Our Work

We are working for a more globally-connected, innovative, and talent-driven Michigan.

Prima Civitas is a unique economic development organization. Together with our extensive knowledge resources and experienced public and private sector partners, we pilot initiatives that quickly address Michigan's economic challenges. We believe that implementing innovation, talent, regional development, and international connectivity programs, we become a "disruptive" catalyst for Michigan's economy.

Our Focus Areas

Innovation

We believe that Michigan can once again be a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship. We design our entrepreneurship and innovation programs to have big impacts for innovation-based culture change with a high potential for replication throughout the state. Click here for more!

Talent

Our talent portfolio includes programs that build internship programs, connect employers to specialized talent, improve HR functions, and attract young, smart, and global talent back to Michigan. Click here for more!

Regional Development

Our early work focused intensively on region-building, and we continue that passion today. A particular focus for our "Region" portfolio includes greater-Flint. We believe greater-Flint is representative of the challenges of other "rust belt" regions. Our portfolio of "regional" projects work to improve greater-Flint - and other regions' - quality of life, innovation, talent, and global competitiveness. Click here for more!

International Connectivity

Our international portfolio provides Michigan business and municipalities with opportunities to compete globally. From trade logistics to large-scale housing projects, our team of international experts can reduce barriers, increase collaboration, and create opportunities. Click here for more!