Resources & Information

Economic Development

  • JAMA (Jackson Area Manufacturers Association)

    A not-for-profit association of manufacturers and associate members providing training, networking, legislative and media advocacy, and more!

  • The Enterprise Group of Jackson

    The Enterprise Group of Jackson, Inc. (EG) was established in 1997 to lead business recruitment and retention in Jackson County. The EG is comprised of Jackson's leading business organizations.

  • EPI (Economic Policy Institute)

    The Economic Policy Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank that seeks to broaden the public debate about strategies to achieve a prosperous and fair economy.

  • Hillsdale County Chamber of Commerce

    The Hillsdale County Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit membership based organization. The main goal of the Chamber is to provide a means so that others can identify local sources for needed products and services. Chamber members demonstrate their commitment to the community and their support for a strong local economy.

  • Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
    The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association of businesses and non-profits that wish to strengthen their business, mission and the Jackson Community. Through promotion, advocacy, collaboration, networking events and education, the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce supports its members.

  • Lenawee Chamber for Economic Development

    An active partnership of more than 760 businesses, organizations and individuals committed to strengthening the regional economy and improving Lenawee County as a place to live, work and raise a family.

  • HCIDC (Hillsdale County Industrial Development Commission)

    The HCIDC offers assistance and information for companies interested in locating here, including tax abatement programs, community profiles, wage and benefit surveys and training.

  • Michigan Economic Development Corporation

    For any company already in Michigan or considering a location in the state, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation will give you the upper hand with a wide array of economic development tools. Whether expanding, relocating or just looking for help, the MEDC can assist with its one-stop business service.

  • Partnership for Regional Solutions Center
  • Hillsdale County Community Leadership Capacity Survey Summary

County Websites

Web Resources

  • Your Economy YourEconomy.org is an interactive resource center that allows users to explore economic activity in their own communities — and across the country. YourEconomy provides detailed information about the performance of businesses from a national to a local perspective.