Latest News
Below, you will find links to some of our most recent news stories. Each is an opportunity to learn about our work with other clients, our experience, and our team members.
PPA Presents at and Sponsors the Michigan College Access Network’s Annual Conference
Earlier in November, PPA’s Dr. Imani Burris and Maddie Thomas participated in two days of thoughtful dialogue on the importance of higher education at the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN)…
ViewPPA Launches a New Chapter With Move to Prudden Tech Center
A new era is dawning for Public Policy Associates (PPA) as the research and consulting firm prepares to relocate to a modern, flexible workspace in the Prudden Tech Center beginning…
ViewSpotlight on Affiliated Consultant Vince Nystrom
This month, we are pleased to be putting the spotlight on one of our affiliated consultants. Vince Nystrom has one of those resumes that’s hard to know where to begin. He…
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Featured Work
We are always proud of the product we produce for our clients. Below is a recent sampling of some of our work in different policy areas. Each featured work item showcases our ability to not only give the clients what they need, but produce something that stands out and makes a difference.
Michigan Microbusiness Coalition White Paper: A Proposal for Targeted Economic Support in Michigan
This white paper, prepared for the New Economy Initiative (NEI) and the Michigan Microbusiness Coalition (MMC), outlines the urgent need to formally define and codify the term “Microenterprise” in Michigan…
View ProjectA Study to Examine Michigan’s CDFI Landscape: Strategic Opportunities and Recommendations for Sustained Impact
This study, for the CDFI Research Consortium and housed at the Center for Impact Finance (CIF) at the University of New Hampshire, examined the landscape of Community Development Financial Institution…
View ProjectProduce Prescription Descriptive Assessment and Cost Study
A descriptive assessment and cost study was completed early in 2025 by Public Policy Associates (PPA) on behalf of the Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) and their Michigan Produce Prescription…
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