EDCMC moves into new year with new member, chair
The Economic Development Corporation Michigan City team is welcoming new leadership and a new member to its Board of Directors. Linda Simmons, director of marketing for Visit Michigan City-LaPorte, has taken on the helm as board chair and Seth Spencer, founder and CEO of SERA Solutions, has joined the board [...]
EDCMC leader joins regional development board
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – The Economic Development Corporation Michigan City is connecting to additional resources and further assets with the election of Clarence L Hulse to the Mid-America EDC board. EDCMC’s executive director will serve on the Mid-America Economic Development Council, which brings together top-tier leaders in the industry from [...]
Hemp production plant bolstering operations with expansion
Viobin is further cultivating its hemp production plant in Michigan City with a $6.1 million investment in its current operations at 1700 E. U.S. Hwy. 12. The project includes an expansion for hemp drying, feed production and processing along with the addition of equipment including: a hemp dryer, screen, pelletizer [...]
Food contract manufacturer’s expansion sparks new jobs
Hearthside Food Solutions is infusing $13.6 million into its Michigan City facility, 502 U.S. 20, and adding 50 new jobs. The project will expand its ability to produce crackers with the installation of a processing, oven and packaging line. The expansion will include the addition of processing and packaging equipment. [...]
EDCMC welcomes new business development manager
Jalen Boney has joined the Economic Development Corporation Michigan City team as Business Development Manager. Boney will focus on business recruitment, supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs as well as putting into place housing strategies for Michigan City. “I am very excited to have someone of Jalen’s caliber and talent join [...]
Michigan City Economic Development Corporation Position Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
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La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) and Economic Development Corporation Michigan City (EDCMC) officially launch 2020-2022 Economic Development Community Investment Campaign
The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) and the Economic Development Corporation Michigan City (EDCMC) have officially launched the 2020-2022 Economic Development Community Investment Campaign. The three year goal of $600,000 was set. A Kick-Off event was originally scheduled for March 19th, however, due to the COVID 19 virus, the [...]
Michigan City’s first Opportunity Zone project offer charm, opportunities for city
For several years, Michigan City has been working hard to develop and improve the charm of its many neighborhoods. A large part of the development has been through Opportunity Zones, allowing developers to invest in new areas for growth. The first Opportunity Zone, the historic Zorn Complex located in the [...]
MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA HOSTS NATIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEEK CELEBRATION – MAY 4-9, 2020
Michigan City, Indiana joins cities nationwide to increase awareness of the positive work economic developers do to enhance local economic impact MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA - Mayor Duane Parry recognizes National Economic Development Week, from May 4-9, 2020, by issuing a proclamation celebrating the contributions of positive economic development and acknowledging [...]
EDCMC & MCCOC Announces COVID-19 Business Recovery Resource Webpage
Economic Development Corporation Michigan City (EDCMC), Michigan City Chamber of Commerce (MCCOC), and SERA Solutions announce COVID-19 Business Recovery Resource Webpage, michigancitycovid19.com. A link to the webpage can also be found on the EDCMC’s and MCCOC websites. “As we navigate these uncertain times, these new resources being provided by multiple partner [...]