Detroiter articles from June 2008

Detroiter archives from June 2008

Hors D'oeuvres, anyone? Small business advice for planning your next event.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
June 1, 2008... Kinda like how "there's no wrong way to eat a Reese's," there is no wrong way to creatively plan an event or meeting. However, it's important to keep in mind that the basic guidelines of planning an event are great delusions of simplicity at...

Enterpreneurial spotlight.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)(Interview)
June 1, 2008... How long have you been in business? ! have had my companies, North Coast Strategies and Cherrin Law Group, since 2005 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The hardest thing about being a small business owner? I try to balance the work or behalf of...

The transportation puzzle; TranslinkeD aims to strengthen our economy with infrasturcture.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... TranslinkeD had its official coming out party at this year's Mackinace Policy Conference. After an exciting presentation from Chamber President & CEO, Richard Blouse, the Grand Hotel Porch was abuzz about the great transportation assets in our...

See Ya' later, analog! Digital TV transition in Michigan.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... On February 17th, 2009 all full power TV stations will comply with a Federal mandate and switch from the analog format consumers have been watching since TV began to a new digital format. In Michigan, we estimate that over a half million...

Lights ... camera ... hold it! What do the film incentives mean for the rest of Michigan?(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... In 1999, two different young producers released projects that centered on teenagers in Michigan. "American Pie" was the surprise hit of the summer and was based on high school seniors from East Great Falls (E. Grand Rapids), Michigan. "Freaks...

Cashing in: the film industry creates new opportunities for existing businesses.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... The film industry moves at such a fast pace that area businesses have already begun to feel the effects of the new incentives. Now is a great time to put your company name out there as a potential source for out-of-state filmmakers, who depend...

Creating Destination Detroit; A look at the D Brand one year out, how's it faring?(The D Brand)
June 1, 2008... So just what is this D Branding business, and why is it important to me? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] More than just a harebrained scheme to attract more visitors to Detroit, the D Branding initiative is a lasting effort put forth by the...

What can the D Brand do for you?
June 1, 2008... Every time someone says or shows something great about Detroit that lines up with the spirit and substance of the D Brand story, that person is helping to reinforce a positive perception of the city and region. "Great," you may say, "but why...

The Henry Ford.(Early Adopters)(The Henry Ford adopting the D Brand Marketing consulting services)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Nationally acclaimed museum, The Henry Ford, is an obvious choice for adopting the D Brand. Two of the D Brand's five pillars - cars and culture - make up the essence of the museum and attract visitors to the area. As an early adopter, the...

Metro Times.(Early Adopters)
June 1, 2008... You Are Here is a marketing campaign born out of a partnership between Metro Times and the Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Burear. It is a year-long mission to brand metro Detroit and its various hot beds of entertainment, culture,...

Detroit Tigers.(Early Adopters)
June 1, 2008... The Tigers have a new background story that incorporates elements of the D Brand story - setting up a stronger link between a great baseball experience and a resurgent downtown - a great place to spend time after a game. The Tigers now leverage...

Strategic Staffing Solutions.(Early Adopters )(Strategic Staffing Solutions has aligned with the D Brand Marketing consulting services)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Strategic Staffing Solutions, a leading international IT consulting organization, has aligned with the D Brand's focus on 21-34 year-old early adopters to develop new recruitment efforts targeted to this group. On its newly updated Web site,...

Take it a step further: "Let's Meet in the D" offers clear solution.(FEATURE)
June 1, 2008... The Detroit Region has a unique spirit - a competitor's spirit - that is especially evident in tough times. The determination to look beyond our economic and political challenges and focus on what we as community leaders can control, was...

Why here? How Detroit became known for cars.(Cars)
June 1, 2008... The CVB identified five pillars that are now known as the D Brand. The Detroiter takes a look at what we're good at - and why. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Detroit Rock City, Hockeytown and "The D" are common names when referring to the...

