PPA at MPC2026
Reflecting on the significance of the MPC, Rob Fowler shared: “The Mackinac Policy Conference is a unique venue that brings together voices you simply don’t find in the same room...
ViewThroughout the year, we like to share each of our success stories. Each news item is an opportunity to learn about an important topic or finding, discover something new about one of our team members, or keep up to date with the research activities in our office. Below you can find our most recent postings.
PPA’s In-Service Day: Comerica Park and a Wedding Shower!
For our March in-service day, the PPA team met at the J Hub, a former DPS school (Jefferson School), repurposed as an innovation hub by Invest Detroit. It is an...
ViewPPA 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 Proud to Sponsor the 2025 Michigan Food as Medicine Summit
Public Policy Associates (PPA) was proud to sponsor the Michigan Food as Medicine Summit, which was held in East Lansing on October 7-8, 2025. This critical event brought together policymakers,...
ViewPPA Amplifies Its Presence: Showcasing Staff Expertise and Leadership
Building on more than 30 years of experience, Public Policy Associates (PPA) has established itself as a nationally recognized leader in research, evaluation, and consulting. Our firm provides insightful, data-driven...
ViewIn Remembrance of Doug Drake
This memorial was written by Jeffrey Padden, founder of PPA. Doug Drake’s obituary and celebration of life information can be found here. Doug was a terrific guy. I knew him...
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