Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Building a sustainable talent pipeline in advanced manufacturing isn’t just about keeping up with tech—it’s about empowering a resilient, adaptable workforce through training and cross-industry partnerships. Learn how Michigan is doing just that in a new article with the World Economic Forum from Stephanie Wright, Chief Operating Officer for the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Kerry Ebersole Singh, Chief Talent Solutions and Engagement Officer for the State of Michigan.

You won’t want to miss this special edition of #TheMichiganOpportunity podcast featuring key players in the mobility industry from the inaugural Michigan Mobility Conference. Tune in: puremi.ch/4f7wlzc 🎤 Justine Johnson, Chief Mobility Officer at the Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification 🎤 Camille Hoisington, Director of Ecosystem Development at Traverse Connect 🎤 Kameale C. Terry, Co-Founder and CEO of ChargerHelp 🎤 Josh Naramore, Senior Program Manager, Policy at the NACTO (National Association of City Transportation Officials) 🎤 Allison Bowman, Head of Business Development at Tubular Network 🎤 Timothy Papandreou, Founder and CEO of ETA Advisors 🎤 Vincent Keenan, Head of Innovation Engagement at the City of Detroit

Do you love Michigan and want to help it thrive? Come join our team! 👔 Business Development Manager: Support business retention, expansion, and talent attraction in the Detroit Metro region. Applications due Nov. 18. 🌟 Student Assistant: Support the development and implementation of talent development and attraction solutions across Michigan. Applications due Nov. 18. 🤝 Community Development Manager: Help guide Michigan communities on how to use funding tools that support local projects. Applications due Nov. 22. #JobPosting #MakeItInMichigan

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Jo Tranchita and her husband moved to Michigan from Ohio with plans to retire. They didn’t expect to buy a pizza restaurant, but now they’re just getting started. After deciding the Upper Peninsula's wide-open beauty suited their needs, Jo felt strongly that she couldn’t let a 50-year-old local institution close its doors, so she decided to run it herself. Now, as a person who loves to serve, she has a grand plan to open a farm-to-table restaurant on her maple syrup and blueberry farm, saying there are so many food cultures she wants to explore. http://spklr.io/6048aupC

From helicopter blades during World War II to parts that helped astronauts get to the moon, Traverse City’s robust manufacturing history serves as a great backbone for the business growth happening at Promethient, Inc. Cutting-edge technology is one thing, but being located in a place that top talent wants to live is a trick that CEO Bill Myers says is key to their success. puremi.ch/3Nxu0kW

The future of mobility is alive and well in Michigan. Thank you, everyone, for a wonderful inaugural Michigan Mobility Conference! In case you missed it... ⭐ Congratulations to Civilized Cycles for winning the inaugural PitchMI competition. The business will receive $100K to design and manufacture ultra-light EVs. ⭐ The state announced Changing Lanes, a new program that will enable auto workers in transition to pivot their careers into the growing advanced mobility sector. ⭐ The Michigander Scholars program will provide new opportunities for emerging mobility tech companies to attract and retain top talent. ⭐ Congratulations to the six recipients of the $15M Equitable Mobility Challenge, who will address mobility gaps and improve access to education, jobs, health care, food, and social opportunities. Learn more: puremi.ch/4ehXONH. Photos by Nadir Ali, Three and a Third Photo.

Buell Motorcycle Co. is fast-tracking their success after moving the company to Michigan in 2021. The state’s skilled talent pool, strong mobility ecosystem, and the MEDC’s Collateral Support program helped to ramp up production on an innovative concept motorcycle called the Super Cruiser.

The Miracle League Field at Mundy Miracle Commons features a soft-surfaced baseball field and is the first fully accessible facility of its kind in Genesee County. Supported by the MEDC’s Public Spaces Community Places program and local crowdfunding, it serves children and adults with special needs, fostering inclusive play and community engagement since its opening in September 2023. https://puremi.ch/3YrFBZe

In our second year as an Inc. Magazine Power Partner, we remain committed to providing entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to grow and succeed. We don’t just offer programs – we provide personalized guidance for businesses, downtowns, housing projects, and municipalities. Just ask Calumet Electronics Corporation and Orbion Space Technology. Our Talent Action Team also made the list because it is addressing critical talent fulfillment needs for high-tech and priority industries like EVs and semiconductors. puremi.ch/3YAsa9l