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Thursday, June 17, 2021U.S. is the Top Foreign Investment Destination Again!
Global expansion into new markets is the key growth strategy for most companies around the world. Since the start of the pandemic, understanding the factors that influence where and how to invest in a foreign market has never been more critical.Where to Invest According to The 2021 Kearney FDI Confidence Index (Index), global investors remain cautious following the changes to the world economy in 2020 even as vaccines bring some prediction of global economic growth in 2021. Caution by investors is
Thursday, June 17, 2021Gov. Whitmer Announces State will Open to Full Capacity on June 22
More than nine million vaccines administered as new COVID cases fall to one-year low. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today accelerated the end of all COVID-19 epidemic orders on gatherings and masking as COVID-19 cases continue to plummet following increased vaccinations. Beginning June 22, capacity in both indoor and outdoor settings will increase to 100% and the state will no longer require residents to wear a face mask. “Today is a day that we have all been looking forward to, as we can
Thursday, June 17, 2021Brand Application: Détroit Is The New Black. Accelerator Powered by PMBC
Get your brand on Woodward inside Detroit is the New Black! Every two months new brands/makers will be selected to participate in the program. This program is ideal for growing makers who could benefit from testing in a brick-and-mortar space in the downtown Detroit retail market, which has been in business for more than one year. In the end, each retailer will walk away with mentorship for sales training, merchandising and product marketing, actual revenue from their product, and facilitated
Tuesday, June 15, 2021MEDC Partners with Invest Detroit on Small Business Loan Program
MEDC’s Capital Access Program has partnered with Invest Detroit to offer small business loans to businesses across 10 Detroit neighborhoods. The program will provide a guarantee on up to 25 percent of small business loans made by Invest Detroit over the next three years, up to $10 million in lending. Loans generally range from $50,000 to $500,000 and borrowers need to have 2-50 employees and an annual revenue of $3 million or less to qualify. Loan proceeds can be used for working capital, acquisition of
Tuesday, June 15, 2021North America's First Industry 4.0 Accelerator Creates Global Opportunity, Success from Michigan
Industry 4.0, or the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is defined as the convergence of digital and physical technologies—or digitization—within the manufacturing sector and is a collection of six emerging technology sectors including connected factory, data analytics, modeling, augmented and virtual reality, additive manufacturing, advanced robotics and cybersecurity. In order for Michigan to remain competitive—and successful—it must be the most advanced and productive in manufacturing by positioning its
Friday, June 11, 2021U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $754,840 in CARES Act Recovery Assistance to Support Medical Technology Innovators in Southeast Michigan
LANSING, Mich. – Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $754,840 CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant to Techtown Detroit to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the region’s medical and manufacturing sectors. This EDA grant, to be matched with $249,900 in local investment, is expected to generate $5.5 million in private investment. “I am grateful to our federal partners for investing in the future of medical technology, manufacturing, and
Thursday, June 10, 2021PNC Completes Acquisition of BBVA USA
BBVA USA Customers, Clients to be Served Through BBVA USA Until ConversionPITTSBURGH, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) today announced the completion of its acquisition of BBVA USA Bancshares, Inc., including its U.S. banking subsidiary BBVA USA. Through this transaction, PNC is now the fifth largest U.S. commercial banking organization with over $560 billion in assets with a coast-to-coast national franchise that will provide a full range of products and
Thursday, June 10, 2021Huntington Completes Merger With TCF, Adds Five New Board Members
Huntington Now Top 25 U.S. Bank Holding CompanyCOLUMBUS, Ohio, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (Nasdaq: HBAN; "Huntington") today announced it has closed its merger with TCF Financial Corporation ("TCF"), creating a Top 25 U.S. bank holding company. The combination positions Huntington for enhanced profitability and scale, revenue growth opportunities, significant cost synergies, and a strengthened market position, all driving increased long-term shareholder value. "We are
Tuesday, June 08, 2021$2M in COVID-19 workplace safety grants now available
The State of Michigan has launched another round of funding for the Michigan COVID-19 Safety Grant Program. These grants will provide small businesses with fewer than 250 employees, including licensed non in-home childcare centers, matching funds of up to $10,000 to decrease the risk of COVID-19 spread through safety and health-related equipment purchased and training. The grant application window is now open and will close Friday, June 18, with awards given shortly thereafter. Grants received after
Tuesday, June 08, 2021US Department of Commerce organizes several Trade Missions to South America and Webinar series