More than great dining options: Detroit's rich with the history of its ethnic enclaves.(Culture)
June 1, 2008... If you're in the Detroit Region, you don't have to look far to see culture all around you,. And you can think about it in two ways: 1. The many ethnicities and religions represented in the area, and 2. The ways our humble little region has...

Place your bets: the casinos are a sure win.(Gaming)
June 1, 2008... In the last 10 years. Detroits's three casinos have made a permanent impression on the region's landscape, having served as both economic drivers and morale boosters that impact the way we see downtown. The new hotels and convention space the...

Get your groove on: Detroit has made its mark on the music industry.(Music)
June 1, 2008... As with culture, you can look at the subject of music and why the D is known for it in a few ways. First, and arguably most importantly, are the sounds that originated here and crossed airwaves throughout the world in the 1950s and 60s. Of...

King of the ring: How Detroit's sports scene uppercuts the competition.(Sports)
June 1, 2008... Southeast Michigan is the greatest sports region in America. That notion was confirmed by Sporting News, which named Detroit the best sports city in the nation in 2007. Yes, the recent success of the Red Wings and the awards Detroit has...

We have 94 days: how to them in the D.
June 1, 2008... We're hearing about it so much that it's almost already a cliche, but not yet, so I'll say it again: gas prices are on the rise. The good news? This area is awash in sporting events, cultural activities, ways to gamble your money, cool cars to...

Michigan's abundance: let our resources spark your business ideas.(40 EYE ON OUR ECONOMY)
June 1, 2008... With summer upon us, it is a good time to reflect on the importance of our state's recreational opportunities to our economy and way of life. Our distinct four seasons, coupled with a bounty of natural resources, creates a summertime...

Art in the city: developing community involvement through art.
June 1, 2008... How many people can say they knew exactly what they wanted to be when they grow up in the third grade and actually accomplish it? Well, Chamber member Chazz Miller, for one. In the third grade and even before, Miller was known at his school as...

Can I wear my bathrobe? Understanding virtual meeting protocol.
June 1, 2008... The Virtual Meeting Attendee We are a long way from the days of picking up a cup of coffee on the way to the conference room for an hour long meeting where we plopped down in a seat with our colleagues. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Fusion generation: the next level of YPs.
June 1, 2008... The term young professional, or YP, no longer accurately describes this group of change-agents. It is now the Fusion Generation - the unification of the Gen X, Y and Millennials, professionals and students who are working together to better...

On the roster: join us in welcoming these new members to the chamber. We encourage you to contact them for future business opportunities.(MEMBERSHIP MATTERS)(McLaren Health Care Corp.)(Michigan Waste Energy, Inc.)
June 1, 2008... GOLD MCLAREN HEALTH CARE McLaren Health Care Corp. Kevin Tompkins G 3535 Beecher Road Flint, MI 48532 (810) 342-2000 www.mclarenhealthplan.org McLaren is one of the largest health care systems in the state,...

Image one.(Community Outreach )(Joel Pearlman of Image One Corp.)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... One in 150 children is diagnosed with autism, and more children will be diagnosed with autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes and cancer combined. Image One CEO, Joel Pearlman recently started an new initiative, Toner for Autism, which is...

National City.(Community Outreach)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... National City closed more than 100 Southeastern Michigan branches and more than 700 employees volunteered For 23 local charities at 38 locations as part of Community Appreciation Day on June 18. National City employees engaged in a wide variety...

Nine talented Detroit students.(Community Outreach)
June 1, 2008... Nine talented Detroit students have been selected as winners in the first Good Schools Poetry Contest presented by The Skillman Foundation and Good Schools Resource Center at Marygrove College and sponsored by Michigan First Credit Union. The...

The Coalition on Temporary Shelter.(Community Outreach)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... The Coalition on Temporary Shelter (COTS) has received a one hundred and eighty thousand dollar ($180,000) grant form the Skillman foundation to support the general operations of their multi-site emergency homeless shelter that serves Detroit's...

