MSU Center for Community and Economic Development

Registration is still open for the 2026 Innovate Michigan! Summit, happening July 9th, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center in East Lansing. Now in its 15th year, the Summit brings together leaders and changemakers from across the state to showcase innovative economic tools, models, and policies driving economic development in Michigan. Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and lead.

Register now: https://events.engage.msu.edu/innovate26

MSU University Outreach and Engagement
Michigan State University

As the MSU CCED Regional Economic Innovation (REI) program evolves, we are seeking input to help shape our transformation and identify key areas of focus for 2027. We invite you to share ideas for community economic development projects that support distressed communities and regions across Michigan. Submissions may be broad or specific and can be provided anonymously if preferred.

Your input will directly inform REI’s 2027 priorities and potential future call for proposals, with an emphasis on projects that have the potential to create or retain jobs, strengthen local economies, and support community resilience. You are welcome to submit multiple ideas. Thank you for contributing your insights as we shape the next phase of this work.
Submit ideas here: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QU9SN24sqMaM9U

MSU University Outreach and Engagement