Michigan CEO Survey: Stable near-term outlook for Michigan economy, but future growth will require overcoming obstacles

DETROIT – Three-quarters of Michigan’s top executives expect Michigan’s economy to stay about the same over the next six months and more than half expect their revenues to increase, according…

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Resolve, unity, vision essential to reverse Michigan’s population crisis

DETROIT – Jeff Donofrio, president and CEO of Business Leaders for Michigan, Sandy K. Baruah, president and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber, and Brian Calley, president and CEO of…

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Gary Torgow elected Chairman of Business Leaders for Michigan

DETROIT – Business Leaders for Michigan today announced that Gary Torgow has been elected chairman of the Board of the state’s business roundtable. Torgow, chairman of Huntington Bank, succeeds Howard…

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Read more about the article Business Leaders for Michigan Names Jacqueline Wiggins as New COO
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Business Leaders for Michigan Names Jacqueline Wiggins as New COO

DETROIT – Business Leaders for Michigan today announced that Jacqueline J. Wiggins has joined the organization as chief operating officer. Wiggins brings extensive experience in private and public companies spanning…

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New Statewide Survey Reveals Priorities for Michigan Residents Ages 18-29: Get the Fundamentals Right, Diversify the Economy, Create a Welcoming State

  Just 64% of respondents say they see themselves living in Michigan in 10 years, and those who plan to leave don’t think there are enough job opportunities in the…

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Michigan CEOs’ confidence in economic outlook improves, but inflation, talent shortages and recession remain as risks

Business Leaders for Michigan survey shows 74% of executives expect the state’s economic outlook to stay the same or improve over the next six to 12 months, up 20 points…

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Read more about the article Business Leaders for Michigan releases community college report, provides recommendations to improve graduation rates, close talent gaps and improve competitiveness
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Business Leaders for Michigan releases community college report, provides recommendations to improve graduation rates, close talent gaps and improve competitiveness

New report recognizes the potential and need for community colleges that strengthen local communities and people, prepare students for college and careers and connect job seekers and job providers Michigan…

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Read more about the article Business Leaders for Michigan releases framework for holistic economic development, urges unity for the good of the state
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Business Leaders for Michigan releases framework for holistic economic development, urges unity for the good of the state

Economic development framework requires strengthening fundamentals and ensuring consistent strategies to make Michigan a leader in income and population growth and business climate Goal is to help Michigan become a…

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