UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
The USDA provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management.
BUSINESS RESOURCES
Hillsdale County has the resources to help businesses launch and thrive. Although there is a wide variety of assistance available, some notable ones include employee recruitment and training programs to ensure that our employers have a skilled workforce.
LEAN ROCKET LAB
Lean Rocket Lab's mission is to remove barriers and drive innovation among startup teams and existing companies by providing an ecosystem full of high-energy entrepreneurs, accelerator programming, advanced educational opportunities, collaborative workspace, helpful business resources, and access to various stages of capital.
The Lean Rocket Lab is proud to serve as the MEDC's Small Business Support Hub for Jackson County. Our services are now available in Lenawee and Hillsdale counties, thanks to our partnerships with Lenawee Now and Hillsdale EDP.
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & RURAL DEVELOPMENT (MDARD)
MDARD is made up of six divisions that use a customer-driven, solution-oriented approach to cultivate and expand new economic opportunities for the food and agricultural sector.
LITCHFIELD REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER
The LRTC courses are demand-driven by local employers, covering mandatory certifications, as well as, customized courses taught by industry experts from Michigan and beyond. All courses are open enrollment.
MICHIGAN WORKS!
SOUTHEAST
Michigan Works! Southeast seeks to understand and advocate for the needs of the Southeast Michigan region. Connecting individuals and organizations with helpful resources. Creating hope for a better future by providing examples of what is possible.
MICHIGAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (MEDC)
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, in collaboration with more than 100 economic development partners, markets Michigan as the place to do business, assists businesses in their growth strategies, and fosters the growth of vibrant communities across the state..
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT
OF ENVIRONMENT, GREAT LAKES, AND ENERGY
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's mission is to protect Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.
CONSUMERS ENERGY
Consumers Energy can help you identify energy saving opportunities, answer energy-related questions, and help you through the rebate process, all done safely, over the phone with their Small Business Virtual Energy Coaching Service.
MICHIGAN
SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (SBDC)
The Michigan SBDC provides consulting, training and research to assist small business to launch, grow, transition and innovate.