Wayne State University.(Community Outreach)
June 1, 2008... The answer is: "Allen Goodman," The question is: "Who is the Wayne State University professor of Economics that appeared on Jeopardy on Friday, June 13, 2008? Goodman, an avid fan of Jeopardy since the 1960s, was urged by his daughter to try...

Kelly Services.(Community Outreach)
June 1, 2008... On Monday, May 19, high school students from the Golightly Career and Technical Center's Call Center Program attended a special career training event at Kelly Services' world headquarters in Troy, Mich Sponsored by KellyConnect, the company's...

City Year Detroit.(Community Outreach)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Sixty college-bound young adults, some of whom interrupted their own education for one year to mentor Detroit grade school students and serve the community, were honored by City Year Detroit in a graduation ceremony on June 19th. The graduates...

Detroit Institute of Arts.(Awards & Achievements)(Graham W. J. Beal )(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) Director Graham W. J. Beal was awarded an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree by the College for Creative Studies (CCS) at its commencement ceremony last night. DIA Board Chairman, Eugene A. Gargaro and long-time...

Six Clark Hill Attorneys.(Awards & Achievements)
June 1, 2008... Six Clark Hill Attorneys were named to the Chambers USA List of Leading Attorneys for 2008. Thomas P. Brady, Daniel J. Bretz, and Thomas M.J. Hathaway were named in the area of labor and employment law, William B. Dunn and Timothy M. Koltun...

The Community House.(Awards & Achievements)(Richard E. Rassel of Global Client Relations)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Richard E. Rassel, Director of Global Client Relations for the law firm of Butzel Long, received the 2008 Community Service Award presented by The Community House on June 10, 2008 in Birmingham. The Community House initiated the Community...

ASG Renaissance.(Awards & Achievements)(Lizabeth Ardisana)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Lizabeth Ardisana, CEO of ASG Renaissance, was recently honored by the Center for Empowerment and Economic Development (CEED) with the Michigan Women's Business Council Outstanding Achiever Award. Ardisana was recognized for her outstanding...

Foley & Lardner LLP.(Awards & Achievements)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Foley & Lardner LLP announced that the BTI Consulting Group has named the firm a "rising star" after a multi-year study of the US legal marketplace and ranked the firm as one of the firms nationally that are well positioned for future growth...

A majority of those surveyed.(Awards & Achievements)(Survey)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... The findings are based or more than 1,700 individual telephone interviews with corporate counsel at large publicly and privately hold organizations with more than $1 billion in revenue. Over 40 percent of the participants work at Fortune 100...

Duffey, Petrosky & Company.(Awards & Achievements)
June 1, 2008... The International Academy of the Visual Arts (IAVA) and the Communicator Awards have presented Duffey, Petrosky & Company (DP+Company) with six silver awards of distinction. DP+Company received recognition for print and broadcast pieces created...

Automation Alley.(Awards & Achievements)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Caption: * Automation Alley, Michigan's largest technology business association driving growth in Southeast Michigan's economy, announced that the organization has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious "E" Award for Exporting, the...

Tanner Friedman.(In the News)
June 1, 2008... Michigan Economic Development Corporation "Upper Hand" campaign and the Comcast "Just Ask Zak" campaign. Each entry was chosen for recognition based on a standard set of merits that have been in place since the inception of the competition 14...

Garan Lucow Miller, P.C.(In the News)(Lamont Buffington receives Detroit Science Center Life Sciences Volunteer of the Year award)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Lamont Buffington, a retired senior partner at the law firm of Garan Lucow Miller, P.C., has been named Detroit Science Center Life Sciences Volunteer of the Year. The award for Volunteer of the Year is on the Pi Society docent who best...

Henry Ford Hospital.(In the News)
June 1, 2008... Frank McGeorge, M.D., an emergency medicine physician at Henry Ford Hospital and health reporter for WDIVTV4, was awarded the Excellence in Journalism Award by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) for a medical story called...

