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Monday, June 16, 2025Honoring World Refugee Day
In recognition of the strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions of refugees in our communities, we are pleased to share the State of Michigan’s official proclamation in honor of June 20th, World Refugee Day. This is a powerful affirmation of Michigan’s ongoing commitment to being a place of welcome and opportunity for all, and highlights the social, cultural, and economic impact refugees make across our state. This year, World Refugee Day focuses on Solidarity With Refugees. As partners in this
Thursday, June 12, 2025Welcome to the MI Hub for Manufacturers
Welcome to the MI Hub for Manufacturers We're here to help you on your manufacturing business journey! From capital to expert advisors, find what you need to grow, adapt, and thrive—all in one place and free to use.Create Your Account Support & Resources We strive to help Michigan-based manufacturers grow and adapt to industry shifts by providing access to business advising, responsible funding, events and courses, and a wide range of partner resources and programs. Funding Apply for responsible
Wednesday, June 11, 2025APACC Welcomes Michelle Maki as New Special Events Manager
APACC is pleased to welcome Michelle Maki as our new Special Events Manager, beginning June 2, 2025. This strategic addition comes as part of the organization's continued growth and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for APACC members, the AAPI business community, and Michigan's economy. Michelle brings with her an impressive 20+ year track record in event planning, project management, and member services across diverse industries. Having successfully managed everything from intimate board
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025GM to invest $4 billion in its U.S. manufacturing plants
General Motors today announced plans to invest about $4 billion over the next two years in its domestic manufacturing plants to increase U.S. production of both gas and electric vehicles. The new investment will give GM the ability to assemble more than two million vehicles per year in the U.S. This announcement comes on the heels of the company’s recently announced plan to invest $888 million in the Tonawanda Propulsion plant near Buffalo, New York to support GM’s next-generation V-8 engine. Plants in
Saturday, June 07, 2025Rocket Cos. Announces Offering of $4B in Senior Notes due 2030 and Senior Notes due 2033
Rocket Cos. Inc., the Detroit-based fintech platform including mortgage, real estate, title, and personal finance businesses, is proposing to issue and sell $2 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2030 and $2 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2033 in an offering that will be exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The notes will initially be fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally, on a senior unsecured
Thursday, May 29, 2025Michigan launches public-private partnership with DTE Energy and Consumers Energy to boost manufacturing and support good-paying jobs
DTE Energy and Consumers Energy commit to leveraging purchasing power to support and grow Michigan manufacturers and clean energy startups Community & Worker Economic Transition Office launches MI Hub for Manufacturing with support from philanthropy Michigan is a top 10 state for clean energy jobs, leads the nation for total jobs in advanced materials and has the fastest-growing workforce for energy-efficient HVAC and renewable heating and cooling MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Labor
Wednesday, May 21, 2025MEDC Announces $8.8 Million in Grants for Organizations Supporting Under-Represented Small Businesse
The Trusted Connector Grant and Entrepreneur Support Grant, administered by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, provide funding to support small business development initiatives across the state. LANSING, Mich. – Today, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) announced the 23 Michigan organizations that will receive grant funding from the Trusted Connector Grant program, which provide grants to organizations such as chambers of commerce and other member-based organizations that
Tuesday, May 20, 2025Gov. Whitmer Proclaims May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a proclamation declaring May as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in Michigan. “Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of AAPI Michiganders who make Michigan stronger every day,” said Governor Whitmer. “From starting small businesses to serving on the frontlines of health care, education, and public service, this community plays a vital role
