ProQuest to expand A2 facility, hire 303
Source: metromode, 12/20/2007
Ann Arbor's ProQuest has announced plans to expand its Ann Arbor facility, and to hire roughly 303 employees over the next five years. The expansion will center around a $6.5 million data center, says Elliot Forsyth, senior vice-president of human resources and operations.
Danotek to double staff next year
Source: metromode, 12/20/2007
Danotek Motion Industries LLC is generating more than power - the company will double its eight-member staff in the next year, adding a total of 141 employees over the next five years.
Detroit-based Caraco Pharmaceutical to grow from 500 to 1,000 over next decade
Source: metromode, 12/20/2007
Caraco Pharmaceuticals, located in Detroit's New Center, is benefiting from access to local talent and state tax abatements to forumlate a rock-solid succession plan that includes training for future and current employees and a hiring projection that will grow the company from 500 to nearly 1,100 over the next ten years.
General Dynamics snags $49m military contract
Source: metromode, 12/20/2007
With another military contract - this one worth $49 million - things are going well for Sterling Heights defense contractor General Dynamics Land Systems.
Mechatronics master's program draws private sector attention
Source: Lawrence Technological University, 12/20/2007
A new mechatronics master's degree program at Lawrence Technical University has been drawing attention and assistance from the private sector - boding well for the state's technological future.
MSU study says sustainable energy equals jobs
Source: Great Lakes IT Report, 12/20/2007
A Michigan State University study has good news for Michiganders, and the environment - the wind industry can have a significant economic impact on the state.
Troy-based NuSoft to hire 60 in '08
Source: metromode, 12/13/2007
Driven by increased market demands, Troy-based NuSoft Solutions, Inc. execs see another year of continued growth.
Oxford Biomedical gets $100K federal contract
Source: metromode, 12/13/2007
The Rochester Hills research firm has gotten a $100,000 contract from the National Institute of Health to refine the applications of baby aspirin with regard to cardiovascular health.
Wayne State group gets $2.5m NSF grant
Source: metromode, 12/13/2007
A five-year, $2.5 million National Science Foundation grant and access to some of the world’s finest equipment is a good place to be. Just ask Wayne State University Professor Mary Rodgers, leader of a university consortium for advanced biological structure and imaging applications.
Green Space: Holiday gift guide
Source: metromode, 12/13/2007
'Tis the season...to buy stuff? If the holidays are cutting into your environmentalism, dive into metromode's guilt-free guide to gifts.
Troy-based software developer to hire 40
Source: Great Lakes IT Report, 12/13/2007
Troy-based software company New World Systems, Inc., is hiring software developers, from entry-level to experienced, to accommodate company growth.
MEDC honors diversified businesses
Source: State of Michigan, 12/13/2007
Gov. Jennifer Granholm is honoring businesses that have shown the ability to adapt to Michigan’s new economic circumstances.
Dearborn Group, Inc., expands green
Source: Oakland Business Review, 12/13/2007
Farmington Hills-based diversified engineering technology company Dearborn Group Inc. recently announced plans for a $1.17 million green expansion.