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In our last eNewsletter of 2025, we share an interview Kelli Saunders of @SBAM did with our CEO, Rob Fowlers. Also, a cost study on Produce Prescription Programs. Read more- mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...
In our last eNewsletter of 2025, we share an interview Kelli Saunders of @SBAM did with our CEO, Rob Fowlers. Also, a cost study on Produce Prescription Programs. Read more- mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...
December 19, 2025 at 6:46 PM
In our last eNewsletter of 2025, we share an interview Kelli Saunders of @SBAM did with our CEO, Rob Fowlers. Also, a cost study on Produce Prescription Programs. Read more- mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...
PPA consultant Kristin Harrington is an accomplished executive and strategist with more than 15 years of experience leading mission-driven organizations, scaling initiatives, and advising leaders. Learn more why we are proud to have her on our team- publicpolicy.com/team/kristin...
December 18, 2025 at 2:41 PM
PPA consultant Kristin Harrington is an accomplished executive and strategist with more than 15 years of experience leading mission-driven organizations, scaling initiatives, and advising leaders. Learn more why we are proud to have her on our team- publicpolicy.com/team/kristin...
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The governor addressed a few hundred educators Monday during the state's first literacy summit, calling the subject her No. 1 priority for her final year in office.
Improving Michigan students’ reading skills ‘an all-hands-on-deck crisis,’ Whitmer says
The governor addressed a few hundred educators Monday during the state's first literacy summit, calling the subject her No. 1 priority for her final year in office.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:08 AM
The governor addressed a few hundred educators Monday during the state's first literacy summit, calling the subject her No. 1 priority for her final year in office.
At PPA, we believe in the power of education and the importance of literacy for academic, professional, and personal success. We look forward to contributing to the conversation on improving outcomes and building a brighter Michigan, one reader at a time.
#LiteracySummit #PublicPolicy #Education
#LiteracySummit #PublicPolicy #Education
December 15, 2025 at 5:50 PM
At PPA, we believe in the power of education and the importance of literacy for academic, professional, and personal success. We look forward to contributing to the conversation on improving outcomes and building a brighter Michigan, one reader at a time.
#LiteracySummit #PublicPolicy #Education
#LiteracySummit #PublicPolicy #Education
Our research was featured this week in the Make It in Michigan Newsletter from the MEDC. Insights from the MEDC’s Small Business Support Hubs were presented by PPA alongside national analysis on trends shaping entrepreneurship nationwide. douglasmilliganphotography.pixieset.com/axioseventla...
December 12, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Our research was featured this week in the Make It in Michigan Newsletter from the MEDC. Insights from the MEDC’s Small Business Support Hubs were presented by PPA alongside national analysis on trends shaping entrepreneurship nationwide. douglasmilliganphotography.pixieset.com/axioseventla...
Consultant, innovator, entrepreneur, and a leader in economic development, we are proud to have Vince Nystrom as one of our affiliated consultant. In this interview, you can learn more about Vince… and what Vince together with PPA can bring to your organization. publicpolicy.com/news/spotlig...
Spotlight on Affiliated Consultant Vince Nystrom
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December 10, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Consultant, innovator, entrepreneur, and a leader in economic development, we are proud to have Vince Nystrom as one of our affiliated consultant. In this interview, you can learn more about Vince… and what Vince together with PPA can bring to your organization. publicpolicy.com/news/spotlig...
One of our proud traditions is the PPA holiday party. It is an opportunity for us to catch up with our clients, policy makers, and PPA team members, past and present. As we come up to our 35th year, this party again reminds us of the positive impact PPA has made since 1991.
December 8, 2025 at 9:25 PM
One of our proud traditions is the PPA holiday party. It is an opportunity for us to catch up with our clients, policy makers, and PPA team members, past and present. As we come up to our 35th year, this party again reminds us of the positive impact PPA has made since 1991.
