Michigan is home to cutting-edge medical facilities, innovative technology companies, as well as defense contractors that equip our military. Manufacturing remains the foundation of our economy. It now includes advanced batteries, solar panels, and wind turbines, in addition to vehicle production, where we will lead the way in the movement toward alternative fuel and driverless cars. Entrepreneurship is alive and well across the state, and we can’t wait to see who the next Henry Ford, W.K. Kellogg, or Barry Gordy will be.
Great Breaking News
Michigan ranked a top state for college students
MoneyRates.com released its newest research to help college students find the best place to study and acquire the job skills needed to compete in today’s job market. The Best States for College Students study ranks four-year colleges in all 50 states based on average cost, retention rate, student-to-faculty ratio, graduation rate and breadth of choice. Michigan placed in the top 10 for its strong scores across all five factors analyzed, and tied with Washington for the #8 spot overall.
Leelanau & Keweenaw make Reader’s Digest most gorgeous peninsulas list
Appropriately enough, Michigan is the only state to have two peninsulas included in the Readers Digest list of gorgeous U.S. peninsulas. Leelanau was singled out for its stunning lakeshore, three lighthouses, and old fishing shanties. Keweenaw got the nod for Copper Country, its National Historic Park, lighthouses, and waterfalls, among other attractions.
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WomanUp & Pitch West MI
WomanUp & Pitch West MI
Ten West Michigan female entrepreneurs are gearing up to pitch their businesses LIVE for a chance to win the $10,000 grand prize, $5,000 second place, and $2,500 third place prizes in BOTH startup and established business categories. Tune in to cheer them on AND get insights into delivering a primo pitch. PLUS! Vote for your favorite WomanUp […]
