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Michigan's Growth: 40 New Jobs, 2M Tourists Boost Economy

10/15/2025

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KEDA Executive Director Jeff Ratcliffe says expansions by manufacturers, technology firms, and small businesses will create about 40 jobs each.
Tourism supported growth, with over 2 million visitors in 2023 generating $115 million in spending.
Michigan Technological University encourages students to stay and build local careers, strengthening the regional economy.
Startups like Chicken Tramper Ultralight Gear have emerged from the university's influence, fostering local entrepreneurship.

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KEDA Executive Director Jeff Ratcliffe says expansions by manufacturers, technology firms, and small businesses will create about 40 jobs each.
Tourism supported growth, with over 2 million visitors in 2023 generating $115 million in spending.
Michigan Technological University encourages students to stay and build local careers, strengthening the regional economy.
Startups like Chicken Tramper Ultralight Gear have emerged from the university's influence, fostering local entrepreneurship.