Thursday, August 7th, MBN was on the road for a UM Health-Sparrow hosted event. 

They were celebrating the grand opening of nine fully renovated homes on Jerome and Ferguson streets in Lansing. Originally purchased by the former Sparrow Health System and situated near the hospital, these houses were donated in 2024 to the Ingham County Land Bank and Habitat for Humanity Capital Region. The project reflects UM Health-Sparrow’s ongoing commitment to affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization.

Five of the homes, dating back to the early 1900s, were restored by the Ingham County Land Bank and are being sold through Rooted Real Estate for $180,000–$190,000. The remaining four are Habitat for Humanity projects, offered at prices that ensure mortgage payments remain at or below 30% of a buyer’s gross income. Renovations included full gutting and installation of new walls, floors, windows, and doors, creating safe and modern spaces for new families.

The effort not only meets critical local housing needs but also transforms the neighborhood’s appearance and safety. Community leaders like UM Health-Sparrow Lansing President Ann Marie Creed emphasize the importance of making homeownership achievable for those priced out of the market. Habitat CEO Brent Taylor and Ingham County Land Bank Construction Manager Tony Olivarez highlight the pride in handing over keys to first-time homeowners and seeing families settle into their new spaces.

The homes are now move-in ready, and with several already sold, the remaining listings offer an opportunity for more Lansing residents to join this revitalized community. The initiative also includes a partnership to reserve a two-unit home for a developmental disability housing project, reflecting the project’s broader inclusivity and social impact.

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MBN On The Road | UM Health-Sparrow & Partners Celebrate Renovated Lansing Homes for Families

Wednesday July 30th, Jeffrey Mosher dropped by the Friendship Hall at Capital Region International Airport. 

AIAM’s Aerospace Industry Luncheon took place as attendees gathered at the Lansing Airport for an engaging discussion on some of the most pressing issues facing the industry today, as well as exciting growth sectors in the industry. Featuring presentations from Prescott on Navigating CMMC Compliance, the University of Michigan Aerospace Engineering Program on updates in propulsion research & technology, and BETA Technologies on the future of electric aircraft and critical infrastructure requirements - this an event you won’t want to miss. 

They were able to connect, learn, and grow within the rapidly expanding global aerospace industry.  

Prior to the AIAM Lunch, BETA Technologies were at the Lansing Airport for a separate, special event featuring a live electric aircraft flyover, landing, and ribbon cutting at Michigan’s newest charging station for electric aircraft. MBN will be sharing video footage gathered at that event 

More details:
Aerospace Industry Luncheon

Location: Capital Region International Airport – Friendship Room 
Address: 4100 Capital City Blvd., Lansing, MI 48906 
Date: Wednesday, July 30 

Agenda: 
11:30 AM – Registration & Networking 
12:30 PM – Lunch & Presentations 
2:00 PM – Event Wrap-Up 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Lead Sponsors: Prescott/NuWave and the Lansing Airport 
Co-Sponsor: United CNC Machining 
Lunch Sponsor: Pratt & Whitney 
Advance Registration is Required 

This video is the public portion of the program featuring Aaron Johnson (President of AIAM):
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Johnson's previous role at AIAM was as Executive Director of Member Relations, where he focused on recruitment and engagement. He has experience from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Serenus, bringing leadership and strategic initiative experience to his new role. Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan .

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MBN On The Road | AIAM’s Aerospace Industry Luncheon - Program Welcome, AIAM President Aaron Johnson

Wednesday, July 30th MBN stepped outside it's studio at the Capital Region International Airport, and attended an encouraging event for Mid-Michigan's future.

BETA Technologies, Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC_, and Capital Region International Airport (LAN) gathered with invitees to see the future of aviation in Michigan.

Building on its leadership in transportation, Michigan made a landmark investment to support the development and deployment of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technology and infrastructure. Vermont-based Aerospace company.

BETA Technologies, a recipient of that funding, has come to Lansing, Michigan in order to showcase its electric aircraft and commission a charger — the first electric aviation charger to be installed in the state of Michigan.

This features remarks from LAN, MDOT, MEDC, and BETA about this technology, and the many ways in which it will benefit local residents, businesses, and economies across the state. You'll also see the ribbon cutting, a flight by the electric aircraft and attendees checking out the plane.

