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Michigan Showcases Global Opportunities at IEDC in Detroit

Michigan Israel Business Accelerator (MIBA) was proud to present at the International Economic Development Council (IEDC)’s Annual Conference this year. Casey Iaccino and I teamed up to present a featured session: Bridging Two Innovation Capitals: How Michigan is Building a Cross-Border Growth Engine. The discussion highlighted Michigan’s work with Israel as a model for building international economic development strategies that focus on a single region.

Midwest’s Most Entrepreneurial Tech Hub: West Michigan’s Innovation Leadership

The Michigan Israel Business Accelerator (MIBA) team attended Grand Rapids Tech Week this September, and the momentum on Michigan’s west side is undeniable. LinkedIn named Greater Grand Rapids the #1 U.S. city on the rise in 2025, and Dealroom.co recognized it as the Midwest’s most entrepreneurial tech ecosystem. This positions West Michigan as a clear leader in the region’s tech transformation.

Elevating Innovation: Michigan’s Advantage

Michigan’s innovation engine is in high gear this fall, with three powerhouse events showcasing the state’s strength as a hub for technology, talent, and transformation. Fresh off hosting the Reindustrialize Conference—which brought national attention to how Michigan is reshaping the future of advanced manufacturing—we’re keeping the momentum rolling.

TripleW Moves Closer to U.S. Launch with Muskegon Site Visit

This month, MIBA was proud to host TripleW in Muskegon as they enter the final stages of selecting their site for U.S. operations. The visit showcased the strength of collaboration across Michigan’s economic development ecosystem and the enthusiasm for bringing new circular economy technologies to West Michigan.

REplace Brings AI-Powered Clean Energy Platform to Michigan

REplace, a cutting-edge renewable energy intelligence platform, is expanding its presence into the state – Michigan is the newest state that has been fully mapped in their platform making instantaneous decisions on sites for renewable projects possible for the first time. This strategic move signals growing momentum for AI-driven solutions in the Midwest’s evolving clean energy landscape.

MIBA in Chicago: Celebration and Strategy

The MIBA team joined Israel’s 77th anniversary celebration in Chicago, where Mark Davidoff was honored for Michigan-Israel impact. They also met with Consul General Yinam Cohen and staff to align on shared strategic goals and deepen collaboration.