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We’re proud to be part of a coalition working to improve the child care crisis in East-Central Michigan!  Please help us solve the crisis by taking the applicable survey and sharing them with others: Parents & Families:  https://forms.gle/rp71TejM8Dj52qi16 Child Care Providers, Owners, and/or Directors:  https://forms.gle/iTVUM9QoRbUKqBba7 Continue Reading

Check out #ComingHome East Michigan's networking mixer at Pierce Road Bar and Grill in October and meet with local employers like Ascension St. Mary’s. Register today: https://form.jotform.com/231665071575156 Here is a little of what Ascension has to offer: Registered Nurse, MRI Technologist, CT Technologist, Medical Assistants, Security Guards, Surgical TechnologistContinue Reading

Beth Charlton, president and CEO of Covenant HealthCare, and Dr. Michael Fiore, Pediatric Intensivist and Pediatric Medical Director of Covenant HealthCare, recently introduced the Covenant Children’s Hospital.  As the region’s children’s hospital, Covenant HealthCare:Is a member of the Children’s Hospital Association.Is an ACS Verified Pediatric Trauma Center, one of eight...Continue Reading

SAGINAW, Mich. – August 22, 2023 – Today, Nexteer Automotive and NorthStar Clean Energy broke ground on a 25-acre solar field at Nexteer’s USA Operations site in Saginaw, Michigan. An initiation ceremony of this renewable energy solution was attended by Nexteer executives and employees, as well as NorthStar...Continue Reading

The Great Lakes Bay is the right place for your next move. http://www.greatlakesbaysites.com/ Continue Reading

The Great Lakes Bay has an incredible global asset – fresh water. The Great Lakes represent 84% of the fresh water in North America.Continue Reading

Learn more about the Great Lakes Bay. Access materials including major industry sector information. https://bit.ly/43GgodO Continue Reading

Employers in the Great Lakes Bay Region are invited to learn how to hire international talent. Hosted by Saginaw Future Inc., Saginaw Valley State University & Global Detroit Event Schedule: Statistics & Importance of Hiring International Students:  Gracie Xavier & Kate Brennan from Global Detroit How...Continue Reading

Want to learn more about a Great Lakes Bay location? Check out our shovel ready sites. https://bit.ly/42AsZxvContinue Reading

An $80 million expansion of the Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Lodge is underway. When completed, the new amenities will make the Bavarian Inn Lodge Michigan’s #Largest indoor water park and family entertainment center. https://www.bavarianinn.comContinue Reading

We develop talent that is proven, steadfast and seasoned by hard work. The Great Lakes Bay is also a magnet for bright minds and individuals seeking the excitement of new opportunities. https://discovergreatlakesbay.comContinue Reading

For the first time in 26 years, the Memorial Cup will be hosted south of the border when next year the championship of the Canadian Hockey League will be held in Saginaw. #cupscomingContinue Reading

Saginaw, Mich., part of the Great Lakes Bay Region, June 29, 2023, The Michigan legislature passed the fiscal year 2023/2024 budget Wednesday night, which includes $30.3 million in funding for Saginaw’s Medical Diamond project. When signed by the Governor, the funds will be awarded to the City of Saginaw for...Continue Reading

We embody Midwestern spirit and #grit. #GreatLakesBay businesses value strong communities, knowing their neighbors, and putting in an honest day’s work. Continue Reading

Thanks to companies like Nexteer Automotive the Great Lakes Bay is leading electric vehicle supply chain development in Michigan. Learn more at https://www.michiganbusiness.org/mobility/evecosystem/ Continue Reading

The Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational is a women's professional golf tournament on the LPGA Tour that is played in Michigan. It is held at the Midland Country Club. https://www.dowglbi.com/ Continue Reading

For the first time in 26 years, the Memorial Cup presented by Kia will be hosted south of the border when next year the championship of the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) will be held in Saginaw, Michigan. Although American cities have hosted the Memorial Cup on four separate occasions in...Continue Reading

Help spread the word! If you or someone you know owns a small business within the Saginaw DDA / Riverfront Saginaw district and is considering or planning a renovation project — the Match on Main program could be beneficial. The Match on Main program is an up to $25,000...Continue Reading

Steve Hensley is the Community and Economic Development Director for Saginaw Future Inc. Steve’s primary areas of responsibility include working with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), as well as Business Retention and Expansion - Corporate Watch Program.  Steve is an experienced business leader and lifelong resident of Saginaw County with...Continue Reading