Emerge is proud to announce that it has been named one of the 2025 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch, an esteemed honor presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB). This annual award recognizes high-performing, second-stage companies that are making a significant impact on Michigan’s economy through innovation, job creation, and community engagement.

The award celebrates companies that are not only growing but also shaping the future of Michigan’s business landscape. Selected from hundreds of nominations statewide, Emerge stood out for its commitment to bridging education and industry, building employer-led talent pipelines, and innovating career exploration through technology like virtual reality.

“This recognition is a testament to our team’s relentless passion for preparing the next generation of talent,” said Joe Bamberger, Founder and Managing Partner of Emerge. “We’re honored to be among such an inspiring group of companies that are redefining what it means to grow a business in Michigan with purpose and impact.”

Emerge will be formally honored alongside fellow awardees at the Michigan Celebrates Small Business Gala on May 13, 2025, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.