On October 30, we entertained over 70 guests at our annual fall event, Focus On The Future! Thanks to everyone who presented and participated in making this event a success.   Reprinted from Monroe News Reported by Blake Bacho November 1, 2018 Thomas Kelly, executive director and CEO of Automation Alley, says the State of…

The Port of Monroe was featured in the most recent edition of Great Lakes/Seaway Review. Please click on the photo to the side and go to page 35. This is a great article that speaks to the important role the Port of Monroe has to our local economy and future growth. Also, note the Monroe County Link…

Multiple manufacturers across the region opened their doors simultaneously to celebrate a successful National Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) on Oct. 5, 2018. These events are part of an effort to change perceptions about today’s manufacturing environment and draw attention to the outstanding opportunities that a career in manufacturing can provide. The BDC and the Monroe County Intermediate…

Thanks to all of our manufacturers who will be participating in today’s 3rd annual Monroe County Manufacturing Day! You are opening your doors and the minds of the students who will be passing through today. Watch social media sites for posts! #MonroeCountyMFGDay

Monroe County Business Development Corporation Appoints Vice President, Business Development! We are pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew R. Vanisacker to the role of Vice President, Business Development. Mr. Vanisacker comes to the Monroe County BDC after serving as the Director of Constituent Relations for Senator Dale W. Zorn. Prior to joining the Senator’s…

Congratulations to the City of Luna Pier!  Today, the Monroe County BDC attended an event to celebrate the revitalization efforts to the pier and scheduled renovations to the Luna Pier Lighthouse on Lake Erie. The lighthouse renovations will provide residents and visitors with a gathering space and help protect the natural beauty of the lakeshore.…

To assist in the development of small businesses, the Monroe County BDC and ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital, via ProMedica Innovations, have created a $500,000 fund that will assist new and existing companies as they launch innovative products and services. This program was created to provide gap and seed funding assistance for companies.   The application process…

Today we pray for the families and remember the victims of September 11, 2001.

Our office will be closed on Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day! We will be reopen on Tuesday, September 4, at 9:00 am. Have a happy and safe holiday!

A study by the Manufacturing Institute & Deloitte revealed that more than 8 out of 10 Americans acknowledge the importance of manufacturing but less than a third would encourage their child to pursue a mfg career. Read the report here:  Deloitte Report   Monroe County Manufacturers, participate in MFG Day 2018! Open your doors and open…