Cyber Security Business Development Mission to South America This mission aims to introduce U.S. firms and trade associations to some of South America's most rapidly growing information and communication technology (ICT), security, and critical infrastructure protection markets. It will assist U.S. companies in finding business partners to which they may export their products and services to the region.Dates: October 18-25, 2021Register hereU.S. Environmental Technologies Trade Mission to Latin
Tuesday, June 08, 2021A Historic Investment in Our Kids – My Plan to Close the Gap
Dear Michigander, Last year, we made the largest investment in K-12 schools in Michigan history without raising taxes. This year, we are making more historic investments in our kids, educators, and schools to help them emerge from the pandemic and thrive. Earlier this year, I convened the Student Recovery Advisory Council—a panel of Michigan educators, public health leaders, lawmakers, and more—to help us plot a path toward an equitable recovery for every child in Michigan. They created a list of
Tuesday, June 08, 2021River Rouge Retirement as part of DTE Clean Energy commitment
On June 4th, DTE formally retired the River Rouge coal-fired power plant. The facility was constructed on 100 acres on the banks of the Detroit River in the city of River Rouge and began operations in 1956. The coal plant went into commercial operation in 1958 with two generating units of 260 megawatts each and a third at 320 megawatts. At the time, these generating units were the largest in the world. On May 31, 2021, River Rouge supplied its final megawatt of power. The closure of the River Rouge
Friday, June 04, 2021Celebrating Ainu Heritage: University of Michigan Museum of Art
Artwork Title: Ikupasuy (Prayer Stick) Artist: unrecorded Ainu artist Late 19th century–early 20th century, wood, Gift of Mrs. Caroline J. Plumer, 1991/1.79 The Ainu are an indigenous minority group who are native to Hokkaidō, the northernmost island of Japan, as well as a few Russian territories. During the Meiji Period (1868-1912), as Japan spread and modernized, the Japanese government stripped them of their land and culture, so much so that it even became illegal for the Ainu to speak in their
Friday, June 04, 2021DTE Energy launches first-of-its-kind Tree Trim Academy to create 200 high-paying jobs in Detroit
Offering training, transportation and other services for job seekers to begin a new careerDETROIT, Jun. 3, 2021 – DTE Energy (NYSE:DTE) today launched a first-of-its-kind Tree Trim Academy to create 200 high-paying jobs in Detroit over the next three years. In partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 17, the City of Detroit, and Focus: HOPE, DTE’s Tree Trim Academy will offer new jobs, paid training, and wraparound services – like childcare and transportation – for a
Friday, June 04, 2021'Back to Work' resources help Michigan businesses find talent to fill available jobs
Michigan.gov/BackToWork is the premier source for talent, workforce servicesLANSING, Mich. - As the economy continues to grow, the Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) launched a new 'Back to Work' effort to highlight programs and services that help businesses and their current workforce needs. The new online resource - Michigan.gov/BackToWork - centralizes programs and services aimed at helping employers fill job openings; provide safe, healthy work environments for workers; and address
Friday, June 04, 2021GM Partners with APACC to support AAPI Small Businesses
General Motors is partnering with the Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce to support the Asian American Pacific Islander small business community by helping up to 100 AAPI-owned small businesses and individual professionals gain access to APACC membership, resources, and programming. “This partnership delivers upon GM’s efforts to foster the growth and sustainability of diverse small businesses,” said Reginald E. Humphrey, Director, DEI Partnerships at General Motors. “Supporting local business with
Thursday, June 03, 2021Comerica Appoints Sonya Trac National Asian American Business Development Manager; Moves $2.5 Million in Deposits to Asian American Minority Depository Institution
DALLAS, May 12, 2021 – Comerica Bank announced it has appointed Sonya Trac as National Asian American Business Development Manager to support its ongoing commitment to strengthening relationships with Asian American business leaders, entrepreneurs and communities across its five primary markets of California, Texas, Michigan, Arizona and Florida. These responsibilities are an extension of Trac’s current role as Vice President, External Affairs – Northern California. Additionally, Comerica is depositing $2.5
Thursday, June 03, 2021DTE Summer Cooling Tips: Free Home Energy Consultation
To help keep energy bills low and under control during the summer season, DTE has hot weather, energy-saving, safety tips for you to share. This month, we want customers to know about our FREE Home Energy Consultation and the opportunity to receive FREE energy-saving products (up to $425 value) installed at no cost. Find out where your home uses the most energy and identify things that you can do in every room to save energy, plus receive FREE energy-saving products (up to $425 value) installed at no
Thursday, June 03, 2021DTE's 2020 Sustainability Summary: Serving with our Energy