Yesterday as part of our office holiday party, many of our team members took part in an escape room. Even the team that came in last place had a great time! Thanks to The Pod in Lansing.
December 5, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Yesterday as part of our office holiday party, many of our team members took part in an escape room. Even the team that came in last place had a great time! Thanks to The Pod in Lansing.
Produce prescription (PPR) programs are evidence-based interventions that improve access to fruits and vegetables for individuals who are experiencing nutrition challenges. In this new cost study, PPA looked at 12 programs across the state of Michigan. Read more- publicpolicy.com/featured-wor...
December 3, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Produce prescription (PPR) programs are evidence-based interventions that improve access to fruits and vegetables for individuals who are experiencing nutrition challenges. In this new cost study, PPA looked at 12 programs across the state of Michigan. Read more- publicpolicy.com/featured-wor...
Big news! After nearly 35 years, PPA is moving to the Prudden Tech Center, a modern, flexible workspace beginning in 2026. Learn more- publicpolicy.com/news/ppa-lau...
December 2, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Big news! After nearly 35 years, PPA is moving to the Prudden Tech Center, a modern, flexible workspace beginning in 2026. Learn more- publicpolicy.com/news/ppa-lau...
In this new issue of our #enews we share some BIG news... also some new findings and a spotlight on one of our fantastic affiliated consultants. You can read it here- mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...
#research #evaluation #growth
#research #evaluation #growth
November 25, 2025 at 5:58 PM
In this new issue of our #enews we share some BIG news... also some new findings and a spotlight on one of our fantastic affiliated consultants. You can read it here- mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...
#research #evaluation #growth
#research #evaluation #growth
Day one of our PPA team at @appam.bsky.social conference. Attending sessions on how pay transparency laws affect labor markets, how pre-K expansion affects K-12 enrollment, and how child care availability affects maternal labor market outcomes.
November 13, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Day one of our PPA team at @appam.bsky.social conference. Attending sessions on how pay transparency laws affect labor markets, how pre-K expansion affects K-12 enrollment, and how child care availability affects maternal labor market outcomes.
We are happy to share that our CEO, Rob Fowler, is lending his expertise today to a critical discussion being hosted by the Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity. The conversation focuses on the FY 2026 Budget and the key lessons learned for schools and local governments across the state.
November 13, 2025 at 2:25 PM
We are happy to share that our CEO, Rob Fowler, is lending his expertise today to a critical discussion being hosted by the Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity. The conversation focuses on the FY 2026 Budget and the key lessons learned for schools and local governments across the state.
Dan Quinn, will participate in an important statewide discussion on the Future of Education in Michigan on November 18. Dan is a trusted leader, specializing in advancing equitable policy solutions across the entire education continuum.
November 10, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Dan Quinn, will participate in an important statewide discussion on the Future of Education in Michigan on November 18. Dan is a trusted leader, specializing in advancing equitable policy solutions across the entire education continuum.
We are thrilled to have Dr. Frausel and Ms. Graber representing PPA at @APPAM_DC and sharing their commitment to evidence-based policy with the national research community. If you're attending #APPAM2025 in Seattle, be sure to connect with them and learn about their work!
November 7, 2025 at 1:14 PM
We are thrilled to have Dr. Frausel and Ms. Graber representing PPA at @APPAM_DC and sharing their commitment to evidence-based policy with the national research community. If you're attending #APPAM2025 in Seattle, be sure to connect with them and learn about their work!
This week our PPA team was happy to attend the 14th Annual MCAN Conference. Dr. Imani Burris and Maddie Thomas presented on "To Degree or Not to Degree," which explored the decline in male college enrollment.
November 6, 2025 at 5:08 PM
This week our PPA team was happy to attend the 14th Annual MCAN Conference. Dr. Imani Burris and Maddie Thomas presented on "To Degree or Not to Degree," which explored the decline in male college enrollment.
