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Jeff Donofrio: K-12 budget will drive more dollars into the classroom

July 1, 2021

Jeff Donofrio, President and CEO of Business Leaders for Michigan, made the following statement after the House and Senate approved […]

Michigan business leaders bullish on state economy, planning return to in-person work

May 17, 2021

Executives planning gradual return to offices, hybrid work models DETROIT—Michigan’s business leaders see robust growth ahead in the state’s economy […]

Michigan’s business community to leaders: Use stimulus funds to transform our state, create sustainable growth

April 6, 2021

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan’s leading business associations representing thousands of employers have issued a call to government leaders: use federal […]

MI Business Leaders predict Q3 return to in-person work, improved economic outcomes this year

February 22, 2021

Top executives cautiously optimistic about 2021 economic conditions LANSING—A newly updated and expanded survey of Michigan’s business leaders reflects a […]

Executive budget recommendation prioritizes investments in K-12 education, talent and the mobility industry

February 11, 2021

Key investments in these areas will boost the state’s post-pandemic recovery LANSING – Business Leaders for Michigan, the state’s business […]

Business Leaders for Michigan releases 3Q 2020 economic forecast

October 29, 2020

Results reflect greater optimism, hinging on prevention of full second wave of virus DETROIT— In a reversal of second quarter […]

Business Leaders for Michigan announces new President & Chief Executive Officer

October 16, 2020

Business Leaders for Michigan announces new President & Chief Executive Officer LANSING, Mich. – Business Leaders for Michigan today announced […]

Business Leaders for Michigan launches intense focus on work to eliminate racial inequity in Michigan

September 22, 2020

Lansing, MI – Business Leaders for Michigan today announced its commitment to eliminating the racial inequities that exist in Michigan […]

Business Leaders for Michigan releases 2Q 2020 economic forecast

July 29, 2020

Michigan will continue suffering ramifications of coronavirus pandemic, mitigation needed to protect against future job losses DETROIT— The leaders of […]