Transition of economy not easy, but imperative
Daniel Howes, business columnist for the Detroit News, discusses the transition Michigan needs to make from a manufacturing economy to one that is more diverse and knowledge -based.
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Regional economic development collaborative created
Twelve economic development organizations across Southeast Michigan have joined together to create the Economic Development Coalition of Southeast Michigan (EDCSEM).
Green thinking is simple economics, says Michigan Suburbs Alliance
The Michigan Suburbs Alliance, a non-profit working with Southeast Michigan inner-ring suburbs, explores the issue of how sustainibility can impact the economy in an editorial, and will again at its second Mayors and Managers Policy Breakfast on Feb. 22.
United Way CEO urges regional solutions to area’s problems
United Way for Southeastern Michigan CEO Michael Brennan discusses the agency's survey process that has led them to begin working on solving the region's major problems in three key areas: educational preparedness, economic stability and basic needs. He urges the region to work together in a collaborative manner to acieve success.
Guest Blogger: Lou Glazer
This week's guest blog is supplied by Lou Glazer, the president of Ann Arbor-based Michigan Future Inc., a think-tank that is a resource of ideas for how Michigan can and should reshape its economy. Here's his first post, and check back throughout the week for more of Glazer's thoughts.
Study: Auto suppliers major player in nation’s economy
A new study enumerates the significant impact that the motor vehicle supplies industry has to the nation's economy. The study, the first of its kind, will arm suppliers with proof of their import in negotiations with local, state and federal agencies.
Newsradio WWJ launches Michigan Future blog
WWJ has launched Michigan Future, a blog that reports on the culture of innovation in Michigan.
Scholarships, stipends available for tech-savvy women
Women pursuing IT careers can apply for over $50,000 in scholarships and technology stipends from the Michigan Council of Women in Technology.
GM chief urges energy diversity
GM Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner urged US policy-makers to pursue the diversification of the nation's energy sources at the Automotive News World Congress in Dearborn.
Dearborn mulls options for Montgomery Ward site
Dearborn City Council was presented with four possible developments for the former Mongomery Ward site last week. One scenario calls for an office/commercial complex at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Schaefer with housing built on the south end of the site; the other three options called for ground floor retail topped with housing.