Dickinson Wright PLLC.(In the News)(Dickinson Wright PLLC Chairman and member Dennis W. Archer achieved awared)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Dickinson Wright PLLC Chairman and member Dennis W. Archer has been named one of the "100 Managing Partners You Need to Know" by Lawdragon Magazine. Lawdragon is the fastest-growing legal community in the world, combining the content of a new...

ASG Renaissance.(In the News)(ASG Renaissance achieved Hermes Creative Awards)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... ASG Renaissance was recently honored by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMPC) with two Hermes Creative Awards for marketing communications excellence. In the publications category, ASG received a Platinum Award for...

Identity Marketing & Public Relations.(In the News)
June 1, 2008... Houston, Texas-based Midway Companies, a privately owned international real estate development and investment firm, has retained the services of Bingham Farms, Mich.-based Identity Marketing & Public Relations to provide marketing and public...

Identity Marketing & Public Relations.(In the News)
June 1, 2008... Chicago-based Tri-Land Properties, Inc., a full-service retail development and property management company, has also retained the services of Bingham Farms, Mich-based Identity Marketing & Public Relations to provide marketing and public...

Identity Marketing & Public Relations.(In the News)
June 1, 2008... Birmingham, Mich.-based J. Lauri Filmworks, a full-service motion picture production company, has also retained the services of Bingham Farms, Mich.-based Identity Marketing & Public Relations to provide marketing and public relations support...

Bianchi Public Relations, Inc.(In the News)(RDA Group has named Bianchi Public Relations Bianchi Public Relations, Inc)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... RDA Group - a global market research and consulting firm - has named Bianchi Public Relations, Inc. its PR agency of record. Bianchi PR will provide strategic public relations planning, counsel and media relations assistance to RDA Group, which...

About your benefits.(MEMBERSHIP MATTERS)(Detroiter Online new Web site)(Website overview)
June 1, 2008... See What's Happening on Detroiter Online Free Classified Listings Market your products and services to other Chamber members on Detroiter Online. The new Web site, still in its beta phase, allows users to advertise various services to...

Fresh from Mackinac: a global perspective.(FROM THE PRESIDENT)(Mackinac Policy Conference)(Conference news)
June 1, 2008... As the dust settles from another Mackinac Policy Conference, it's a good time to take stock of where we are as a region and where we need to go. Many of you don't have to be reminded that a rapidly growing global marketplace has completely...

Around the region; May: Mackinac policy conference.(MEMBERSHIP MATTERS)
June 1, 2008... Kathiean Owsley, director, One D with Edsel B. Ford II [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Attendees of the eceptior hosted by the Detroit Regiroral Economic Partnership and Michigan Economic Development Corp. walked down the "red carpet" as they...

Following the buzz: the latest people, events, places, gadgets and things that have Southeast Michigan's business community buzzing.(MEMBERSHIP MATTERS)
June 1, 2008... Q: Why would anyone possibly want a doorbell on their cubicle? A: Typically, visitors knock loudly on the cubicle partion, shuffie/stamp their feet, or clear their throat repeatly to get your attention. Other times, they just walk right in...

Up and coming: mark your calender with these regional business events.(MEMBERSHIP MATTERS)(Calendar)
June 1, 2008... July 2-6 Comerica Cityfest New Center Area Free Comerica Cityfest is a five-day outdoor food and culture rich entertainment street festival in Detroit's historic New Center over each Fourth of July weekend. For more...

Wayne County.(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Greetings, It is once again an honor to be with everyone on Mackinac Island for the annual Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce Leadership Conference. Without question, these are unprecedented times in Southeastern Michigan, the state and...

Lobbying for business; A day with the Detroit Regional Chamber's government relations team.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... Wouldn't it be nice to have your own personal lobbyist? Well, you do. In fact, you have a whole team. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Detroit Regional Chamber's government relations team eats, sleeps and breathes business, advocating for a...

The man behind the suit: a day in the shoes of Sebastian Wade, vice president, Regional Affairs and manager of diversity initiatives, Detroit Regional Chamber.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... Outside of his nameplate on the cubicle wall, walking through the office you may never realize Sebastian Wade works for the Sebastian Wade works for the Chamber. A strange thing to hear considering Wade is the Vice President of Regional Affairs...