Are you attending the MWERA Conference? Dan Quinn's presidential address will focus on the critical intersection of research, policy, and implementation. His leadership as President of MWERA highlights the critical role that rigorous, policy-relevant research plays in shaping effective policy.
November 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Are you attending the MWERA Conference? Dan Quinn's presidential address will focus on the critical intersection of research, policy, and implementation. His leadership as President of MWERA highlights the critical role that rigorous, policy-relevant research plays in shaping effective policy.
This past year, our research team collected primary and secondary data on effects of changes to the Child Development and Care (CDC) Scholarship Program’s payment structure. This new summary report shares the results and recommendations- publicpolicy.com/featured-wor...
#childcare #research
#childcare #research
November 3, 2025 at 1:49 PM
This past year, our research team collected primary and secondary data on effects of changes to the Child Development and Care (CDC) Scholarship Program’s payment structure. This new summary report shares the results and recommendations- publicpolicy.com/featured-wor...
#childcare #research
#childcare #research
Veronica Worthington is presenting on integrating evaluation w/environmental & climate considerations at the 2025 American Evaluation Association Conference. Veronica and the Environmental Program Evaluation TIG” leadership team are facilitating a session.
#Evaluation #EnvironmentalPolicy #AEA2025
#Evaluation #EnvironmentalPolicy #AEA2025
October 31, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Veronica Worthington is presenting on integrating evaluation w/environmental & climate considerations at the 2025 American Evaluation Association Conference. Veronica and the Environmental Program Evaluation TIG” leadership team are facilitating a session.
#Evaluation #EnvironmentalPolicy #AEA2025
#Evaluation #EnvironmentalPolicy #AEA2025
Reminder: Next week that Dr. Imani Burris and Maddie Thomas of Public Policy Associates are presenting at the 14th Annual MCAN Conference in Lansing! Their session, "To Degree or Not to Degree," will explore the decline in male college enrollment. micollegeaccess.org/events-profe...
October 30, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Reminder: Next week that Dr. Imani Burris and Maddie Thomas of Public Policy Associates are presenting at the 14th Annual MCAN Conference in Lansing! Their session, "To Degree or Not to Degree," will explore the decline in male college enrollment. micollegeaccess.org/events-profe...
New #enewsletter! In this issue, we showcase our diverse work, skills, and policy knowledge. Presenting in Washington, DC, on CDFIs, and participating in the Michigan Food as Medicine Summit. Sharing both a report and an issue brief on early childhood education. mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...
October 29, 2025 at 2:11 PM
New #enewsletter! In this issue, we showcase our diverse work, skills, and policy knowledge. Presenting in Washington, DC, on CDFIs, and participating in the Michigan Food as Medicine Summit. Sharing both a report and an issue brief on early childhood education. mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...
Dr. Daniel Quinn will provide insights drawing on his rich experience as a former classroom teacher, researcher, and policy advocate. His address will focus on the critical intersection of research, policy, and implementation.
October 28, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Dr. Daniel Quinn will provide insights drawing on his rich experience as a former classroom teacher, researcher, and policy advocate. His address will focus on the critical intersection of research, policy, and implementation.
This November PPA team members Maddie Thomas and Imani Burris will be presenting at Michigan College Access Network. Their presentation- "To Degree or Not to Degree." Hope to see you there!
October 23, 2025 at 5:19 PM
This November PPA team members Maddie Thomas and Imani Burris will be presenting at Michigan College Access Network. Their presentation- "To Degree or Not to Degree." Hope to see you there!
Our PPA team, Project Manager Anna Fischer and Affiliated Consultant Gary Heidel, was happy to attend the 2025 Michigan’s Summit on Ending Homelessness today.
October 21, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Our PPA team, Project Manager Anna Fischer and Affiliated Consultant Gary Heidel, was happy to attend the 2025 Michigan’s Summit on Ending Homelessness today.
October 20, 2025 at 6:05 PM