The Institute leverages the University of Michigan’s resources, research, technologies, and expertise to foster innovation and create positive economic impact for local, state, and national communities and economies by working with small and medium-sized enterprises.
Impacting Companies and Communities Across Michigan
and the Great Lakes Region
Impact over the past ten years
News
Discover the latest highlights from the Economic Growth Institute’s spring newsletter, featuring updates on community partnership initiatives, funding opportunities, and upcoming events. Dive in [read more]
The University of Michigan’s Economic Growth Institute is hosting its third annual forum, bringing together businesses, community leaders, and economic development colleagues to explore [read more]
Discover the latest highlights from the Economic Growth Institute’s Winter 2026 Newsletter, featuring updates on community partnership initiatives, funding opportunities, and upcoming events. Dive [read more]
Jessica Bazner, owner of Kevin James Menswear, was able to receive help building an ecommerce website to draw business from a wider area after [read more]
The University of Michigan Economic Growth Institute and MxD today announce the public release of the Electric Vehicle Hiring Guide, an innovative guide to [read more]
EGI recently celebrated the success of its second Elevate Forum at the University of Michigan’s North Campus Research Complex, where over 150 industry experts, [read more]
Student Opportunities
Students who work at the institute become part of a network of business leaders, public sector leaders, consultants, and researchers. Graduating students feel prepared after working at the institute for roles in the public and private sector, at startups, consulting firms, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies.