GRAND RAPIDS - West Michigan's recovery from the Great Recession began 10 years ago this month and it continues at the same slow pace since 2009, says a Grand Valley State University economist. Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business, surveyed local business leaders and
SAN JOSE, Ca. - Electric carmakers have long been clamoring for a battery breakthrough that will improve the range of their vehicles while also extending their lifespans. Innolith, a Swiss startup, says its new high-density lithium-ion batteries can do just that. The company claims to have made the world’s first 1,000 Wh/kg rechargeable battery. (Watt-hours
DETROIT - Tina Benvenuti-Sullivanhas been named chief operating office for Franco public relations. She previously was senior vice president. Since joining Franco as an account manager in 2011, she has expanded the agency’s integrated communications capabilities to better serve Franco’s automotive, technology and consumer clients. Benvenuti-Sullivan works with organizations like the Steel Market Development Institute
DETROIT - Comerica Bank, in partnership with the Detroit Grand Prix, is surprising some lucky students at Cass Tech High School with a field trip to Belle Isle to get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience during Comerica Free Prix Day. The group of students from Cass Tech’s various STEM clubs, organizations and classes will receive the
SALINE - Akervall Technologies has been selected the 2019 “Michigan SBDC Best Small Business of the Year” by Michigan Celebrates Small Business, a small-business awards program. Michigan Small Business Development Center is managing partner of the program. Akervall will receive the prestigious award at MCSB’s 15th annual awards ceremony, Wednesday, May 8, in Lansing. MCSB will
DEARBORN – Information Systems Resources has been awarded a group purchasing agreement for Equipment Recycling and eWaste Management Services with Premier Inc. effective May 2019. The new agreement allows Premier members to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for equipment recycling and eWaste management services. Premier is a healthcare improvement company
DETROIT - It’s time to get your brackets ready! March is one of the most exhilarating months of the year for men’s college basketball. Over 19 days, sports enthusiasts will tune into 67 college basketball games packed with a whole lot of cheering, buzzer beating three-pointers, surprising upsets, and inevitable triumphs. For those watching all
NORTHVILLE - IAV Automotive Engineering has hired Mike Kenhard as president to lead its charge into the next era of mobility. Kenhard brings decades of experience to the role, including a comprehensive background in powertrain and vehicle development. “I am excited to see what the future holds for IAV and look forward to leading our
LANSING - From Detroit to Marquette, small businesses are growing, innovating and shaping their communities. Now the list of 2019 Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awardees has been released. 2019 Awardees Michigan 50 Distinguished Alumni Award – Strategically Focused MMI Engineered Solutions, Inc. – Saline Michigan 50 Distinguished Alumni Award – Most Engaged Workplace Armor Protective Packaging
DETROIT - DTE Energy announced seven senior executive rotations and promotions aimed at developing key leaders and accelerating our progress toward becoming the best-operated energy company and a force for growth and prosperity in the communities where we live and serve. "Our company is stronger when our employees apply diverse experiences to their work," said
