Diversifying our economy is a top priority of my administration. Opportunities for diversifying our economy not only include addressing what goods and services we produce, but expanding where we do business and who we do business with. As a result of our annual Chinese Trade Mission, we have attracted new investment to our County and State, and created jobs for our citizens. (more >)

The Development Ready Communities (DRC) program is designed to dramatically increase coordination on development projects between Wayne County and its local communities. The DRC is a participatory program, and requires that local units of government agree to provide certain resources and access to information to Wayne County. (more >)

Are you a manufacturer who is having problems getting bank financing? Have you had trouble with your bank decreasing or eliminating your line of credit? Would like to learn ways to squeeze more cash out of your balance sheet? You can get help with all of these questions and more from the help of the newly created Michigan SBTDC Manufacturing Assistance Team (MAT). (more >)

Contrary to the words of Thomas Wolfe, you can go home again - even if it takes a law suit and 40 years. On Monday, January 18th, among hundreds of events and ceremonies honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King, a celebration took place at Corinthian Baptist Church in Hamtramck. The event was a testament to tenacity, vision, and a commitment to the goal of righting a 40 year wrong. Dr. King would have been pleased. (more >)

General Electric's world-class facility in Wayne County advertises a culture committed to driving innovation and state-of-the-art communication infrastructure. It is home to next-generation virtual meeting technology, collaborative workspaces, and a host of amenities for its employees. (more >)

Westland is Michigan's 10^th largest city. An "All American City," Westland has the location, the land, the infrastructure and the leadership under Mayor William R. Wild, to attract new industry and help existing businesses stay competitive in today's global economy. (more >)

One year ago, the American auto industry was facing possible liquidation while the North American International Auto Show was shopping around for a new home. What a difference a year makes. (more >)

Wayne County moves from Randolph Street to the Guardian Building. It's a move that not only saves money but also is a move of historical preservation. This month's featured video takes you through what the move means. (more >)