May 2025: Mackinac Policy Conference Special Issue

The Mackinac Policy Conference Detroiter explores the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference theme of “Equation for Impact” where vision and tools meet action to make an impact that ensures our continued progress. The special issue features statewide and national leaders discussing policies that focus on attracting, retaining, and developing talent and driving innovation while improving Michigan’s/U.S. global competitiveness in a rapidly changing world.

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Andrea Wallace, Anthony Chang, and Gary Torgow

How High-growth Enterprises Make It in Michigan

By Karen Dybis

Michigan’s small-business ecosystem is building onto its startup-company success stories by concentrating on smart resources like lending support, business backing, and peer comradery. Read more.

Ian Bremmer

A Divided and Increasingly Combustible World

Ian Bremmer is calling out political risks.

Ian Bremmer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, is calling out political risks and what it means for the future. Read more.

Tammy J. Carnrike headshot

From the Chamber: Michigan, the ‘Center of the Political Universe’ (Again)

This year’s Mackinac Policy Conference theme − Equation for Impact − is a powerful phrase. It is designed to be a rallying point to set a vision for Michigan so our state can grow and prosper.

As Michigan’s business, education, government, and philanthropic leaders converge at Grand Hotel, we live in uncertain times and face diverse and divisive issues with the highest of stakes. Fortunately, there is no better place to discuss these challenges than Michigan’s Center Stage….

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The Detroiter magazine is published by the Detroit Regional Chamber and pushes the boundaries when it comes to business news. It delivers timely content that raises thought-provoking questions in order to advance business and the Detroit Region to attain a healthy, competitive, and sustainable future.

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