to Fix Three Upcoming Tax Changes
Report: Michigan’s Legal Cannabis Industry Hits $3B
NEW Blog Post!
Accelerating Our Advantage: Talent, Research & Innovation
MEDA Members in the News
SAGE Club Partners with MADE to Bring Fresh Produce to Northern Flint Community
Economic Development Around the World
Life Sciences on the Rise - North American Report
Remote Work Won’t Save the Heartland - A Brookings Report
6/28/21
Michigan Approves $2.2 Billion for Food, Housing, Government and Disaster Assistance
Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge Application Deadline July 26
Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association Launches Safe Dining Program
MEDA Members in the News
Governor Whitmer Announces 350 New Manufacturing and Logistics Jobs, Transformational Placemaking Projects in Benton Harbor, Houghton
Economic Development Around the World
2021 Gold & Silver Shovel Awards Recognize State and Local Economic Development Efforts
Top Cities Where U.S. Manufacturing Is Thriving
6/21/21
Furniture Industry Panel Discusses Supply Chain Issues, Addressing Challenges
City of Charlevoix Establishes First Housing Conservancy
NEW MEDA Blog Post!
ARPA Treasury Guidance Begins to Rollout
MEDA Members in the News
Get Ready For This Historic Four-Story Renovation Happening in Kalamazoo
Economic Development Around the World
Countries Lavish Subsidies and Perks on Semiconductor Manufacturers as a Global Chip War Heats Up
6/14/21
SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program Grant Opportunity
Economic Development Around the World
Economic Development Research Partners Free Report: How Economic Developers Are Expanding Broadband Access
6/7/21
IEDC Launches Equitable Economic Development Playbook
Whitmer Order Expands 'Essential' High-speed Internet to Communities Across the State
Autocam Medical Announces New $60M Building in Kentwood
MEDA Members in the News
Faris Alami Named to Franklin University Advisory Board
Site Readiness Programs Breathe New Life into Neglected Properties
Economic Development Around the World
Not-so-remote Areas With Internet ‘Black Holes’ Renew Fight for Broadband
6/1/21
Michigan Leads Venture Capital Growth in Great Lakes Region
How Cities Can Receive Funding From The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
GVSU Study Confirms Gaps in Entrepreneurial Support
NEW! MEDA Blog Post
REAL ESTATE ALERT FOR MEDAers (Part I) - ENVIRONMENTAL DUE DILIGENCE . . . why a Phase I is the best money you can spend
MEDA Members in the News
U.P. Perspective: The Housing Issue
Economic Development Around the World
The Rise of Pedestrian-First Streets
5/24/21
Michigan Food and Agriculture Exports Jump Nearly 19% to $2.2B in 2020
NTIA Infrastructure Grant Program Informational Webinar on May 26th
Quentin L. Messer, Jr. Appointed MEDC CEO
MEDA Members in the News
Lenawee Now Honored by Mid-America Economic Development Council
Economic Development Around the World
Talent on the Move; Where People Live and Work after COVID-19 - Download Full Report with Strategies on How to Take Advantage of the Trends
5/17/21
Biz Group Floats Work Grant; Federal Aid Higher Than Thought
Kirk Steudle Leading Development of Oakland County's Strategic Mobility Plan
Real Estate Insider: Here's What it Will Cost You to Build Out an Office This Year
MEDA Members in the News
Auto Supplier Leasing Former Delphi Facility With Plans to Create Dozens of Jobs
Lakeshore Advantage Receives Grant to Help Local Manufacturers With Industry Readiness
5/10/21
Location Matters 2021: The State Tax Costs of Doing Business (Tax Foundation Study)
MEDA Members in the News
20 Under 40 Overall Winners: No. 7 Jenifer Acosta
Bold Advanced Medical Future Health Plans Grand Rapids, Michigan, Headquarters
DBusiness 30 in Their 30's Class of 2021
Economic Development Around the World
American Factories are Desperate for Workers. It's a $1 Trillion Problem
5/3/21
Ford Announces Global Battery Center of Excellence in Michigan
MEDA Members in the News
Is Your Delegation Building Trust, Engagement, and Opportunity? (Podcast)
SEDP - SBA Restaurant Revitalization Fund (Recorded Webinar)
Economic Development Around the World
Survey: Business Economists More Optimistic About US Growth
4/26/21
Make It Marquette Launches as Talent Attraction Initiative for Digital and Remote Workers
Several Funding Opportunities for Rural Infrastructure from USDA Rural Development
Consumers Energy, Mott Community College Partner on Lineworker Training Program
NEW MEDA Blog Post!
Remote Ready Communities
MEDA Members in the News
Michigan Venture Capital Association Releases 2021 Research Report
Economic Development Around the World
Renewed Focus on University Tech Transfer Drives Life Sciences Innovation
4/19/21
2021 Manufacturing CFO Outlook Survey
Pure Michigan Regional Advertising Campaign Launches
MEDA Members in the News
Benton Harbor’s Kinexus Group Tabbed Among Nation’s Best Nonprofits for 5th Year Running
The Most Important Element of Your Economic Development Website – Part 1
Economic Development Around the World
The Entrepreneurship Boom of 2021: A Once-in-an-Economic-Development-Career Opportunity
4/12/21
Michigan Furniture Industry Symposium
MEDC's New Michigan Opportunity Podcast
MEDA Members in the News
Farmington Earns State "Redevelopment Ready" Honors
Economic Development Around the World
America’s Top Sites for Business Prosperity and an Enjoyable Life
4/5/21
States are About to See a Historic Infusion of Funding to Help Entrepreneurs
Future Mobility and Economic Opportunity (Webinar Recording)
Free Michigan STEM Forward Information Session on 4/8
MEDA Members in the News
BuyDetroit Program Launches April 1
Economic Development Around the World
New Tax Incentives for Commercial and Industrial Automation Integrators
3/29/21
Washtenaw County Tech Leaders Advocate for Their Industry to Define "talent" by More Than a Degree
MEDA Members in the News
Attracting Remote Workers to Your Community: 3 Must-read Articles
MADE Institute Founder Gains Statewide Attention for Work With Formerly Incarcerated Residents
Economic Development Around the World
First of its Kind: Ramsey County's Economic Competitiveness & Inclusion Plan
3/22/21
Michigan Statewide Housing Plan Survey
Facebook COO Announces Free Training for Michigan Small Businesses
MEDA Members in the News
Macomb County EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant Funding Now Available, PM Environmental Selected as Authorized Consultant
Special-Lite Expands Benton Harbor, Michigan, Production Complex
Zach Morris and Tyler Rossmaessler Make DCI 40 Under 40 List This Year
Economic Development Around the World
17 Reasons to Let the Economic Optimism Begin
3/16/21
Connecting Michigan Virtual Tour Recordings
Economic Development Week is May 9-15
2021 Virtual Making It In Michigan Summit Connects Agricultural Entrepreneurs with Buyers
MEDA Members in the News
China Township Entrepreneurs Have a Solution for COVID-era Grocery Drop-offs
Economic Development Around the World
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