LANSING, Mich. — To recognize the state’s urgent and growing need for talent and the programs and services in place to help and engage residents in employment, training and educational opportunities, Governor Gretchen Whitmer encourages Michiganders to explore the many career pathways available to them during Career Exploration and Awareness Month.
Virtual Healthcare Trade Mission to the U.A.E.
February 1-11, 2021
Together with the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers, MEDC invites companies to join a healthcare sector trade mission to the United Arab Emirates. This mission offers a chance for companies to get a head start on their participation in Arab Health 2021 (May-July 2021) or to utilize the trade mission to develop leads in the U.A.E.
US manufacturing activity increased for a seventh straight month in November, according to the manufacturing index from the Institute for Supply Management. The index fell to 57.5% in November from 59.3% in October; a reading of above 50 indicates expansion in the industry, but the decline in index means that pace of growth improved over the month.
The Michigan Strategic Fund today approved a $10 million grant program to help meet the urgent needs of small businesses disproportionately impacted the COVID-19 virus. The Pure Michigan Small Business Relief Initiative will utilize federal CARES Act funding to award grants of up to $15,000 to small businesses across Michigan, with applications being available beginning December 15, 2020.
• Michigan Strategic Fund authorizes relief program to expected support small businesses disproportionally impacted by COVID-19 crisis
• MEDC seeking grant administrators to ensure statewide coverage; applications for administrators due Dec. 2
• Eligible small businesses able to apply for grants starting on Dec. 15 at www.michiganbusiness.org/relief
As a leading voice for small businesses in Michigan, the Michigan Business Network (MBN) believes the people making decisions need to hear how COVID-19, the Stay Home, Stay Safe order and other state of Michigan mandates are impacting your business. MFBI Survey Link
Real Christmas trees can become dangerous projectiles if not properly secured
DEARBORN, Mich., (December 1, 2020) — Thanksgiving has passed and the Christmas season is in full effect. Parents with children in tow are searching for a Christmas tree. Now that you have found the perfect tree, transporting it to your home can be problematic. AAA is reminding drivers this holiday season to properly secure and transport their real Christmas trees so everyone can safely enjoy the holidays.
In the short time since COVID-19 arrived in the United States and in our state, many manufacturers have been devastated by loss of revenue, hits to their supply chain, workforce disruption and potential closure.
As a leading voice for small businesses in Michigan, the Michigan Business Network (MBN) believes the people making decisions need to hear how COVID-19, the Stay Home, Stay Safe order and other state of Michigan mandates are impacting your business. MFBI Survey Link