Driving healing, recovery, and progress in 2020 and beyond. It's no secret the COVID-19 pandemic brought unimaginable challenges to our doorstep last year. But as we all know, it also brought great opportunity – and we're proud to say we did what we always do: came together and found new ways to serve our customers and communities with compassion and strength. Last year, DTE awarded approximately $21 million in COVID-19 relief funding, had 2,914 volunteers both in-person AND virtually, and launched
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Thursday, June 03, 2021International Impacts of President Biden’s Tax Proposals
On May 28, 2021, the U.S. Treasury released its Fiscal Year 2022 explanation of the various proposals included in President Biden’s “Made in America” tax plan, known as the Green Book. While far from being finalized, here is an outline of proposed changes within the proposal impacting international businesses the most.InternationalGILTI tax rate – The proposal increases the tax rate on GILTI from the current 10.5% to 21% and eliminates the exemption from GILTI of a net deemed tangible income return,
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Thursday, June 03, 2021Treasury Green Book Offers Look into Biden’s Tax Proposals
Right before the Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. Treasury released its Fiscal Year 2022 explanation of the various proposals included in President Biden’s “Made in America” tax plan. Legislation has yet to be drafted and the proposal and details of the provisions included in what’s known as the Green Book are likely to change during the legislative negotiations. With so many questions resulting from the release, here is an overview of some of the tax proposals.Corporate TaxationIncrease the corporate tax
Wednesday, June 02, 2021Michigan Takes Next Step Back to Normal under updated Vacc to Normal Plan
LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Michigan has reached the next step in the Vacc to Normal plan. As of June 1, capacity limits are lifted for outdoor events and residential gatherings. Additionally, indoor capacity limits will increase to 50%, allowing indoor social gatherings such as weddings and funerals to move closer to normalcy. Face masks will only be required for individuals who are not yet fully vaccinated indoors. "Because so many Michiganders did their part and stepped
Wednesday, June 02, 2021Grant Funds to Go Global: MI-STEP Program
MEDC's International Trade team is committed to creating opportunities for Michigan businesses to export their products around the world. Michigan's State Trade Expansion Program, or MI-STEP, provides financial assistance to support your business in taking the first steps toward international expansion. Not only are MI-STEP grants available for activities involving international travel, these grants also support activities you conduct right from your home office. To learn more about these non-travel
Wednesday, June 02, 2021Michigan celebrates immigrants, recognizes their contributions to create vibrant communities
LANSING, Mich.— As proclaimed by Gov. Whitmer, June 2021 is Immigrant Heritage Month in Michigan, and the state joins a nationwide effort to collectively celebrate the history, culture and powerful influence immigrants have in shaping our communities and strengthening our economy. “The hundreds of thousands of immigrants spread across every corner of our state is a signal of the vast opportunities Michigan offers those in search of a better life for themselves and their families,” said Office of Global
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Friday, May 28, 2021Clayton & McKervey Announces Automation Talent Live Video Series
Southfield, Mich.—May 28, 2021— Clayton & McKervey, a certified public accounting and business advisory firm helping growth-driven companies compete in the global marketplace, is offering a new live video series for the industrial automation segment – Automation Talent 101: Culture, Hiring, & Retention. This 3-part series will cover important considerations regarding culture, talent acquisition, employee engagement and more. “Finding effective ways to recruit new talent to your organization and keep
Wednesday, May 26, 2021THE TRUCK OF THE FUTURE IS HERE: ALL-ELECTRIC FORD F-150 LIGHTNING
All-Electric Power to Wow, More Connected Technology, Elevated Drive Experience and Built Ford Tough CapabilitySuper Powers Only Electric Can Deliver F-Series, America’s best-selling truck for 44 years1, charges into the future with the F-150 Lightning, elevated by all the advantages of electrification and packed with connected technology. F-150 Lightning is a powerhouse that delivers a targeted 563 horsepower and 775 lb.-ft. of torque – the most torque of any F-150 ever – an exhilarating drive, a
Tuesday, May 25, 2021Gov. Whitmer Announces Updates to Return-to-Work Safety Guidelines and Releases New Epidemic Order E
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced updates to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (MIOSHA) COVID-19 emergency rules as many employers return to in-person work. The governor also announced an updated Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) COVID-19 Gatherings and Face Masks epidemic order, eliminating outdoor capacity limits and increasing indoor social gatherings to 50% capacity, which is set to take effect on June 1. “As we work to put
Monday, May 24, 2021Toyota, Honda, General Motors finish 1-2-3 in annual Working Relations Study
