Companies choose to invest in Michigan for a variety of reasons, but chief among them is the consistent support they receive from Team Michigan, including the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and its many partners at the local, regional, and state levels.
Here are just a few of the many happy CEOs and other business leaders who have invested in business facilities and operations in Michigan:
“We are proud to continue investing in our community and the great state of Michigan. With the support of the MEDC, we will enhance our commitment to manufacturing high-quality products while strengthening and contributing to the local economy. This investment opens additional markets, supports new growth, and enhances our presence as a premium employer in Southwest Michigan.”
— Alex Esposito, president and COO, Special-Lite, Inc.
“We appreciate the engagement and support from the MEDC. They worked with AJG Aerospace to create a win/win scenario as we embark on building a world-class aerospace company in Michigan. A key factor in our decision was the talented workforce in Michigan, which will be a critical factor in the success of our business. We couldn’t be more excited about the future in Michigan.”
— Andrew Greenlee, chairman, AJG Aerospace
“The reason we moved to Michigan is we felt very strongly that it’s a great, ripe state for an OEM manufacturing company. We utilize and leverage the amazing partnerships and groups in Michigan that are engineering, tooling, supply chain, different component manufacturers, and different testing facilities. We’re the highest-performance two-wheel motorcycle in America, and now here we are in Michigan. We’re utilizing the talent, the people, and the programs that are available to help us grow here in the state.”
— Bill Melvin, CEO, Buell Motorcycle Co.
“We are grateful for the MEDC’s partnership on this expansion project that supports our mission to provide complete customer-specific solutions for sound, vibration, and shock problems in the North American defense market. We are committed to providing rewarding career opportunities in our community to deliver solutions and products that meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.”
— Steve Mattson, CEO, Great Lakes Sound & Vibration, Inc.
“We are truly excited to partner with the MEDC on our upcoming move. Working with them and our other partners has enabled us to stay in Lansing and bring our two offices together in a building that allows us to grow in our local community.”
—Craig Trierweiler, president, Matrix Consulting Engineers, Inc.
“Being awarded the NMTC loan on top of support from both the MEDC and MDARD is a testament to Precision Hardwoods’ commitment to growth, sustainability, and community. With this opportunity, we will not only invest in the future of the lumber industry, but also our local community by creating and retaining meaningful employment opportunities that empower individuals and strengthen our economy. Together, we are building a foundation for progress — one that supports both the industry and the people who drive it forward.”
— Mike Sturgill, owner, Precision Hardwoods
“I tell everyone, we are the agricultural hub of the country. Southwest Michigan grows almost everything I need. We source 95% of our fruits from small family-owned farms within a 30-mile radius of our location. This allows us to create unique flavors using Michigan fruit. Last year, we incorporated produce in our jams by mixing jalapeno with strawberry, raspberry, and peach. This year, we tested a spicy dill pickle jelly and tomato jam, all sourced locally. I know I can purchase less expensive fruit from other states for jam production, but nothing tastes better than a Michigan peach. Nothing tastes better than a Michigan strawberry. We are committed to working with families that are involved in keeping agriculture alive in Southwest Michigan.”
— Aiye Akhigbe, founder and owner, Sticky Spoons Jam
“Detroit is the perfect home for Envergia’s expansion into North America. This was abundantly evident from our first visit to the city. This city embodies resilience, innovation, and opportunity. By partnering with the City of Detroit and the MEDC, Envergia is not just scaling our vision for clean energy — we are investing in Michigan’s future, creating jobs, and ensuring that Detroit continues to lead in building a sustainable economy.”
— MJ Chandilya, founder and CEO, Envergia
“This state is unmatched in the resources that it offers to small businesses, emerging businesses, and people like us who want to grow and become big businesses. Whether it’s MDARD, Michigan Women Forward, the MEDC, or hyper-local programs like we have in Marquette, there is so much happening for entrepreneurs — and specifically for female entrepreneurs — that there’s no way we can leave. We feel so lucky to be launching our business in such a supportive and beautiful place.”
— Emily Williams, co-founder, RADD Foods
“Founded 20 years ago in the Arsenal of Innovation, with a keen focus on protecting democracy, Flash Steelworks creates steel that is stronger than titanium, lighter than aluminum, and is able to stop speeding bullets at record-setting velocity. We are excited to continue working with the MEDC to advance Flash Technology research and full-scale production in St. Clair County. While creating good-paying, skilled jobs, Flash Steel will better protect those in harm’s way, be it in an automobile or armored carrier.”
— Gary Cola, founder and CTO, Flash Steelworks
