Dear Reader,
Welcome to the 2025-26 Michigan Economic Development Guide, where we celebrate the people, places, and projects that make Michigan not only a great — and Great Lakes — state, but a smart investment for your future.
At the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and across Team Michigan, we understand that site selectors play a crucial role shaping the future of business and industry. Whether you’re seeking strategic locations, access to talent, infrastructure assets, or long-term partnerships, Michigan offers the right combination of resources to support growth, innovation, and resilience.
In this Michigan Economic Development Guide, we invite you to explore the pillars (People, Places, and Projects) that make up the state’s comprehensive Make It in Michigan economic development strategy. This framework focuses on creating opportunities for talent and entrepreneurship to flourish, building vibrant communities where families want to put down roots, and ensuring Michigan continues to win projects in advanced manufacturing, clean energy, mobility, and other forward-looking industries. The Make It in Michigan strategy aims to benefit all Michiganders — current and future.
As you peruse these pages, you’ll discover the stories that bring this strategy to life, from thriving towns and recreational opportunities that can only be found in Pure Michigan to startups rewriting the future of tech and legacy businesses choosing Michigan again and again.
Whether you’re already a Michigander, a frequent visitor, or someone looking to make Michigan the destination for your next business venture, there’s no time like the present to experience all that we have to offer.
In this special issue of Site Selection Magazine, we will show how you can join us and Make It in Michigan.
Sincerely,
Team Michigan