Detroiter articles from March 2005

Detroiter archives from March 2005

He's beating the odds: Frank Taylor puts fine dining on the map in Detroit.(Interview)(Cover Story)
March 1, 2005... Opening a new restaurant is a risky venture. With at least half of all start-ups failing within two to three years, the statistics are daunting. So what kind of person does it take to open two restaurants in less than three years in a market...

10 great years: and the next 10 will be even more critical; A sincere thank you to the individuals and organizations that recognized this anniversary by supporting this issue of the Detroiter.(From the President)
March 1, 2005... It's been quite a decade and the Detroit Regional Chamber has seen many successes. But I can tell you, nothing you'll read about during my tenure happened alone. I have always believed that collaborations and partnerships are our greatest tool,...

A decade of service: after 10 years at the helm of the Detroit Regional Chamber, Dick Blouse looks back on a record of achievement and ahead to an even stronger organization.(SALUTE TO DICK BLOUSE)
March 1, 2005... When he's asked to reflect on the past 10 years as president and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber, Dick Blouse is clearly uncomfortable taking personal credit for the organization's accomplishments. He's much more at ease talking about...

Get deep discounts on your business supplies.(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... Detroit Regional Chamber members receive the deepest discounts on over 300 of the most-ordered business supply items and discounts on all catalog items. Office Depot also offers Tech Depot Discount Program, Copy and Print Discount Program and...

Ahoy! Ship for less.(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... Detroit Regional Chamber members can save on shipments from letter to freight size at reduced rates. Options are available to meet any business's needs. Save up to 25 percent on overnight and international shipping with DHL * Low...

Here's the best deal around.(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... As a Detroit Regional Chamber member, you are eligible for Verizon Wireless's best deal by taking 5 percent off your non-promotional monthly rate plan or the current promotion. Members also save 25 percent on accessories for equipment. Visit...

Credit where credit is due.(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... With the no-annual-fee Detroit Regional Chamber Platinum Plus[R] for Business credit card, you can: *** Simplify tax preparation and record keeping. *** Benefit from a flexible source of capital. *** Request additional cards for...

Cut your phone costs.(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... LDMI offers Detroit Regional Chamber members a savings on local and long distance telephone service as well as Internet connectivity. In addition to LDMI's competitive rates, members enjoy an additional 5 percent off a range of products for...

'An enormously valuable tool'.(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... Every day you make decisions about your personal or business credit that affect your entire life. If you are applying for a personal or business loan, leasing a car, concerned about identity theft, been turned down for credit or simply...

Check out our Pinpointer software maps.(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... The Detroit Regional Chamber's Research and Information Center now has access to an industrial mapping CD-ROM offering valuable regional business information on: * Michigan's more than 8,800 industrial companies. * Databases/lists of...

Listen to the crack of the bat in style!(Chamber Products Services Events)
March 1, 2005... The Detroit Tigers' season is just around the corner and the Detroit Regional Chamber has the best seats in the house! Watching Ivan "Pudge" Rodriquez hit a home run is simply one more reason to choose Comerica Park for entertaining clients,...

Mark your calendar for these upcoming Chamber events.(Chamber Products Services Events)(Calendar)
March 1, 2005... International Consular Ball March 18 The Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn Stimulate your mind and soul with global sounds, cosmopolitan spirit and international cuisine at the Detroit Regional Chamber Foundation's International Consular...

Transportation.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Urge Congressional action to reauthorize the Transportation Equity Act (TEA-21) at the $318 billion funding level passed by the U.S. Senate that would provide Michigan a 95 percent rate-of-return on highway funds. Continue to advocate for...

Health care.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Support adequate and equitable funding for Medicare and Medicaid programs. Oppose the creation of federal Association Health Plan proposals that undermine existing state laws. Support incentives to employers that provide worksite...

Land use / development.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Support land use initiatives that focus on urban revitalization and efficient use of resources and infrastructure. Support implementation of a city of Detroit Land Bank to distribute tax-reverted properties and alleviate Detroit of more...

Environment.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Oppose efforts to mandate regulations that would increase costs on major water users. Support agreements between the Great Lakes Basin states and provinces that will prevent major diversions and not hamper Michigan's autonomy. ...

Telecommunications / technology.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Develop and advocate for policy that will maximize consumer choices in the telecommunications market. Support federal legislation that would re-instate the "established business relationship" criteria between business customers for faxing...

State budget / taxes.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Support making the federal R & D tax credit permanent. Support re-starting the Single Business Tax phase-out. Support spending cuts to address state budget deficit. Oppose raising fees or taxes on businesses and individuals to deal...

Workforce.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Support public policy that enhances the Chamber's status as a "one-stop shop" for workforce-related information and products. Support increasing Michigan's charter school cap.

Small business.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
March 1, 2005... Support exempting small businesses from paying the personal property tax. Support federal efforts to fund technical training and education programs for small manufacturers. Support reducing health-care costs by reducing frivolous...