Events

  • The Michigan Economic Development Corporation promotes Michigan as a premier location for business start-up, expansion, and relocation through Michigan business events, including sponsorships, trade shows, speaking engagements, and hosting of conferences and symposia.

    In addition to events sponsored or hosted by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, you can also find local Michigan business development events through our partners, such as the state-wide Michigan SmartZoneSM Network of technology development and business incubators, and the Small Business Technology Development Centers.

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    2013 Site Consultant Outreach Trips

    1/10/2013 - 11/8/2013
    2013 Site Consultant Outreach Trips with the Pure Michigan team visiting site selection consultants in Dallas, New York, Atlanta and Chicago.

    Place Making Training Workshop - Kalamazoo

    5/22/2013
    Location: Kalamazoo, MI
    The goal of the agency workshops is to connect community organizations and individuals with State of Michigan resources and programs

    ITC Partners in Business

    5/23/2013
    ITC has two Partners in Business meetings a year to review relevant company highlights. It's an opportunity for internal personnel to address questions/concerns with stakeholders and stay informed of the company and transmission industry.
    Location: Dearborn, MI
    Vince Nystrom to speak on the growth and development of the MEDC as an organization as well as the growth and development of Michigan over the past ten years.

    Mexican Auto Supply Chain Matchmaking Event 2013

    5/29/2013
    The U.S. Embassy in Mexico City & the U.S. Department of Commerce, Global Automotive Team are delighted to host a no-cost webinar for U.S. automotive suppliers to highlight the unique automotive supply chain opportunities available in Mexico, with special mention of Automotive Meetings Queretaro 2013, a B2B matchmaking event in Mexico, November 12-14, 2013. Mexico is the 8th largest vehicle producer in the world. It enjoyed a 14% production increase in 2011, a 12% increase in 2012, and offers an $80 billion market for automotive parts & supplies. This webinar will introduce participants to recent trends in Mexico’s automotive supply chain, highlight best prospects for U.S. firms, and offer business development strategies to access the market. Advanced Business Events (ABE) will also introduce the audience to Automotive Meetings Queretaro 2013, a unique international business-to-business forum being held in Queretaro, Mexico November 12-14, 2013. The event will offer 2-full days of pre-arranged 1-on-1 matchmaking meetings in a single location with vehicle manufacturers & Tier Is from throughout Mexico. Confirmed matchmaking forum participants include: General Motors, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Bosch, Continental and Siemens. Confirmed webinar speakers include: Eaton Corporation, Autoliv, the US Embassy in Mexico City, and Advanced Business Events. To register for the May 29 no-charge webinar please go to: http://export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=34376&InputType=EVENT To learn more about the November 12-14 Automotive Meetings Queretaro 2013 event, please go to: http://export.gov/industry/auto/b2bmexico056049.asp
    Location: online, MI
    Cost: NO CHARGE

    Place Making Training Workshop - Marquette

    6/6/2013
    Location: Marquette, MI
    The goal of the agency workshops is to connect community organizations and individuals with State of Michigan resources and programs.

    Germany Export Trade Mission: Frankfurt & Munich

    6/8/2013 - 6/14/2013
    PRICING:
    Mission Package: USD $6500.00
    Travelers are responsible for international air fare and meals not covered by organized receptions.

    The Pure Michigan STEP Program may offer 50% cost reimbursements for qualified businesses. Deposit: $2500 non-refundable deposit required by April 22, 2013.
     
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    Place Making Training Workshop - Gaylord

    7/25/2013
    Location: Gaylord, MI
    The goal of the agency workshops is to connect community organizations and individuals with State of Michigan resources and programs.

    CAR Management Briefing Seminars 2013

    8/5/2013 - 8/8/2013
    Location: Acme, MI
    The CAR Management Briefing Seminars is an annual gathering of more than 900 auto industry, academic and government leaders addressing critical issues and emerging trends in an atmosphere designed to build relationships.

    China Trade Mission 2013

    9/3/2013 - 9/13/2013
     For A 50% STEP FUND REIMBURSEMENT, REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 15.
    Location: Shanghai, Beijing and Chongqing, China cn
    Why China
    • China is the third largest export market for the U.S.
    • In 2012, U.S exports reached a record $110.6 billion, up 6.4 percent
    • China is Michigan’s third largest export market, with $3.3 billion in export sales (2012)
    • China will be the world’s second largest consumer market by 2015
    • Michigan exports to China grew 21 percent from 2011– 2012
    • Over the past eight years, Michigan exports to China have risen 365 percent
    • Key industries for development: aerospace, automotive, chemical manufacturing, information technology, medical devices and healthcare service, green building, telecommunication, plastics, lumber and much more

    Place Making Training Workshop - Saginaw

    9/12/2013
    Location: Saginaw, MI
    The goal of the agency workshops is to connect community organizations and individuals with State of Michigan resources and programs.
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