If you are interested in interviewing a Michigan Chamber representative, contact Sara Wurfel, chief communications and marketing officer, at (517) 599-3470 or swurfel@michamber.com.

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023
The MI Untapped Potential report says nearly half of Michigan parents surveyed could leave their jobs in the next year because of unaffordable child care.

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023
A new report is sounding the alarm on Michigan’s child care crisis and its impact on the state’s economy.
Chana Edmond-Verley, the CEO of Vibrant Futures in Grand Rapids, said she hears stories of families facing challenges with child care often.

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023
The ‘MI Untapped Potential’ report is meant to detail how childcare issues impact the state’s workforce productivity and economy.

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023
Funding remains a problem for child care facilities and for Michigan families despite an infusion of funds during the COVID-19 pandemic.

- September 7, 2023

- September 7, 2023

- September 5, 2023
- September 5, 2023

- September 5, 2023
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Accessible and affordable childcare is key to unlocking Michigan’s economic potential and recouping nearly $3B in lost activity while better meeting the needs of working parents and job providers, according to a new report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF), in partnership with the Grand Rapids Chamber, Michigan Chamber and the Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC). The report – Untapped Potential in Michigan – was designed to quantify the economic impact of childcare breakdowns and help the business community and policymakers better understand the issue and potential solutions.

- September 5, 2023

- August 30, 2023
- August 30, 2023

- August 30, 2023
The Michigan Chamber released its reactions to several issues outlined in Gov. Whitmer’s Aug. 30 “What’s Next Address,” including restrictive paid leave and energy mandates.

- August 30, 2023