Wednesday, July 30 | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m., attendees were on hand at the Capital Region International Airport. Just west of the terminal building at 
Avflight Lansing | 3121 W Circle Dr, Lansing, MI 48906.

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MBN  On The Road | CRAA, BETA, MDOT & MEDC Ribbon Cutting, MI First Electric Aircraft Charger - LAN

Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, CEO, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties.

What is Jobs for Michigan's Graduates, and how are CAMW! and its partner organizations involved?

Tell us about the most recent Summer Summit and how the CAMW! program performed?

What is of interest to the Michigan business community about JMG?
 and how can businesses get involved?

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Michigan Business Beat | Carrie Rosingana, CAMW!  - Jobs for Michigan's Graduates Summer Summit

Chris Holman welcomes back Bob Trezise, President & CEO of the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), Lansing's REO Town, MI.

A unified list of Top 10 priorities for statewide growth has just been released — which of these do you believe will have the most immediate economic impact in Michigan, and why?

EDLM regions represent 84% of Michigan’s GDP. How does this collective voice help shape statewide policy compared to regional efforts acting alone?

Talent attraction and retention continues to be a major issue for employers. Can you explain how the proposed Regional Talent Attraction and Retention Fund would work in practice?

EDLM is calling to double the R&D tax credit to $200 million. How critical is innovation funding to keeping Michigan competitive nationally and globally?

Many of these priorities involve revitalization, placemaking, and community development. How does investing in vibrant local communities directly influence business attraction and economic growth?

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Economic Development Leaders for Michigan Unveil Top 10 Priorities for Statewide Growth and Prosperity 

Lansing, Mich. (Aug. 2025) — Economic Development Leaders for Michigan (EDLM), a coalition of the state’s premier regional economic development organizations, today announced a unified list of 10 priorities designed to position Michigan for long-term growth, innovation, and prosperity. 

Representing regions that comprise 79% of the state’s population and 84% of its gross domestic product, EDLM brings together leaders with over 225 years of combined experience in economic development. The coalition is committed to advancing strategies that will drive business investment, talent development, community revitalization, and innovation across the state. 

“A competitive economic development toolbox locally impacts all elements of a community — from small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs, to placemaking projects like farmers markets, and to successfully attracting brand-new investment and good jobs. The better funded and more robust our state economic development toolbox and programs are, the more revenue we will generate for the state, supporting the quality services we all want,” said Bob Trezise, President and CEO of the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP).  

The Top 10 Economic Development Priorities outlined by EDLM include targeted investments and policy reforms across four key categories:

Business Attraction and Retention

Maintain Business Development Program at $100 million to stay competitive for job-creating investments.
Adopt a performance-based, accountable withholding tax incentive to support impactful project attraction and expansion.
Community Development

Renew and fund the Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) Program at $50 million to support vibrant, place-based development.
Renew and fund the Community Revitalization Program (CRP) at $50 million to reinvest in communities across Michigan.
Modernize locally driven programs:
SmartZone: Extend expiring TIF agreements by 15 years, with potential for additional extensions based on local approval.
Transformational Brownfield Program: Simplify program access and remove funding caps to unlock more redevelopment opportunities.
Fund the Regional Strategic Site Readiness Program at $50 million annually to accelerate development of competitive, investment-ready sites.
Talent

About LEAP
The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) is a coalition of area leaders partnering to build a stronger community for all—working every day to grow, retain and attract business to the Lansing, Michigan, region.

About EDLM

Economic Development Leaders for Michigan (EDLM) is a coalition....

Michigan Business Beat | Bob Trezise, LEAP - EDLM's Top 10 Priorities To Drive Michigan’s Growth

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Chris Holman welcomes back Nicole Noll-Williams, president and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Authority, Lansing, MI.

Welcome back Nicole, another busy month for the airport, share a bit about the demonstration, and ribbon cutting celebration, as a BETA electric charger has been installed at the airport?

Cargo flights could soon involve electric planes?

Do announcements like BETA align with the Master Plan and its progress as of mid-2025?

Talk about Florida flights with Breeze Airways?

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Michigan Business Beat | Nicole Noll-Williams, LAN- An Electric Future, Florida Flights, Master Plan

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