DETROIT, May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Results of the 21st annual North American Automotive OEM - Supplier Working Relations Index® (WRI®) Study released today by Plante Moran show that in spite of the serious challenges facing automakers and their suppliers this past year, four of the six major U.S. and Japanese automakers improved their scores. Two automakers worsened. The top three scorers again this year on the WRI® graph were Toyota at 347 and Honda at 316 who gained only two and six points
Monday, May 24, 2021GM Partners with APACC to support AAPI Small Businesses as APACC launches SBAC
General Motors partners up with the Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce (APACC) to support Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) small business community by helping up to 100 AAPI-owned small businesses and individual professionals gain access to APACC membership, resources, and programming. "This partnership delivers upon GM's efforts to foster the growth and sustainability of diverse small businesses," said Reginald E. Humphrey, Director, DEI Partnerships at General Motors. "Supporting local
Monday, May 24, 2021Small Business Support Resources by MEDC: MEDC.Initiate portal
Small businesses across the state now have access to new tools and resources to help them launch and grow in Michigan, including an online small business learning platform called Initiate. The Initiate resource portal covers topics such as money, marketing, management, and COVID-19 resiliency resources. To best position our business community to access these tools, the MEDC is partnering with small business support organizations to work one-on-one with businesses at the local level. Through a “Train the
Friday, May 21, 2021Governor Whitmer Accelerates 'MI Vacc to Normal' Plan to Move Michigan Forward Towards Normalcy
The 'MI Vacc to Normal' Plan now features two steps to get the state back to normal by July 1st LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced an updated ‘Vacc to Normal’ plan, which outlines steps Michiganders can take to emerge from this pandemic. As of June 1, capacity limits will lift for outdoor events. Additionally, indoor capacity limits will increase to 50%, allowing indoor social gatherings such as weddings and funerals to move closer to normalcy. As of July 1, the state will no longer
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Thursday, May 20, 2021Retirement and Cash Flow: A Tale of Two Necessities
People throughout the world are dealing with many uncertainties as they learn how to pivot in the face of the pandemic. But one thing at the top of many minds is retirement. It comes fast, and with people living longer than ever many are nervous about whether their cash flow will meet their needs, or whether they will outlive it altogether. Planning early is the best thing you can do to make sure you have the resources you need during your golden years. Retiring is so much more than simply not working.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021All-in-One Approach Expands What Mendix Makers Can Accomplish
VIRTUAL GLOBAL EVENT – MENDIX WORLD – SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 Mendix, a Siemens business and global leader in low-code application development for the enterprise, today announced the launch of its expanded all-in-one low-code platform. This extends the reach of low-code into new domains, empowering developers of all skill sets to solve an ever-increasing set of business problems. Mendix all-in-one low-code platform builds on its core foundation of model-driven development, enhanced both by product innovation and
Friday, May 14, 2021Confronting COVID-19-Related Harassment of Asian American and Pacific Islander Students in Schools/ A Resource for Families
The U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Justice issued Confronting COVID-19-Related Harassment in Schools, a resource for students and families, to share information about schools’ obligation to investigate and address discrimination, including harassment, targeting students because of their race or national origin. The fact sheet responds to a recent increase in discrimination, including harassment and violence, directed at Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) individuals, including
Friday, May 07, 2021New Michigan State Police policy addressing immigration issues applauded by Office of Global Michigan
Dear Global Michigan Partner, Last week, the Michigan State Police (MSP) updated their policy on Arrests, Extradition, and Prisoners, to better support immigrant rights. The Office of Global Michigan (OGM) applauds these changes, which come as a result of ongoing conversations between the MSP, OGM and immigrant rights groups. This updated policy is a tremendous step in extending protections and building bridges between troopers and immigrant communities. These policy points will ensure that all
Monday, May 03, 2021RRF Application Portal Opens Noon Today
SBA will begin accepting applications via the application portal noon EDT today, May 3. The application portal will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted. In preparation, qualifying applicants should familiarize themselves with the application process in advance to ensure a smooth and efficient application. Register for an account in advance at restaurants.sba.gov. If working with Square or Toast, registration is not required. Review the sample application, updated
