Pure Michigan Business Connect
More than a decade ago, DTE Energy made a commitment to support our state's economy by shifting its purchases to Michigan-based suppliers. We have delivered on that commitment every year since, continually exceeding our annual local spending goals. Along the way, we've created jobs and helped local and diverse entrepreneurs succeed. Today, at least 60 cents of every dollar DTE spends externally goes to a Michigan-based company.
Supporting Local Businesses
As part of our involvement in the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's Pure Michigan Business Connect initiative, DTE pledged to spend $1.5 billion annually with Michigan suppliers through 2024. We are already exceeding that goal. Last year DTE spent $2.2 billion with more than 2,100 businesses located in 77 counties across Michigan.
Testimonials
Name: William Ringrose, Head of Section, DTE Energy Program
Company: DNV GL
Locations: Oslo, Norway (Global Headquarters)
Houston, Texas (Administrative Headquarters)
Oakland, California (NA Energy Headquarters)
100 countries including the U.S./Michigan offices in Clark Lake, Detroit and Okemos
“DTE has been 100 percent responsible for our move into Detroit. Within our implementation programs in the US, it has one of the largest budgets and highest headcount, and serves as the leader for innovation, best-practices and new technology.”
Name: Louis James, President
Company: SEEL, LLC
Locations: Detroit, Michigan
“With the help of PMBC along with DTE’s leadership and mentorship, we have been able to hire and develop Michigan talent at all levels, going from 10 employees in 2010 to 65 today. Our annual revenue has grown to $15 million and we are expecting a 30 percent growth rate, year over year, for the next five years.”
Name: Dale Anderson, Executive Vice President
Company: Miller Pipeline
Locations: Indianapolis, Indiana (Headquarters)
Throughout the eastern U.S., including Michigan locations in Grand Rapids, Hale and Kalkaskar
“As a contractor, our primary goals are to provide a safe work environment for our employees, while continuing to build long-term partnerships with our clients. DTE’s continued investments in infrastructure will have a positive impact on our employees, our business partners and the residents of the community.”