Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership

What Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership does

Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership (SEDP) is a non-profit, county-level economic development organization headquartered at 201 N Shiawassee Street, 3rd Floor, Corunna, Michigan, serving Shiawassee County. The organization has operated continuously since 2001, became an independent non-profit in 2009, and functions as the designated public-private partnership for business attraction, retention, expansion, and community/economic development activity in the county. Its service portfolio includes project assistance for new and expanding employers, small-business grant administration (including EM-SBN, restart, and survival programs), workforce development support (Going PRO Talent Fund), housing-development initiatives, regional collaboration through the I-69 Thumb Region, and program administration such as the Michigan Tri-Share Childcare hub.

SEDP's core "products" are non-transactional economic development services delivered at no direct charge to clients, including site-selection assistance, incentive packaging, infrastructure coordination with utilities (Consumers Energy, ITC) and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and grant facilitation. The organization holds International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) status, initially awarded in 2022 and reaccredited in 2025 — a credential held by only 89 organizations worldwide. It has produced 17 consecutive years of clean audits and has supported notable employer projects including a $19 million Cargill animal feed facility, Covenant Eyes, Rugged Liner, and others.

The business model is funded primarily through an annual investor membership program of approximately 166 investors, supplemented by state and regional grants and contributions. A 2017 capital campaign supported a disclosed annual operating budget of roughly $404,386, and the organization operates with 1–10 employees. Revenue mechanics are subscription/membership-based on the investor side and grant-based on the programmatic side, with services provided free of charge to client businesses and residents.

Name

Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership

Legal name

Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership

Website

https://sedpweb.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Economic Development Services

NAICS

Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), Professional Organizations (81392)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce Development & Inclusive Employment (Job Training, Placement) (BPAGALAB)

Keywords

• Economic development services
• Business attraction consulting
• Workforce development coordination
• Small business consulting
• Industrial site selection

Headquarters

HQ city

Corunna

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Annual Investor Memberships: SEDP generates operating revenue primarily through annual investor contributions from businesses, local governments, and institutions across Shiawassee County. Investors pay annual fees to support the organization and receive recognition, networking access, and business development services in return. The organization achieved a capital campaign target of $404,386 annual budget funded by 166 investor members.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

SEDP is a non-profit economic development organization that delivers business attraction, retention, and expansion services to Shiawassee County, Michigan. It provides site selection assistance, property listings, workforce development coordination, small business consulting, and real estate development support to manufacturing firms, agribusinesses, and local municipalities. The organization is funded by annual investor contributions from businesses, local governments, and institutions.

Product overview

Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership (SEDP) operates as an economic development agency serving Shiawassee County, Michigan, providing a comprehensive suite of services rather than a discrete product. The organization offers economic development services including business attraction, retention, and expansion programs; small business development with expert consulting and networking; property assistance and real estate development; workforce and training services connecting employers with skilled labor and educational institutions; and a sites and buildings database featuring industrial properties. SEDP functions as an information and support platform rather than a technology product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Business Attraction, Retention, and Expansion Services
• Small Business Development Consulting
• Property Assistance and Real Estate Development
• Workforce and Training Coordination Workforce development programs connecting businesses with skilled labor, custom training services, and partnerships with educational institutions. Includes coordination of Going PRO Talent Funds and Industry 4.0 readiness assessments.
• Featured Industrial Sites and Buildings

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,500+ new jobs, $40M+ new annual payroll, $95M+ new capital investment from 75 announced projects (2008-2012 program results)
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and major.

