Discovering and applying new and innovative economic development tools, models, policies, and programs
Creating Jobs and Wealth in Distressed Michigan Communities

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In the past 50 years it has become apparent that traditional economic development practices don’t address the social inequalities and growing income gap in Michigan. In our mission to rethink these methods, The Michigan State University Center for Regional Economic Innovation has engaged with some of the most innovative thinkers and doers. We've tracked down some of these remarkable risk takers from across the state, offering a glimpse into understanding how they are changing the way we do economic development.