The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), a public-private partnership between the state and local communities, promotes smart economic growth by developing strategies and providing services to create and retain good jobs and a high quality of life.

Businesses are choosing Michigan for our diverse and abundant workforce, business-friendly environment, low cost of living and global supply chain assets. Add that to the state's available business resources and our eagerness to get to work, and you have a recipe for success. 

 

International Trade Services

• Financial Assistance - We provide direct reimbursement to eligible small businesses to develop or expand export-related activities.
• International Trade Centers - Our International Trade Centers provide counseling, market analysis and more to help Michigan businesses market their products.
• Resources & Training - We coordinate market research, training, website development and more to jump-start your momentum in a foreign market.

 

MEDC Services To Help Grow Your Business

• Buyer and Supplier Matchmaking -  With access to a vast and diverse supplier network, Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) connects Michigan suppliers of goods and services with local, domestic and global buyers.
• Startup and Entrepreneurial Support - No other state in the nation provides the breadth and depth of entrepreneurial support to early-stage and emerging high-tech companies like Michigan.
• Access to Capital Providers - Using small amounts of public resources to generate private lender financing, the Capital Access program provides small businesses access to capital that might not otherwise be available.
• Test and Pilot Mobility Technologies - PlanetM grants and programs are available to support global mobility companies test and pilot their technologies in Michigan or at Michigan’s state-of-the-art testing facilities.
• Community Development - MEDC helps to create vibrant and sustainable places to live, work and play by providing economic development services and programs to Michigan communities.
• Government Contracting & Bid Targeting - Find and win federal government contracts and receive grant writing assistance.
• Defense Industry Connections - When it comes to advancing military defense systems, Michigan ranks high above the rest.

 

To find out more, visit our website or call us at (888) 522-0103.

 

 

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