Trillium Secure establishes new location in Ann Arbor, investing $240,000Uncategorized

by wagdesign on July 26, 2018 with 0 comment

Provider of cybersecurity protection and secure data management for vehicles and fleets is establishing its research and development lab and Midwest operations in the city of Ann Arbor LANSING, Mich. – Trillium Secure, Inc.,  a provider of cybersecurity protection and secure data management for vehicles and fleets, is establishing its research and development lab and Midwest operations in …

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Groundspeed Analytics Announces $30 Million Series B Funding Led by Oak HC/FT

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Groundspeed Analytics Announces $30 Million Series B Funding Led by Oak HC/FTUncategorized

by wagdesign on July 26, 2018 with 0 comment

ANN ARBOR, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Groundspeed Analytics (“Groundspeed”), a leading insurance technology company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science solutions to the $800 billion global commercial property and casualty insurance industry, today announced a $30 million Series B funding round led by Oak HC/FT. The investment will be used to continue to expand products and reach as …

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Incubators, Accelerators, and Co-Working spaces in the Ann Arbor Region

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Incubators, Accelerators, and Co-Working spaces in the Ann Arbor RegionUncategorized

by wagdesign on July 23, 2018 with 0 comment

The Ann Arbor region is blooming with incubators, accelerators, and co-working spaces. Entrepreneurs and their growing companies are in constant need of space and inspiration. Between the city itself and the surrounding areas there are co-working spaces for businesses at every stage, in a variety of industries, and even for students. However, with so many …

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Intermitten 2018

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Intermitten 2018Uncategorized

by wagdesign on July 17, 2018 with 0 comment

Members of the SPARK staff were honored to join hundreds of other tech community professionals attending Intermitten 2018. This annual event is designed to connect Midwest tech centers by cultivating a workforce dedicated to community, diversity, and creative collaboration. The event — now in its third year — branched out from its Ann Arbor roots …

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Livingston County Q2 2018 Report

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Livingston County Q2 2018 ReportUncategorized

by wagdesign on July 17, 2018 with 0 comment

April–June 2018 was a productive period for economic development in Livingston County.  The EDCLC 2Q 2018 report includes more details about the following Livingston County developments: Development Continues at the Fowlerville Industrial Park Seedling Growers Lease Land from Michigan DNR in Hamburg Township New Autonomous Vehicle Test Track Approved in Handy Township Greater Ann Arbor Region …

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When Art Meets Technology

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When Art Meets TechnologyUncategorized

by wagdesign on July 13, 2018 with 0 comment

  When it comes to relocating, job seekers want to know that the Ann Arbor region is a great destination for work and play. One of Michigan’s premier events — and a summer tradition for more than 50 years — is the Ann Arbor Art Fair. In the midst of preparing for the 2018 event, …

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Area Entrepreneur Accepts 2018 FastTrack Awards for Two Companies

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Area Entrepreneur Accepts 2018 FastTrack Awards for Two CompaniesUncategorized

by wagdesign on July 10, 2018 with 0 comment

For more than a decade, Ann Arbor SPARK has recognized fast-growing companies — known as gazelles — within Washtenaw County with FastTrack Awards. These high-growth companies are increasing revenues by at least 20% annually for three years or more. The 2018 FastTrack Awards ceremony was held mid-June during a2Tech360, a week of tech-related events culminating with the …

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Study: WCC has $524.1 million impact on Washtenaw County economyUncategorized

by wagdesign on July 2, 2018 with 0 comment

ANN ARBOR, Michigan (June 28, 2018) – Washtenaw Community College’s economic impact on its surrounding communities continues to expand, contributing $524.1 million into the Washtenaw County economy last year. A recent study conducted by Economic Modeling Specialists International (Emsi) breaks WCC’s contributions to the county’s economy into three categories: alumni impact ($422.9 million), student spending …

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WCC Welcomes International Labor Union to CampusUncategorized

by wagdesign on June 28, 2018 with 0 comment

OPCMIA’s inaugural Instructor Training Program kicks off with contract signing, brings nearly 100 instructors for week-long training ANN ARBOR, Michigan (June 25, 2018) – Washtenaw Community College welcomed representatives of the Operative Plasterers’ and Cement Masons’ International Association (OPCMIA) to campus today for the organization’s inaugural Instructor Training Program. A contract signing with OPCMIA General …

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