• Shiawassee Regional Education Service District (SRESD)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 February 2022SEDP partners with SRESD to operate the Shiawassee County hub of the MI Tri-Share Childcare Program, which splits childcare costs between employer, employee, and grant funds. SRESD provides program management and payment coordination with licensed childcare providers. The two organizations also jointly fund a shared Business and Community Liaison position and collaborate on workforce development initiatives including the CTE Center millage-funded programs.
• International Economic Development Council (IEDC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 January 2022SEDP was originally accredited by IEDC in 2022 and reaccredited in 2025 as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). The AEDO accreditation involves a comprehensive peer review process including documentation review and onsite visits, measuring the organization against commonly held professional standards in the economic development field.
• Burns & McDonnellsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 2 October 2020Shiawassee County contracted Burns & McDonnell for planning services on a planned supersite in the City of Durand and Vernon Township. The project was fully funded by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from MEDC as part of the Michigan Site Readiness Improvement program. Burns & McDonnell's work includes creating a masterplan for industrial development.
• Rowe Professional Services CompanysupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 10 August 2020Shiawassee County contracted Rowe Professional Services Company for planning services on an industrial site in Vernon Township (home of Great Lakes Family of Companies at 7505 M-71), addressing site layout, utility, and ingress/egress planning for future growth. The work was funded entirely by a CDBG from MEDC.
• Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMEDC is the state's chief marketing and business attraction agency that provides funding, grants, and programs supporting SEDP's operations and client businesses. MEDC provides Going PRO Talent Funds, Michigan Site Readiness Improvement grants, Michigan Build Ready Sites grants, Business Development Program performance-based grants, and Community Development Block Grants. SEDP coordinates with MEDC on site selection, workforce initiatives (Industry 4.0, Tri-Share childcare), and business attraction programs.
• Michigan Manufacturing Technology CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center conducts Industry 4.0 readiness assessments with I-69 Thumb Region manufacturers and collaborates with Region 6 economic development partners on the $138,000 I-69 Thumb Region Industry 4.0 initiative, helping small and mid-sized manufacturers adopt advanced manufacturing technologies.
• I-69 Thumb Region Economic Development PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSEDP is one of seven partners in the I-69 Thumb Region collaboration, which includes Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission, Lapeer Development Corp., Sanilac & Huron County Economic Development Corp., and Tuscola County Economic Development Corp. The partnership administers regional programs including the $138,000 Industry 4.0 initiative, $2,000 placemaking mini-grants, and coordinates on MiCareerQuest career exploration events.
• Consumers EnergymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsumers Energy, through the Consumers Energy Foundation, sponsors SEDP's annual meetings and investor events. The company has provided a Prosperity Grant of $150,000 to the Chamber Foundation for renovation planning. Consumers Energy also sponsors SEDP's Project of the Year award and People/Planet Awards, demonstrating a multi-year commitment to Shiawassee County economic development.
• ITC Holdings CorpmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerITC Holdings Corp sponsors SEDP's Project of the Year award, recognizing significant new or expanding business projects in Shiawassee County. ITC Holdings is a major utility infrastructure company providing transmission services in Michigan and a long-standing supporter of local economic development initiatives.
• United Way of Genesee County (Serving Genesee and Shiawassee Counties)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnited Way collaborated with SEDP on a community survey to assess childcare needs, contributing to the initiative to increase availability and affordability of childcare options in Shiawassee County.
• GST Michigan WorkssupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGST Michigan Works serves as a workforce training and placement partner, offering Going PRO Talent Funds to both new and existing employers in the region. Shiawassee employers like Midwest Bus have leveraged Going PRO funding to train workforces in new technology and manufacturing protocols. GST Michigan Works also coordinates hiring events for major projects like Assembly Solar.
• Lansing Community CollegesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLansing Community College is ranked nationally in the top 12% of community colleges and offers 200 associate degree and certificate programs including agricultural technology, computer technology, and manufacturing technology. LCC provides custom training services to local industry and workforce development programs serving Shiawassee County employers.