Monday, May 03, 2021Restaurant Revitalization Fund Webinar Tuesdays & Thursdays
The Small Business Administration’s Vermont District Office is hosting a free webinar at 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. RRF is a federal grant program that will provide restaurants with funding equal to pandemic-related revenue loss up to $10 million. Topics will include an overview of the program, eligibility and the application process. To access the webinar, click here. (Direct link: http://ow.ly/YFWn50EswnL) To access the webinar by phone, call 202-765-1264
Sunday, May 02, 2021Governor Whitmer Unveils Plan to Get ‘MI Vacc to Normal’
The ‘MI Vacc to Normal’ Plan outlines four vaccination-based milestones to get the state back to normal. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today set the state of Michigan on a pathway to return to normal by unveiling the ‘MI Vacc to Normal’ plan as the state continues to push toward its goal of vaccinating 70% of Michiganders ages 16 years or older. To facilitate this goal, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) will base future epidemic order actions on four
Thursday, April 29, 2021Return-to-Office Workgroup provides recommendations to governor to keep Michiganders safe
LANSING, MICH. – The State’s Return-to-Office Workgroup has provided Gov. Gretchen Whitmer with their recommendations for how employers can begin to plan for a safe, phased reopening of offices. The group consisting of business, labor and public health experts, was established on March 15, and has acted quickly to develop concise recommendations regarding Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) polices and additional
Tuesday, April 27, 2021Detroit Health System Partners with Tech Companies to Tackle Digital Exclusion and Inequities in Healthcare
Henry Ford Health System launches International Competition to Create Solutions and address the digital/healthcare divide for Detroiters with sponsorship from Google Cloud and Miracle Software Systems.DETROIT (April 27, 2021) – Henry Ford Innovations, in partnership with Google Cloud and Miracle Software Systems, will launch an international competition hosted in Detroit, inviting entrepreneurs to propose their top ideas for reducing health inequities through the use of digital technology. Henry Ford
Monday, April 26, 2021Yelp and Gold House Partner to Make It Easier to Support Asian-owned Businesses
Miriam Warren, Chief Diversity Officer - With the escalation of anti-Asian hate crimes and violence we’ve seen across the nation during the pandemic, there’s never been a more important time to support the Asian American community. According to our latest Economic Impact Report on diverse businesses (released today), it’s clear that consumers are increasingly looking to support Asian business owners as the rate of searches on Yelp for Asian-owned businesses in the U.S. increased by 3,404%* in February 2021
Thursday, April 22, 2021Comcast: Standing as One with the Asian American Community
While the devastating impact of COVID-19 has taken its toll on all communities, Asian Americans have been hit particularly hard as the pandemic has mutated into a virus of hate, harassment and violence. In response to the most recent attacks against the elderly, Comcast, NBC Bay Area, Telemundo and the Asian Pacific Fund have launched a Solidarity Fund with an initial investment of $100,000. The fund will provide grants to organizations working to address the persistent anti-Asian sentiment, including
Thursday, April 22, 2021Michigan: Building the Future of Mobility and Electrification
For more than a century, Michigan has been known globally as the place where automotive technology is developed, built, and refined, and where skilled workers can count on earning a good living. Automotive innovation has helped Michigan’s economy grow and thrive, and today, a new generation of innovators across the state is helping to define the future of transportation around the world. As the world of automotive mobility and electrification continues to grow and develop, investments in manufacturing,
Thursday, April 22, 2021The Michigan Opportunity: A Podcast
Through dynamic discussion, The Michigan Opportunity markets the state and promotes Michigan as a world-class business location. The podcast serves as a forward-thinking voice for Michigan as a conduit to global trends and applications in the new global economy. Few of the recent podcasts:Ep. 7 - Birgit Klohs, former CEO of The Right Place Former President and CEO Birgit Klohs worked at The Right Place, Inc. for over 33 years, with great success. During her conversation with us she discusses how she
Thursday, April 22, 2021American Rescue Plan Tax Credits Available to Small Employers to Provide Paid Leave to Employees Receiving COVID-19 Vaccines
WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced today further details of tax credits available under the American Rescue Plan to help small businesses, including providing paid leave for employees receiving COVID-19 vaccinations. Eligible employers, such as businesses and tax-exempt organizations with fewer than 500 employees and certain governmental employers, can receive a tax credit for providing paid time off for each employee receiving the vaccine and for any time
Wednesday, April 21, 2021Ford and the UAW Providing On-Site COVID-19 Vaccines for Employees in Southeast Michigan, Ohio and Missouri
