The state's Revitalization and Placemaking program is supporting new housing and mixed-use redevelopment projects in Cheboygan, Lowell, Petoskey, Spring Lake and Zeeland. This $21.3 million in total investment will create 78 new residential units while transforming vacant properties.

Community impact: Projects range from downtown workforce apartments to retail spaces, enhancing vibrancy across both peninsulas.

As President of Bay Mills Indian Community, Whitney Gravelle combines cultural preservation with economic development.

Economic impact: The tribe contributes $25 million in annual income and employs more than 700 people in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

"I love my tribe and I love my community. I love being a part of Bay Mills," Gravelle shares.

The MSU Research Foundation manages an endowment built from decades of licensing revenue, providing over $10 million annually in research funding through its ecosystem of innovation partners, including Spartan Innovations and Red Cedar Ventures.

“Getting discoveries out of the labs and into the real world is a huge part of our mission,” says CEO David Washburn. “It’s about leveraging innovation to make a meaningful impact.”

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Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) helps to connect businesses to new resources, meet new partners and access the additional capital they need from the start. If your business needs support to reach its full potential, the MEDC is available to help. Visit michiganbusiness.org/small-business to find customized business assistance.

Looking for a career in economic development? Want to be part of a team that’s driving Michigan forward? View career opportunities at the MEDC.