• Baker College of OwossosupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerBaker College offers work-centered learning toward certificates, associate and bachelor's degrees in in-demand fields including MAT2 manufacturing, automotive and diesel technology, mechatronics, IT cybersecurity, and supply chain management. Baker College also hosts SEDP's annual meeting at its Welcome Center in Owosso.
• Mott Community CollegesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMott Community College offers 61 associate degrees and 40 pre-associate certificates, and through its Regional Talent Initiatives keeps students and area businesses on the cutting edge of innovation. The college's FABLAB digital fabrication facility provides critical experience in product development and prototyping for Shiawassee County students and businesses.
• Michigan SBDC (Small Business Development Center)supportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThe Michigan SBDC provides consulting, training, and research to assist small businesses with launching, growing, transitioning, and innovating. The Shiawassee SBDC office is located inside The Armory in Owosso. SEDP works with SBDC on reviewing grant applications and providing small business consulting services.
• Eastern Michigan Small Business Network (EM-SBN)supportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEM-SBN is a partnership of organizations committed to serving startup and small businesses in Michigan's central eastern region. Administered by the Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County, EM-SBN distributes Small Business Grant Program funding (part of a $2.5M MEDC SBSH program) to Region 6 businesses including Shiawassee County entrepreneurs. SEDP promotes and supports grant applications from local small businesses.
• Shiawassee County Land Bank AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSEDP provides staffing support to the Shiawassee County Land Bank Authority (SCLBA), which works to eliminate blight, redevelop properties, and facilitate new construction. SCLBA projects include the Woodland Trails condominium development revitalization, Welcome Inn motel demolition, and the 201 Robbins St. cold storage building demolition, all funded through the State Land Bank Authority's Blight Elimination Program.
• Shiawassee Regional Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSEDP collaborates with the Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce on quarterly investor events (Connect at Four), joint awards programs, and small business relief initiatives. The Chamber served as the regional administrator for Michigan Small Business Survival grants and coordinates with SEDP on COVID-19 business resources.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County: Direct peer within the I-69 Thumb Region consortium alongside SEDP; both serve as county-level EDOs with similar BRE services, investor-based funding models, and partnerships with MEDC. The EDA also administers the Eastern Michigan Small Business Network referenced in SEDP's data.
• Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce: Direct peer within the I-69 Thumb Region partnership; offers business attraction, retention, and chamber-style member services comparable to SEDP's investor-based model in a contiguous Michigan market.
• Sanilac & Huron County Economic Development Corporation: Direct peer EDO within the I-69 Thumb Region serving Sanilac and Huron counties; shares SEDP's small-county model, Going PRO Talent Fund administration, and MEDC-aligned BRE program.
• Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission: Direct peer as another I-69 Thumb Region EDO partner delivering BRE, workforce, and planning services to a contiguous Michigan county (Genesee/Flint); comparable mission, governance structure, and reliance on MEDC and state grants.
• Lapeer Development Corporation: Direct peer within the I-69 Thumb Region; LDC serves Lapeer County with similar BRE, site readiness, and workforce development services, sharing regional programs (Industry 4.0, placemaking grants, MiCareerQuest) with SEDP.
• Tuscola County Economic Development Corporation: Direct peer within the I-69 Thumb Region consortium; comparable rural-county EDO with BRE, workforce, and small business services and similar reliance on state grants and investor contributions.

Broad incumbents

• Detroit Regional Partnership: Broader regional EDO that competes for the same out-of-state site selection projects in Michigan; overlaps with SEDP in target industries (manufacturing, mobility) but operates at multi-county scale with a much larger budget.
• Greater Cleveland Partnership: Comparable private-sector-led regional economic development and chamber organization serving a U.S. metro/region; similar BRE mission, investor/government funding model, and workforce programs but at substantially larger scale.
• Greater Houston Partnership: Large multi-county EDO and chamber hybrid with BRE, workforce, and site-selection services; benchmark for what an investor-funded, IEDC-accredited EDO can scale into over time, illustrating SEDP's potential upside trajectory.
• Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC): State-level EDO and SEDP's primary funder/partner; offers overlapping business attraction, incentives, and grant programs at much larger scale, but does not specialize in single-county site readiness like SEDP.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/sedpweb
• Facebookfacebook.com/sedpweb
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shiawassee-economic-development-partnership

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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