Ford Motor Company and the UAW have secured contracts in three key metro areas – Southeast Michigan, Kansas City, Mo., and Lima, Ohio – to offer on-site COVID-19 vaccines to hourly and salaried employees, and plan to expand to additional locationsFord is working with the UAW and various health providers, including Rite Aid, Liberty Memorial Health System and Lima Memorial Health System, to administer first and second doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccinesProviding voluntary on-site COVID-19
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Wednesday, April 14, 2021MIOSHA takes action to protect workers, extends emergency rules amid surge in COVID-19 cases
Emergency rules extended, outline workplace Covid-19 mitigation requirementsLANSING, Mich. - As broad community spread of COVID-19 continues, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) within the Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) has extended its emergency rules, originally issued October 14, 2020, to protect Michigan workers, businesses, customers and communities from the spread of COVID-19. The emergency rules have been extended until October 14, 2021, but can
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Friday, April 09, 2021Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission (MAPAAC) proud of resolutions denouncing anti-Asian hate
LANSING, Mich.— As the country continues to see a rise in anti-Asian hate crimes, the Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission (MAPAAC) and its’ 21-members are proud to announce the passage of several local municipal resolutions further condemning anti-Asian hate, discrimination and rhetoric. According to Stop Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Hate report, 3,795 anti-Asian incidents were reported between March 2020 and February 2021, from all 50 states, including 16 in Michigan. The
Thursday, April 08, 2021Safety Materials for combating AAPI Hate crimes: United States Attorney's Office & FBI
Following are few important links provided by United States Attorney's Office & FBI regarding combating hate crimes against the Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) community in light of the recent incidents: The White House issued the following memorandum earlier this year:Memorandum Condemning and Combating Racism, Xenophobia, and Intolerance Against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United StatesThe Department of Justice: Hate Crimes Combating hate crimes is one of the Department
Tuesday, April 06, 2021Comerica Bank Launches National Initiative to Combat Violence Against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
Committing $100,000 to Nonprofit Organizations to Support Asian American and Pacific Islander SeniorsDALLAS, March 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank announced today a national program to counter the rise in racially motivated violence targeting the elderly of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities that has occurred since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Comerica's newly created Asian Senior Citizens Anti-Violence Initiative will focus on directing $100,000 in contributions and in-kind
Wednesday, March 31, 2021President Biden Announces Additional Actions to Respond to Anti-Asian Violence, Xenophobia and Bias
“Too many Asian Americans have been walking up and down the streets and worrying, waking up each morning the past year feeling their safety and the safety of their loved ones are at stake. They’ve been attacked, blamed, scapegoated, and harassed. They’ve been verbally assaulted, physically assaulted, killed… The conversation we had today with the AAPI leaders, and that we’re hearing all across the country, is that hate and violence often hide in plain sight. And it’s often met with silence. That’s been true
Friday, March 26, 2021MICHIGAN STRATEGIC HOUSING PLAN
The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is undertaking a planning process to create a new strategic housing plan in Michigan. This is the first such effort in some years. A major push to get resident feedback has been to circulate an online survey so that residents (renters, homeowners) and stakeholders (landlords and developers) can weigh in on their priorities and needs. Attached are flyers about the survey in English, Spanish and Arabic. The links to the survey
Tuesday, March 23, 2021DTE Energy Assistance Programs (2020-2021)
The DTE Energy Winter Protection Program for seniors ends on Wednesday, March 31, but DTE has other forms of assistance that customers on this program can explore. Some of the assistance programs DTE offers are: Energy Saving RebatesDTE Marketplace and DTE InsightActive Military ProtectionShutoff Protection Plan (SPP)Low Income Self-Sufficiency Plan (LSP)and many more To find out more information and eligibility criteria, please click here and here. Also, customers may call DTE at 800.477.4747 if they
Monday, March 22, 202175 Percent Reimbursement for Non-Travel Activities
While we look forward to restarting international travel and attending global trade events, consider the many non-travel expenses eligible for MI-STEP, a 75 percent reimbursement grant of up to $15,000 annually: International Website DesignDesign and Translation of Marketing MediaCost of Compliance TestingSample Product ShippingExport Training WorkshopsU.S. Dept. of Commerce Services These resources help Michigan companies expand their international sales from their home office. Connect with an
