The Global Lansing Initiative

Foreign Direct Investment Soft Landing Program

LEAP serves as a one-stop shop for foreign-owned companies looking to enter the US market by setting up business operations in the Lansing, Michigan region.  

We are committed to providing a soft landing through a full range of business services, resources and connection points to maximize the likelihood of business success and operational growth in the US.  

As a public-private partnership, we have strong relationships with area companies, educational institutions, workforce development organizations and government leaders to ensure all the pieces are in place to provide a launching pad for US business growth.  

LEAP has a demonstrated track record supporting foreign-owned companies with their US soft landing in the Lansing region. 

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Keith Lambert

Chief Operating Officer

FDI Projects, 2014-2020

Lansing, Michigan: A Global Community

According to the latest census figures, 7 percent of Michigan residents were born outside of America, the state’s highest percentage of foreign-born residents in more than 50 years. The Lansing region is proud to welcome even greater numbers of foreign-born residents, including 9 percent in the city of Lansing, 16 percent in the city of East Lansing, 17 percent in Meridian Township and 8 percent in Delta Township. The top four countries of origin for Michigan’s immigrants are India, Mexico, Iraq and China.

In fact, ProximityOne data shows that international in-migration is the driving force behind positive in-migration within Clinton, Eaton and Ingham counties. The Lansing School District alone has welcomed students from 73 countries who speak 68 languages, showcasing the growth in our community from across the globe.