Wayne County Commissioner, Robert Ficano:
Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano has served the region for ten years. Mr. Ficano oversees a $2.2 billion annual budget to deliver services that citizens need the most. Committed to restoring the business landscape of the county, Mr. Ficano has launched several initiatives to help economic growth. Major initiatives under the direction of Mr. Ficano include the EDGE (Economic Development Growth Engine) Program, the expansion of Cobo Hall, and the Aerotropolis Airport City. Mr. Ficano is known for his approach of operating Wayne County as a business and treating constituents as the stakeholders.
Mr. Ficano’s main goal is to continue to increase Wayne County’s assets on behalf of advancing community development. He has used his career to invest in economic development within the county to create a sustainable future for all its residents. Through the business incentive programs he has enacted, he hopes to create a highly skilled workforce, business opportunities, and a quality life for all residents of Wayne County.
Governor Rick Snyder:
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder was known as a businessman most of his career. Three years ago, he decided to turn this career into running for governor for the sake of Michigan’s future. Governor Snyder earned his MBA and law degree from University of Michigan before the age of 23. He has worked for several Fortune 500 companies as an accountant before opening up his own firm. Governor Snyder’s platform as a businessman committed to helping the state of Michigan grow economically resulted in a landslide victory.
Governor Snyder’s aim is to create a budget that leads to Michigan’s economic success. Also, Governor Snyder pledges to create an environment conducive to small business growth in the state. Since Governor Snyder’s time in office, he eliminated the Michigan Business Tax that created significant job lost in the past. The governor takes pride in eliminating the states $1.5 billion deficit. Governor Snyder knows this is only the beginning for creating an economically bright future in Michigan and is continuing to make advancements.
Wayne County: On the EDGE 