Detroiter articles from November 2002

Detroiter archives from November 2002

Nice job on Whitmer profile.(Feed Back)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2002... Dear Editor: I saw the article on Richard Whitmer ("True Blue," September 2002) and it looks great. Terry Oprea is a genius and you are brilliant for having him add this life to a publication that has benefited greatly from it. ...

Our readers speak.(Feed Back)
November 1, 2002... We asked readers responding to fax-back surveys in our May, June and July issues to suggest ways to improve the Detroiter. Here are some of their responses: "How about a 'service request' for companies looking for bids for their companies,...

'The rest of the story': paying tribute to our border heroes.(From the President)
November 1, 2002... On Monday, Sept. 9, 2002, President George Bush and Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien announced a 30-point agenda for improved border crossings between the United States and Canada, and more specifically, between Windsor and Detroit. ...

Bridging the gap.(Teacher Internship Program at Wayne State University, College of Education)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Assisted by the Detroit Regional Chamber, the Wayne State University College of Education sponsored a two-week Teacher Internship Program to bridge the gap between business and education regarding entry workforce skills for Detroit youth. ...

Small business resources guide.(In Box)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Troy-based Hall Industrial Publicity Inc. has launched a new Internet business-to-business publicity service called industrialpublicity.com, staffed by experienced technical editors and writers who can quickly and cost-effectively produce news...

Healthy talk.(recognizing depression)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... One out of five Americans will be affected by biological depression sometime during their lives. At $24 billion annually, its cost to employers is high--in lower productivity and decreased attendance. Depressed individuals also risk job loss,...

Detroit Regional Chamber officers for 2002-2003.(In Box)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Chairman: Benjamin C. Maibach III, president and CEO, Barton Malow Co. First Vice Chairman: Gail F. Torreano, president, SBC Ameritech Michigan vice Chairmen: Dennis W. Archer, chairman of the board, Dickinson Wright PLLC; Facundo...

New members.(Detroit Regional Chamber)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Welcome to these companies who either joined the Detroit Regional Chamber or upgraded their memberships to the Executive Level in August. Silver Computer Builders Warehouse Warren Detroit Rescue...

Anniversaries.(members of the Detroit Regional Chamber)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Thanks to these members for their long-term commitment to the Detroit Regional Chamber. 15 Years Alan C. Young & Associates P.C. Detroit Avis Ford Inc. Southfield...

Calendar.(In Box)
November 1, 2002... Mark your business appointment book now! Our monthly calendar keeps you in the loop on the upcoming seminars, conferences, meetings and other events you need to know about. Many Detroit Regional Chamber events are free or discounted for...

Techno-tour: buckle up and enjoy a quick cruise through the Digital Drive.(Technology)
November 1, 2002... Digital Drive--the new brand name that ties together all of the technology "hotbeds" in the 10-county Detroit Region--is a story that needs to be told because it affects virtually everyone who does business here. If you're the CEO of a...

Backup plans: a step-by-step guide to protect your data.(Technology)
November 1, 2002... The need to back up your data cannot be overstated. Downtime means financial loss to your business. Every minute your information resources are unavailable stifles your employees' productivity, damages your reputation and gives your competition...

How to structure your security and privacy operations to minimize legal risks and business disruption.(E-commerce: Security issues)
November 1, 2002... When your business moves to the Internet, you enter a truly global marketplace. You must now be concerned about servers, Website design, hits, "look and feel" and suitable domain names--and security must be at the forefront. Developing a...

E-commerce: Legal issues: if you're taking the e-commerce plunge, here are some things you need to know.
November 1, 2002... E-commerce is undeniably an important and growing segment of today s economy. Government statistics place the amount of retail e-commerce business in the United States at more than $9.8 billion for the first quarter of 2002, up almost 20...

The 'real-time' look: 10 tips for using technology to keep your Website fresh and inviting.(real-time business Web site)
November 1, 2002... If you have neither the time nor the money to maintain a real-time business Website, here are some simple tips to give your site the real-time look. 1. Add a calendar of events to entice your customers to visit your Website often, but make...

Personal growth, professional growth ... for women: why you can't afford to miss this year's Women's Business Conference.(over 500 businesswomen to attend)
November 1, 2002... Attention, businesswomen: Do any of these statements apply to you? * I find it difficult to balance my professional life with my personal life. * I would like to live a fuller, richer life. * I feel like there just aren't enough...

Challenge & response: after 9/11, the Detroit Regional Chamber leads the charge for a safe and efficient border between two great trading partners--the United States and Canada.
November 1, 2002... The Crisis... Sept. 11, 2001, is a date that almost certainly will be remembered for generations to come. Here in the Detroit Region, trade between the United States and Canada ground to a virtual halt as horrific images of the terrorist...

Blown away: the third generation of videoconferencing is here--and you're gonna love it.(Tech Knowledge)(second-generation IP video conferencing)
November 1, 2002... In the first generation of videoconferencing, ISDN was the only connection game in town, locations where a conference could be held were limited and the few standards that did exist were not widely followed. Not to mention horrendously...

The National Association of Women Business Owners chose Comerica Bank as its National Chapter Corporate Partner of the Year.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The National Association of Women Business Owners chose Comerica Bank as its National Chapter Corporate Partner of the Year. Comerica, the partner of NAWBO's Greater Detroit Chapter, was cited for its long-term sustained support in terms of...

