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Michigan’s URC Contributes $958M, 11,600 Jobs In Detroit

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Michigan’s University Research Corridor (URC) added $958 million in economic activity to the city of Detroit in 2015, or the equivalent of $1,400 per Detroit resident, along with hundreds of programs that improve lives and advance neighborhoods, according to a new report. ” Universities Invest In Detroit. Roy Wilson.

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Guide to Top 2023-24 Construction Conferences & Events

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There are over 200 educational sessions combined with another 400 industry speakers and keynotes discussing sustainability, networking and more. The 25th annual event will take place in Detroit, Michigan on October 24th through the 27th, 2023. September 26-29, 2023 (Expo: September 27-28) Presented by The U.S.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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Baton Rouge, LA has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. Your eyes weren’t deceiving you when you saw Detroit, MI sitting at No. Together, they employ thousands. Samsung Electronics Co.,

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SNAPSHOTS: 60 Seconds…with Stephen Moret, Secretary, Louisiana Economic Development

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For example, we’ve worked to adopt comprehensive governmental ethics reforms, eliminate unconventional business taxes, create national-caliber workforce development programs (such as the number one-ranked LED FastStart program), and implement comprehensive education reforms to improve student achievement and graduation rates.

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Snapshots: 60 Seconds With Jennifer Nelson, Michigan Economic Development Corp.

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The five Creative Chambers communities include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Traverse City and Marquette. Detroit was named one of the best places to live for tech entrepreneurs. Is Michigan working with businesses and higher-education resources to produce graduates with the skills to fill STEM-oriented jobs? BF: The U.S.

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Guide to Top 2022-23 Construction Conferences & Events

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This year’s event features training and techniques in concrete and masonry, countless exhibits from original equipment manufacturers, and educational certification seminars. More than 130 education sessions are planned, more than 1,400 exhibitors are expected, and plenty of demonstrations and networking events to attend as well. .

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Business Report: Businesses Are Finding It’s Better In The Bluegrass State

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A recent plant upgrade at the General Motors Bowling Green Assembly Plant led to the production of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, named the 2014 North American Car of the year at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. In addition, pre-employment services were provided to over 92,000 Kentuckians last year.