Business Leaders for Michigan Economic Forecast: MI Expected to Continue Growing Slower than Nation
LANSING—Michigan’s largest employers anticipate the state’s economic growth will continue to lag that of the U.S., though they are generally […]
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At Business Leaders for Michigan, we pride ourselves on developing strategies that are research-driven and fact-based. Our proposals and strategies are grounded in Michigan’s ongoing economic realities and aimed at bringing new vitality and competitiveness to our state. Our featured and most recent studies, reports and benchmarking websites are included below. 
Business Leaders for Michigan Shares COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plan
June 1, 2020
Restart, Restructure, Reignite proposal makes policy recommendations positioning Michigan for a swift, sustainable economic turnaround LANSING, Mich. – Business Leaders […]
Economic Impact Report 2020
March 1, 2020
BLM's Board is composed exclusively of the executive leaders of Michigan's largest companies and universities. Our members drive nearly 40 percent of the state’s economy, generate over $1 trillion in annual revenue and educate nearly half of all Michigan public university students.
Business Leaders for Michigan Economic Forecast: MI Expected to Continue Growing Slower than Nation
February 7, 2020
LANSING—Michigan’s largest employers anticipate the state’s economic growth will continue to lag that of the U.S., though they are generally […]
Business Leaders for Michigan releases data-based strategic plan, offering solutions for Michigan’s toughest problems
February 3, 2020
Independent data on 50+ indicators of Michigan’s success compared to other states now available LANSING, Mich. – Executive leadership from […]
BLM 3Q 2019 economic forecast: Business Leaders convey mixed views of Michigan, U.S. economies
October 16, 2019
DETROIT — Michigan’s business leaders will focus on the state’s ability to weather a major recession and thrive in a […]
BLM 2Q 2019 economic forecast: Business leaders predict stable growth for Michigan, U.S.
July 31, 2019
Capital investment, job growth expected to remain stable over next 6–12 months but growing number see downturn ahead DETROIT— A […]
BLM 2Q 2019 economic forecast: Business leaders predict stable growth for Michigan, U.S.
July 31, 2019
Capital investment, job growth expected to remain stable over next 6–12 months but growing number see downturn ahead DETROIT— A […]
BLM 1Q 2019 economic forecast: Majority of MI Business Leaders optimistic about state, U.S. economic strength
April 10, 2019
DETROIT— Optimism remains strong among Michigan’s business community, with most leaders anticipating continuing growth during the remainder of 2019. “Michigan’s […]
Business Leaders for Michigan issue infrastructure call to action at Lansing event, release new report outlining transportation funding solutions
March 4, 2019
Transportation investment urgently needed to keep MI competitive LANSING—Michigan’s aging roads and bridges pose a growing threat to our state’s […]