Lansing Economic Area Partnership
Dozens of events to be held across Michigan State University and surrounding areas Lansing, Mich. (April 1, 2026) — 517 Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week (517 E&I Week) will take place April 6–10, 2026, bringing together founders, students, investors, creatives, community members for a five-day, multi-venue celebration of innovation...
LG Energy Solution’s new Lansing/Delta plant has landed a $4.3B contact with Tesla to build more product in the existing new plant Lansing, Mich. (Mar. 18, 2026) — Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) is pleased to announce that LG Energy Solution (LGES) has officially welcomed,...
The innovative material-tech startup sealed a deal with judges and viewers alike. LANSING, Mich. (March. 5, 2026) — Michigan State University (MSU) student-led venture BRCĒ took to the stage for Season 17 of Shark Tank to pitch their startup’s unique technology. Not only did they...
Initiative seeks to address wage gap found in early child care and education workers. Lansing, Mich. (Feb. 23, 2026) — Early education and childhood providers in licensed child care centers, Head Start programs and Great Start Readiness Programs located in Region 7, Clinton, Eaton and...
The expansion strengthens child care access, affordability, and workforce solutions. Lansing, Mich. (Jan. 26, 2026) — Employers across Region 7, including Eaton, Clinton, Ingham, and Shiawassee counties, can now participate in MI Tri-Share, a state-supported employer-based child care cost-sharing program benefit administered by the Michigan...
Project Reinforces Flagship Production Campus. Lansing, Mich. (Jan. 22, 2026) — Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) celebrated a ribbon cutting for a major expansion at its Ovid campus, marking a significant investment in the City of Ovid and reaffirming the site as MMPA’s flagship production location. MMPA is investing a total...
The wins highlight the quality of local teams and the network behind them. LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 21, 2026) — Two Michigan State University student-led ventures, BRCĒ and CocoMar, earned top honors at the internationally recognized Queen’s Entrepreneurs’ Competition in Toronto, reinforcing strength of the Lansing region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and the growing...
The funding continues support for talent development, public awareness, and initiative advocacy. Lansing, Mich. (Feb. 21, 2026) — The Capital Area Child Care Coalition (CACCC), co-led by the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCM) and Capital Area Michigan Works! (CAMW!), and 70+ coalition members has received renewed funding to continue strengthening the regional child...
LEAP and Local Business Leaders Partner to Increase Economic Prosperity in Lansing Region Lansing, Mich. (Jan. 12, 2026) —The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) is proud to announce the 2026 Executive Committee, led by newly appointed Board Chair Mark McDaniel, president and CEO at Cinnaire. The announcement was made during LEAP’s...
The Agreement Will Allow for Increased Development Opportunities in the M-21 Corridor LANSING, Mich. (December 18, 2025) – The City of St. Johns and Bingham Township have announced a unique partnership to extend water infrastructure, unlocking new economic development potential along the M-21 corridor....