MaxQ Technologies Inc.(Microsoft selects MaxQ Technologies as a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Software Products)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... MaxQ Technologies Inc., a full-service software developer and business systems integrator, was accepted as a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Software Products. The designation is reserved for Microsoft Corp.'s highest-level business...

Mort Crim Communications Inc.(Benchmarks)(television documentary on Catholic Church)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... "Seeds Along the Path: Growing the Church of Detroit," a television documentary on the Catholic Church's 300-year history in the Detroit Region, won the Detroit Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists Excellence in Journalism...

MGM Grand Detroit Casino.(Casino Player Magazine awards MGM Grand Detroit as best casino in Michigan)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Readers of two prominent casino industry publications rated MGM Grand Detroit Casino the best casino in Detroit and Michigan. Casino Player Magazine honored MGM Grand Detroit with its "Best Casino in Detroit" award for attracting the most...

New Horizons Computer Learning Centers of Michigan.(Benchmarks)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Livonia-based New Horizons Computer Learning Centers of Michigan was named the exclusive provider of the HIPAA Academy's Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act awareness training for the Detroit market and a preferred partner for...

After an extensive research and evaluation process, General Motors Corp. decided to implement EPLAN 21[R], designed by Southfield-based EPLAN Software & Service Co., as its standard software platform for electrical controls design throughout North America.(Benchmarks)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... After an extensive research and evaluation process, General Motors Corp. decided to implement EPLAN 21[R], designed by Southfield-based EPLAN Software & Service Co., as its standard software platform for electrical controls design throughout...

Happy anniversary!(Benchmarks)(Amerisure Mutual Insurance Co. celebrates its 90th anniversary)
November 1, 2002... Amerisure Mutual Insurance Co., a Gold-level member of the Detroit Regional Chamber, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. The company was founded in Detroit on Sept. 12, 1912, by the Michigan Manufacturers Association, in partnership...

McCann-Erickson Detroit.(appointments)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Shannon Blazic, Meghan Busch, Christopher Cunningham, Carrilyn Deist, Lisa Leonard, Ryan Milley and Candice Polk to traffic coordinators at McCann-Erickson Detroit in Troy.

Schonsheck Inc.(appointment of Taka Konishi)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Taka Konishi to senior executive-business development at Schonsheck Inc. in Wixom.

Clayco Construction Co.(appointment of Mark Cullen)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Mark Cullen to director of business development at Clayco Construction Co. in Livonia.

BEI Associates Inc.(appointment of David Sturges)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... David Sturges, PE, to vice president at BEI Associates Inc. in Detroit.

Grant Thornton LLP.(appointment of Peter Weiport)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Peter Weiport to management advisory services senior manager at the Southfield office of Grant Thornton LLP.

Credit Union ONE.(banking and finance appointments)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Stephen Grech to vice president and chief lending officer for Credit Union ONE in Ferndale.

Plante & Moran LLP.(finance and accounting appointments)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Louis Longo, John Lesser, Linda Yudasz and Joseph Rankin to partners in the Auburn Hills office; Susan Telang and Sharon Filas to partners in the Southfield office; Laura Claeys to partner in the Mount Clemens office and Kristen Stump to...

George Johnson & Co.(accounting firm appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... LaFell Peoples, CPA, to principal at George Johnson & Co. in Detroit.

National City Corp.(banking and financial appointments)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Don Alexander Jr. to wholesale account executive in Michigan for National City Home Equity, a division of National City Corp. Also: Craig Schurr to senior vice president and national sales manager for National City Bank's International Banking...

Detroit Regional Economic Partnership.(Economic Development)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Bruce Birgbauer, senior principal with Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone PLC of Detroit, to chair of the North American Investment Committee with the Detroit Regional Economic Partnership, the economic development arm of the Detroit Regional...

Henry Ford Health System.(health care appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Joseph Schmitt III to senior system vice president of finance for Henry Ford Health System in Detroit.

Clark Hill PLC.(Oakland County Bar Association appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Clark Hill PLC member Claudia Orr to vice chair of the Oakland County Bar Association Employment and Labor Law Committee.

Dykema Gossett PLLC.(legal appointments)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Daniel Oginsky to associate in the Lansing office of Dykema Gossett PLLC. Also: Darrell Pierce, a member in the Ann Arbor office, to general counsel of the National Public Records Research Association.

Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone PLC.(legal appointments)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Gayla Houser to manager of client relations, Michelle Crockett to associate in the Labor and Employment Law Group, Natalie Qandah to attorney in the Health Care Group, Michael Gardner to senior counsel in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution...

Muchmore Harrington Smalley & Associates Inc.(appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Adrian Cazal to lobbyist at Muchmore Harrington Smalley & Associates Inc. in Lansing.

Yazaki North America Inc.(manufacturing appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Michael Tarasi to General Motors Business Unit sales manager at Yazaki North America Inc. in Canton.

Franco Public Relations Group.(Marketing/Public Relations)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Michelle Zdrodowski, account manager at Franco Public Relations Group in Detroit, to the board of directors of the Friends of the Detroit Public Library.

Marx Layne & Co.(marketing/public relations appointments)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Matt Friedman to vice president and Elizabeth Scales to account executive at Marx Layne & Co. in Farmington Hills.

Fry Multimedia.(appointments )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Janita Gaulzetti to marketing director and Petra Schindler Carter to director of consulting services at Fry Multimedia in Ann Arbor.

Verizon Wireless.(telecommunications appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Allison Strausbaugh to district sales manager for Southfield-based Verizon Wireless.