Friday, March 19, 2021Kroger's statement on the recent violence against the Asian community in Atlanta
Rachel Hurst, Corporate Affairs Manager, The Kroger Company of Michigan released a statement about the recent violence against the Asian community in Atlanta:"The recent displays of violence and racism against our Asian American communities are deeply upsetting and simply unacceptable. At Kroger, we want our Asian American associates and customers to know that we are standing with you and are committed to providing a safe workplace and shopping environment. Through our Framework for Action: Diversity,
Friday, March 19, 2021MMSDC's statement on the recent violence against the Asian community in Atlanta
Michelle Sourie Robinson, the President & CEO of Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC) has released a statement in connection with the recent attacks against the Asian community in Atlanta, Georgia: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.” ― Martin Luther King Jr., Letter from the Birmingham Jail I am disheartened by the acts of
Friday, March 19, 2021Oakland Community College's (OCC) Statement concerning increased violence toward Asian Americans
Dear Colleagues, OCC recognizes and condemns all acts of violence and hateful rhetoric directed to the Asian-American and Pacific Islander community. We are mindful that this racism has been further heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Anti-Asian hate crimes have increased by nearly 150% in the past year and may have contributed to the tragic killing of eight people in Atlanta this week. To our Asian-American and Pacific Islander students, employees and community members, and those impacted by the
Friday, March 19, 2021Consumers Energy's Statement concerning increased violence toward Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
Consumers Energy released a statement about the increasing attacks on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders: "Attacks against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Michigan and around the country have been escalating, a disturbing trend that we strongly condemn. The xenophobia, racism and violence leveled against the Asian American community runs counter to the values CMS Energy and Consumers Energy hold as a company. As we continue on our journey to fully embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
Friday, March 19, 2021Fifth Third Bank's Statement concerning increased violence toward Asian Americans
Fifth Third Bank released an official statement on Twitter today: The injustices that our Asian American communities are facing are shameful, and they cannot be tolerated. We stand with our Asian American employees, customers, and communities to denounce systemic bias and racism. #StopAsianHateStephanie Smith, the Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer at Fifth Third Bank commented, "There is no place for racism and hate in our communities, period. We are committed to being part of the solution. Join us."
Friday, March 19, 2021Letter from Mary Barra, Chairman & CEO, General Motors, Regarding AAPI Community
Mary Barra, Chairman and CEO of General Motors sent a message to all General Motors employees acknowledging the ongoing hate, discrimination and racism that has happened in the last year in the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community,"The Asian American and Pacific Islander community has continued to face increased acts of violence including the unthinkable tragedy in Atlanta this week, a place where many of our colleagues live and work. We are thinking of our global employees who may have
Friday, March 19, 2021Herman Miller released a statement on Twitter concerning increased violence toward AAPI community
Herman Miller released their statement on Twitter today about the recent acts of violence against the AAPI community: "At Herman Miller we are difference makers and recognize our responsibility to create change inside our company and in the communities in which we live and serve. Now, more than ever, we acknowledge how important it is to make a difference for the AAPI community (Asian American Pacific Islander) by clearly articulating our position with commitment and action. We stand against hate and
Friday, March 19, 2021Kellogg Company's Chairman & CEO released a statement on LinkedIn concerning increased violence towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
Chairman and CEO of Kellogg Company, Steve Cahillane expressed his opinions on LinkedIn today:"At Kellogg, our vision is to help build a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. This is simply not possible in a world where acts of violence occur against individuals who are targeted based on their race. The increase in violence against the Asian and Pacific Islander community is deeply disturbing and our hearts go out to our employees, friends and communities who we know are
Friday, March 19, 2021Metro Health - University of Michigan Health released a statement on social media concerning increas
Metro Health, University of Michigan Health released a statement on social media today: "We have a responsibility to speak out against injustice, intimidation, bias and fear. We must do so now. The mass shooting this week in GA was a horrific addition to an already appalling rise in anti-Asian hate incidents. Our nation must do better. #StopAAIPHate #StopAsianHate"
Friday, March 19, 2021Nissan Motor Corporation's statement on recent incidents against Asian Americans.
