Customer experience research conducted by Public Policy Associates, Inc. is helping Lansing’s Impression 5 Science Center improve visitor experiences. PPA gathered and analyzed data through online surveys from nearly 600 visitors and prospective visitors of the downtown science center. “The study demonstrates that Impression 5 is highly valued by the community. This finding is consistent … Continued
Public Policy Associates Board Chair Jeffrey D. Padden was quoted in a recent Crain’s Detroit Business article on the efforts of Michigan cities to create vibrant communities that attract and retain top talent. This work, often referred to as “placemaking,” recognizes that highly skilled workers have options about where to work and live. Placemaking efforts … Continued
Every school system has a unique body of students, staff, and connected family members and a unique set of issues to tackle. A possible step in the direction of correcting those issues, studies suggest, is including student voices in policy discussions and school decisions, particularly for students of color. This issue brief by PPA highlights … Continued
Among low-income families, for whom the burden of child care’s high costs hits hardest, the ability to access child care could be the difference between achieving greater prosperity or dropping deeper into poverty. However, only 16% of eligible children (monthly average) received child care subsidies in 2016. In Michigan, we found the subsidy rates do … Continued
Public Policy Associates Inc., (PPA) would like to recognize affiliated consultant Willard K. Walker for his contributions to promoting diversity, equality, and social justice over many decades. Mr. Walker has devoted much of his personal and professional life to creating opportunities for equality at the state, local, and national levels. In Lansing, Mr. Walker was … Continued
Sam Singh, former Democratic Leader in the Michigan House of Representatives, has rejoined Public Policy Associates as a senior consultant. Mr. Singh will focus on several key areas, including nonprofit management, philanthropy, education, energy, and workforce/entrepreneurial development. His work will center on projects related to Michigan. “I enjoyed working for PPA and have a respect … Continued
