The Michigan Opportunity

S6 Ep.7 - Steven Wilson, Executive Director, Economic Growth Institute, University of Michigan

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

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From research to real-world results: how the University of Michigan - Economic Growth Institute powers business innovation

The University of Michigan - Economic Growth Institute (EGI) leverages U-M’s research, technologies, and expertise to help small and medium-sized businesses innovate and grow, drive regional economic development, and translate applied research into real-world impact. 

In this episode we talk with Executive Director, Steven Wilson about how EGI provides strategic support, funding, research analysis, and hands-on collaboration with companies and communities to build long-term economic vitality across Michigan and beyond. Steve also talks about how EGI is working with the MEDC and the Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation and shares his deep Michigan roots.