Nissan Motor Corporation released an official statement on social media concerning increased violence toward AAPI community, "Nissan stands with the Asian American and Pacific Islander community in the effort to #StopAsianHate. Through the Nissan Foundation, we remain committed to working with our partners to build communities that respect and celebrate our nation’s rich cultural heritage."
Friday, March 19, 2021PNC Bank releases a statement on the recent acts of violence against the Asian American community
Richard Bynum, Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer of PNC, expressed his views: “Hate has no place in our communities,” said Richard Bynum, PNC’s Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer, in response to recent acts of violence towards the Asian American community. Learn more about PNC’s commitment to diversity and inclusion:https://pnc.co/3bVc01T.At PNC, our commitment to the full inclusivity of all people is steadfast. In light of recent acts of violence and hatred against Asian Americans across the
Tuesday, March 16, 2021Michiganders can now begin registering for the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Ford Field in Detroit
Dear Michigander, I wanted to make sure you saw the news last night: Michiganders can now begin registering for the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Ford Field in Detroit. The Ford Field site will operate from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., seven days a week, for eight weeks under the federal government's vaccination pilot program. The community vaccination site is set to officially open on March 24. After the registration process is completed, Michiganders who have registered will receive an invitation either by
Friday, March 12, 2021Governor Whitmer Announces Michigan as One of the Few States in the Nation to Receive a Regional Community Vaccination Site
Michigan will get an additional 6,000 vaccines per day for eight weeks to help hit 70% vaccination goal. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced that an eight-week mass vaccination site with the capacity to administer 6,000 doses each day will open on March 24 at Ford Field in Detroit to serve residents in the broader southeast Michigan region. The Biden Administration in partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) selected southeast Michigan for this major new
Friday, March 12, 2021State to Open Vaccinations to All Adults Beginning April 5
In his first prime-time address to the nation Thursday, President Joe Biden announced a plan to make every adult in the country eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine by May 1. On Friday, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer beat that deadline to the punch by nearly a month, announcing the state is expanding vaccination eligibility to Michiganders age 16 and older effective April 5. The governor also announced that, beginning March 22, the state is expanding vaccination eligibility for Michiganders age 16 and older
Monday, March 08, 2021COVID-19 Information and Resources: Michigan.gov
Please click through the links below to get the latest information on COVID-19, vaccinations, safety guidelines and other information in alternate languages of the state of Michigan. EnglishCOVID Gathering Guidelines Stay Safe and Healthy during the PandemicDine SafelyIndoor Dining GuidelinesMask Up Mask RightCOVID VariantsVaccine Fact Cards - Is it Safe?Vaccine Fact Cards - Can I get COVID?Vaccine Fact Cards - Side EffectsVaccine Fact Cards - AllergiesVaccine Fact Cards - MasksCOVID
Friday, March 05, 2021MichBusiness Virtual Team Bonding Resource Guide
MichBusiness has always been a platform for dialog, education and employee engagement tools. This guide was created to help executive leadership and organizations with virtual team bonding activities for employees to help amplify a healthy and uplifting culture through these unprecedented times.Internal Best Practices and Policies25/45 Meetings Let meeting times to either be 25 minutes or 45 minutes depending on the importance of the conversation. CEO Q&A Coffee Hour During uncertain times, many
Monday, June 29, 2020ICONMA's COVID-19 Medical Screening Service Helps Companies Get a Safe Start
In an effort to keep the communities of our clients and employees safe, ICONMA recently launched our COVID-19 Medical Screening Service. With the protection of our client's workforce top of mind, our newest service offering will allow for a secure work environment as many companies begin to resume onsite activities. ICONMA's COVID-19 Medical Screeners perform temperature readings, conduct questionnaires, and make pass/fail determinations of all individuals who are screened for COVID-19. With
