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Growing more good jobs for Michigan
March 8, 2017
We've got to do whatever it takes to grow more and better jobs right here at home. That includes making sure Michigan has basic but essential economic development and jobs attraction tool it needs to compete - a simple but potent tax incentive that's transparent, doesn't pick winners and losers and only pays out if jobs are created
Read MoreWhat’s next for Michigan?
February 13, 2017
Now, more than six years into MI's economic recovery, it's time to start looking ahead. We've been growing quickly, but will this growth be enough to sustain us in the event of a future economic downturn?
Read MoreHolistic approach will ensure Michigan can compete, isn’t left behind other states luring good jobs, investment
February 7, 2017
Today’s MI Thrive brownfield legislative package, sponsored by State Senator Ken Horn, is a crucial component to step up the state’s economic development efforts. It’s also just one half of a broader strategy to ensure Michigan can compete in the race for large-scale projects that can create hundreds of good-paying jobs in every community, said several state business and labor leaders and economic developers.
Read MoreBuilding the Infrastructure to Support a New Michigan
January 14, 2017
Thanks to the Governor's leadership on this issue, we now have findings from the 21st Century Infrastructure Commission that suggest there is better way of planning and prioritizing the state's future projects, so we can generate more efficient, effective results.
Read MoreBLM Outlines Roadmap for Jump-Starting MI Infrastructure Improvements
January 12, 2017
Following a yearlong process of independent research by a globally-recognized consulting firm, Business Leaders for Michigan (BLM) today released a study of Michigan’s infrastructure that supports the findings of the Governor’s 21st Century Infrastructure Commission and issued a set of policy principles to guide implementation.
Read MoreMichigan’s Journey to “Top Ten”
December 22, 2016
Our benchmarking shows that MI has succeeded in growing jobs and becoming more cost competitive since 2009. But progress raising income levels and GDP has been slower as most metrics that measure the value of locating in MI have mostly held steady over the same period.
Read MoreMI Economic Benchmarking Report Shows Need to Accelerate Progress to Become a Top Ten State
December 16, 2016
BLM issued its latest comprehensive report of key economic benchmarking data, which shows Michigan’s growth against key measures like employment, personal income, and productivity isn’t progressing fast enough to become a Top Ten state if current trends continue
Read MoreBLM 4Q 2016 Economic Forecast: Election Results Grow Optimism About MI & U.S. Economies
December 7, 2016
Michigan business leaders expressed growing optimism about future growth prospects of the state and national economies this quarter according to the latest quarterly survey of Business Leaders for Michigan (BLM), the state’s business roundtable.
Read MoreGetting Down to Business
November 16, 2016
Senate Bills 1153-55 are now under discussion and, if passed, these common-sense incentives could help make our state far more competitive.
Read MoreMI CEO Summit Showcases Need for Innovation, Policy Changes to Drive Future Economic Growth
November 10, 2016
Hundreds of Michigan’s top leaders convened today in Detroit for the 5th Annual Michigan CEO Summit, hosted by BLM.
Read MoreBusiness Leaders for Michigan Issues Statement in Response to Senate Incentives Package
October 20, 2016
"This kind of economic development program will help Michigan grow more good paying jobs."
Read MoreMore Work to Do
October 20, 2016
One item that's high on our to do list is leveling the playing field with competitor states by adopting stronger tools to attract and grow good paying jobs.
Read MoreBLM 3Q 2016 Economic Forecast: MI and U.S. Short & Long-Term Economies Projected to Show Modest Growth
October 3, 2016
The latest quarterly survey of Business Leaders for Michigan forecasts the Michigan and U.S. economies will experience slower growth over the next six to 18 months.
Read MoreBLM Issues Statement in Response to West MI Policy Forum Position on Unfunded Liabilities
September 27, 2016
Business Leaders for Michigan issued a statement in response to the West Michigan Policy Forum’s position on unfunded liabilities.
Read MoreMI Universities Begin 2016–17 Academic Year Backed by Strong Performance Data
September 7, 2016
According to a statewide data release issued today by BLM, the state’s public universities have continued their track record of achievement with higher graduation and retention rates, improved student/staff ratios, and growth in the number of degrees awarded, particularly in critical skills areas.
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