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.
Spotlight on Chief Strategy Officer Emily Laidlaw
Emily Laidlaw, PPA’s Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), helps clients turn ambitious ideas into public policy strategies that can succeed in the real world. Drawing on extensive experience across government, policy,…
ViewPPA Welcomes Two New Interns
For many years, interns have played an important role at Public Policy Associates. Through our long-term relationship with Michigan State University and the Rackham Graduate School Intern Fellowship Program at…
ViewPress Release: Public Policy Associates Names Emily Laidlaw Chief Strategy Officer
State early education leader succeeds Daniel Quinn, Ph.D., who is leaving the firm in September LANSING, Mich. — Public Policy Associates (PPA) has named Emily Laidlaw its chief strategy officer,…
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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.
Report and Recommendations for Coordinating Homeowner Rehabilitation in Michigan
Public Policy Associates (PPA) released a new report that examines Michigan’s homeowner rehabilitation programs and offers a series of recommendations for policymakers to increase program coordination and alignment. This report and…
View ProjectNon-Traditional Child Care Demand
Michigan Compared to Other States The typical U.S. child care program assumes that parents with young children work regular work hours—i.e., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. But…
View ProjectSupporting Child Care Businesses While Advancing Nutrition
RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO THE CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) supports families’ food security and nutrition by reimbursing child care…
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