Driving policy change; AJAC'S role in protecting automotive jobs.(WRONG WAY)
June 1, 2008... Last year the Detroit Regional Chamber formed the Automotive Jobs Action Coalition (AJAC) with the purpose of influencing the debate on raising Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards and protecting automotive jobs. AJAC enlisted the...

Your questions delivered to their desks; Chamber members ask legislators what's on their minds.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... Jumana Judeh President Judeh Associates, Inc. When times get tough, small business owners take a pay cut, downsize, work longer hours, cut expenses, cut vacations and develop a short-and long-term strategy. How come our legislators are...

Legislation for Michigan's economy; What your legislators are doing to help.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... In this time of transition for the State of Michigan, it's comforting to know the members of Michigan's Congressional Delegation are working to revive our economy. Despite differing political views, the delegates share a common drive to create...

John McCain and the fall campaign.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... As of press time, Senator McCain has effectively clinched the Republican nomination for president, while Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton continue to vie for the Democratic nod. That's good news for Republicans! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Jumpstart: the Michigan House recently approved a three-part plan to jumpstart our economy.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... Michigan needs forward-thinking energy reforms to provide affordable electricity for residents and businesses and to attract the kind of investment that will create more good-paying jobs and turn our economy around. Taking no action will be the...

The republican party: what it means for Michigan business.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... Senator John McCain, the next President of the United States, and his vision of lower taxes, less wasteful spending and common-sense regulation, are exactly what Michigan businesses need to lead us out of our single-state economic recession....

Green energy and investment in education: lead democratic business initiatives.(V0TE4B1Z)
June 1, 2008... The future is bright for business and workers in Michigan with Democrats leading the way through a challenging economic transformation. Governor Granholm, Lt. Governor Cherry and Democrats in the Legislature are working to implement policies...

How the visa issue affects business; H-1B visa unavailability hurts Michigan employers.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... With an unemployment rate over 7 percent, employers in Michigan should be able to hire skilled talent for job vacancies with great ease. However, as Michigan experiences a dramatic exodus of both young and highly skilled professionals, the...

Case study: Grand Hotel takes action.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... Michigan's tourism industry faces a very serious threat this summer that only quick action by Congress can remedy-a lack of enough workers to fully staff operations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For seasonal businesses who cannot offer...

Worth more than just pennies: copper theft is devastating our state.(VOTE4BIZ)
June 1, 2008... Imagine being a police officer and trying to catch a crook for stealing something which no longer exists. Or imagine being an attorney and trying to prosecute a case of theft in which there is no evidence. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Over...

Shake it up; And a stronger Michigan falls into place.(MACKINAC POLICY CONFERENCE)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Michigan is in a state of evolution. This year, the Mackinac Policy Conference is taking a look at the items driving policy and political reform that will build a stronger Michigan-from alternative energy to public private partnerships to...

Evaluating 2007's conference.(Setting the Tone)
June 1, 2008... It's hard to believe that a year has gone by since I chaired the Mackinac Policy Conference. And what a busy, exciting year it has been. Being chair of the Chamber's Board of Directors (a position every Mackinac chair assumes after the...

Mackinac policy conference 2007 score card: at the close of last year's Conference, the Chamber promised to follow up with action and report back the year's results. Take a look at our accomplishments 365 days later.(Setting the Tone)
June 1, 2008... AJAC-The Automotive Jobs Action Coalition was a national grassroots initiative, led by the Chamber, to advocate for reasonable increases in fuel economy standards that protected automotive jobs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * CAFE was a...

Looking forward to this year: 2008 aims to set new standards.(Setting the Tone)(Conference notes)
June 1, 2008... It's been an exhilarating ten months preparing for the 2008 Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy Conference. Our goal was to focus the Conference on identifying issues that matter most to the business community. There has been a concerted...

