Ann Arbor’s history in commerce dates back to the late 1800s when merchants set up shops on Main and State streets. Consumers at that time consisted mostly of University of Michigan students and faculty.

Today, while the university remains a significant contributor to the city’s workforce and driver of economic success, many industries and businesses are located in Ann Arbor, one of Michigan’s largest cities. 

Cutting-edge, environmentally aware, accessible — Ann Arbor is all of this and more to its progressive workforce, thriving corporations and dynamic small businesses.