About the MEDC

Whether it's an expansion, a relocation, or even a concern with another agency of state government, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) can help. From site location assistance to job training grants, from help with permits to tax abatements, we're the state's official economic development corporation -- a one-stop resource for businesses seeking to grow in Michigan.

Because tourism is such an important part of Michigan's economy, promoting tourism is also part of our mission. Our "Travel Michigan" team collaborates with local destination marketing organizations to market Michigan as a travel and leisure destination. We are the state's official tourism promotion agency. 

History

The MEDC was formed in 1999 through an alliance between the State of Michigan and several local communities. We are the successor to the Michigan Jobs Commission, the state's economic development department, and we have the ability, authority and reach to serve as a one-stop resource for business retention, expansion and relocation projects. Since we were formed by a cooperation between state and local governments, we provide excellent coordination with local communities and agencies across the state.

Organization

The MEDC has a private sector board of directors comprised of business people, local economic developers and educators so that our policies and procedures meet the needs of the private sector. A corporation, not a bureaucracy, the MEDC can bring together supply and demand, matching up resources and services with the needs of our business customers.

Location

MEDC
300 N. Washington Square
Lansing, MI 48913

Directions

Visit our Contact the MEDC Page

Other MEDC Web Sites

Travel Michigan, a division of the MEDC, is the State of Michigan's official agency for the promotion of tourism. Travel Michigan markets the state's tourism industry and provides valuable visitor information services. 

TheMEDC.org, is the MEDC's corporate Web site and contains a full list of products and business services, press releases, staff details and also a comprehensive reference section.