Making it possible.(Setting the Tone)
June 1, 2008... 2008 Sponsors The Mackinac Policy Conference would not be possible without the support of our sponsors: Platinum AT&T Inc. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan General Motors Corp. Governmental Consultant Services Inc. ...

Ever wonder where the conference topics come from? Here are the 2008 business survey results.(Issues on the Ballot)
June 1, 2008... As a 30-year public relations professional, I've watched the role of research in our industry emerge, grow and become a dominant point of importance in our everyday careers. A large part of our job is research-related-market research,...

What they found; A sampling of results from the member survey.(Issues on the Ballot)(Survey)
June 1, 2008... Alternative Energy Research Mixed feeling about willingness to pay more for energy to build new economy: four in ten respondents would be willing to support paying more to build the new economy around alternative energy research,...

The path to prosperity; Three blue-ribbon reports outline a bold agenda for change in Michigan. Are our lawmakers and policymakers up to the challenge?(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... Three reports will be featured this year at the Mackinac Policy Conference's opening session: * Michigan Future, Inc.: First Annual Report on Michigan's Transition to a Knowledge-Based Economy * Michigan's Defining Moment: The Report...

The big 4 what regional priority do you believe the big 4 should focus their efforts on and resolve? Every year Mackinac Policy Conference participants look forward to the big four panel. This year, the Detroiter asked them.(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... Mass Transit is Top Priority Willliam A. Crouchman chairman Macomb country Board of commissioners Is there anyone who has not felt the pinch of rising fuel prices? Can anyone deny that our region is in dire need of economic...

Anticipate the puck; Alternative energy will mean jobs for Michigan.(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... Venture capitalist John Doerr, the Silicon Valley visionary, is predicting green technology will be the largest economic opportunity of the 21st century. He's not saying this because he's a tree-hugging environmentalist. He's saying this...

Make the switch; Business, leaders and citizens must demand a part-time Michigan legislature.(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... It has become painfully obvious that we have a serious problem in our state's governance. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Last year, after 10 months of polarized, empty rhetoric regarding resolving the state's budget crisis, our Legislature was...

Finding our niche; Michigan can be a destination for health care.(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... Silicon Valley and computer chips. New York and banks. Seattle and airplanes. Orlando and family entertainment. Each locale has developed a powerful brand that distinguishes itself as a destination for its respective offerings. By becoming the...

Create lasting change; Collaboration is key to reducing high school dropout rates.(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... A national study last year revealed that there are thirty-five schools in our region that have dropout rates of 40 percent of higher. Seventeen of the nation's 50 largest cities have high school graduation rates lower than 50 percent, with the...

A message to the Detroit Region Edsel B. Ford on One D: progress will take time ... but it will be worth the wait.(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... Over a year ago, the Detroit Regional Chamber and five other civic and business organizations came together to form a new and unprecedented initiative called One D: Transforming Regional Detroit, with Edsel B. Ford II as its lead champion. In...

Competing in the 21st century; Globalization is shaping the way we do business.(Transforming Michigan's Economy)
June 1, 2008... Following a very public dismissal from HP in 2005, Fiorina released her book, Tough Choices: A Memoir, in October 2006. The book covers her career and views on issues such as what constitutes a leader, how women can thrive in business and the...

Global connectivity starts here; Translinke D brings transportation and logistics services together for economic gain.(TranslinkeD)
June 1, 2008... The efficient and effective movement of people, goods and information is vital to an area's economic prosperity. Detroit is the heart of the automotive supply chain and is considered the most valuable North American trade entry point in the...

Where has it worked?(TranslinkeD)(Logistics services)
June 1, 2008... The Detroit Regional Chamber isn't the only organization that recognizes the importance of logistics and transportation. TranslinkeD is falling in line with several other logistics initiative throughout the country, and giving the Detroit...

Mo(bility)town.(Support from the Business Community)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Though I am a relative newcomer to Detroit from Toronto, Detroit has, for reasons I can't really put my finger on, captured a place in my heart. It could be the grand elegance, or the gritty honesty and humility, or the vibrant mix of cultures,...