Partnerships
A special thank you to our sponsors and partners!
We are grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners, whose contributions make our work possible. Thank you!
Sponsors
Partnerships
Battle Creek Unlimited
Battle Creek Unlimited (BCU) has been driving economic development in Southwest Michigan for over 50 years. As the business and economic development arm for the City of Battle Creek, BCU helps new and growing companies – as well as those looking to relocate – access the resources they need to succeed. From site selection and redevelopment assistance to workforce research, financing opportunities, and incentives, BCU supports businesses in making the most of their investments in Battle Creek. Established in 1972, BCU led the successful transformation of former military property into the 3,000-acre Fort Custer Industrial Park, one of Michigan’s largest and most advanced industrial parks. Today, BCU continues to build on its history of innovation and collaboration, creating opportunities that strengthen both businesses and the community.
Battle Creek Food Reimagined
Battle Creek Food Reimagined is a collaborative ecosystem designed to support food businesses at every stage of growth. By connecting entrepreneurs with industry experts, research and development resources, and university partnerships, BCFR provides the tools and guidance needed to bring innovative food products to market. From business consulting and workforce development to state-of-the-art facilities and technical support, BCFR helps companies strengthen their operations and scale with confidence.
The Secchia Military and Veterans' Resource Center (GVSU)
The Secchia Military and Veterans' Resource Center at GVSU provides support for veterans, active service members, and their families. The SMVRC focuses on supporting the transition from military to university student, academic success and degree completion, and the transition to successful post-military careers and professions. Support services include highly specialized GI Bill ® certifying officials, a full-time military and veteran resource manager, trained peer-advisors, veteran-specific job coaching and networking opportunities, counseling and mentoring, disability accommodations, and flexible deployment accommodations.
If you are or know a military-connected student who has identified as a veteran and needs assistance, please contact the Military & Veterans Resource Center or visit the GVSU Veterans' website.
Traverse City Center
Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is committed to supporting northern Michigan’s workforce and economic growth through its Traverse City Center and partnership with Northwestern Michigan College (NMC). By offering flexible, career-focused programs in business, health sciences, education, and technology, GVSU helps develop local talent to meet industry needs. The university also collaborates with businesses and community leaders to drive innovation, research, and workforce development in the region.
MVE Lab is a member of the National Veteran Business Development Council Task Force
The primary role of the NVBDC Military and Veteran Organization Task Force is to focus on pursuing and achieving tactical and strategic objectives by partnering with organizations having equal goals to help Veteran Businesses.
The aim of NVBDC is to work with economic development leaders to identify their Veteran business owner members and provide them with information about NVBDC and the importance of certification, while creating reciprocal business relationships that will enhance our values and directives as a Veteran business support agency.
Every cohort of MVE-Lab includes information about becoming a certified Veteran-owned/Service-disabled Veteran-owned business.