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Pairing Michigan Talent with Possibilities
Michigan Economic Development Corporation is dedicated to helping businesses and talent reach their highest potential – and that commitment is what gave rise to the Talent Action Team (TAT). As a matchmaker for the state’s higher education institutions, diverse industries and innovative, career-minded jobseekers, TAT has partnered with more than 20 employers, from Fortune 500 companies to growing startups. Whether you’re a company looking to expand, a current resident seeking to increase your job prospects or a new graduate looking to kickstart your career, our team can help connect you to the right opportunities and resources.
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Invested in Connecting Jobseekers and Students to Skills and Career Opportunities in Michigan
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Michigan #2 in the Nation for Helping Residents Get Employed
New report shines a light on the state’s efforts to drive business growth, attract and retain talent, and build vibrant communities LANSING, Mich. — Michigan provides employment services to more participants than any other state in the Midwest and is #2 in the nation for helping adults get employed. These accomplishments are exemplified through the […]
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MEDC wins 11 Telly Awards for ‘You Can in Michigan’ TV spot
The TV spot from the “You Can in Michigan” national marketing campaign won four Gold Awards and seven Silver Awards, highlighting the innovation and success of the state’s work to attract and retain talent. A national campaign from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is earning some serious hardware – and generating buzz for […]
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Gov. Whitmer Announces New Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation
Col. John Gutierrez, USMC (Ret.) announced as executive director with decades of military expertise LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) in announcing the new Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation (ODAI), which will help grow the state’s defense and aerospace industry. ODAI will build on the storied legacy […]
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