The Detroit Free Press: November 26, 2014
The 2015 Detroit Regional Chamber policy conference on Mackinac Island will focus on talent development, urban revitalization, and regional cohesion.
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November 25: Registration Open for 2015 Mackinac Policy Conference; L. Brooks Patterson Highlights Oakland County Growth at Networking Event
Registration for the 2015 Mackinac Policy Conference, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s signature event that brings together nationally-renowned speakers and thought leaders on Michigan’s Center Stage, is now open.
Continue ReadingCelebrating Detroit Gratitude This Thanksgiving
Huffington Post Detroit: November 25, 2014
It’s been two years since the Detroit Regional Chamber first offered to pay for the first two years of college for any Detroit resident who graduated from any Detroit high school. Thousands of students have taken advantage of this incredible opportunity, but thousands more could. Let’s hope the Chamber keeps this program alive, and that every Detroit student that wants technical training or a college education applies to the program.
Continue ReadingDetroit Scholarship Fund Seen As Major Resource for Students
WDET: November 19, 2014
Speaking on WDET, Author and Associate Dean of College Counseling at Cranbrook Kingswood School Patrick O’Connor commended the Detroit Scholarship Fund, a program administered by the Detroit Regional Chamber, for its work providing Detroit residents a tuition-free path to community college.
Continue ReadingNovember 18: Advocacy Team Active in Solution to Fix Michigan Roads; Ford Motor Co. Vice President to Highlight Michigan Supply Base at MICHauto Annual Meeting
The Detroit Regional Chamber applauds the Michigan Senate for taking a critical step to address Michigan’s crumbling infrastructure. The Senate voted 24-13 last week to modify how gas taxes are calculated in order to raise at least $1 billion to fix state roads and make strategic infrastructure investments.
Continue ReadingNovember 11: Bankruptcy Decision Paves Way for New Era in Detroit; Kevin Kerrigan to Lead State’s Automotive Office
The Detroit Regional Chamber applauds Judge Steven Rhodes for approving Detroit’s bankruptcy plan last week, paving the way for a new era for the city and region. Exiting bankruptcy so effectively has wiped out decades of poor financial decisions and created a historic opportunity to move the city forward.
Continue ReadingSandy Baruah Discusses Detroit’s Exit from Bankruptcy, 2014 Election Results
WDIV: November 9, 2014
Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah was on WDIV’s Flashpoint to discuss Detroit’s emergence from bankruptcy, how the international investment community views the city, and what impact the 2014 election will have on Michigan.
Continue ReadingDetroit breaks new ground in bankruptcy settlements
Reuters: November 7, 2014
Sandy Baruah, chief executive officer of the Detroit Regional Chamber, lauded the approach. “The ability to use some physical assets to help resolve objections got us to the point where the bankruptcy process could be executed sooner and with less hysterics and a higher level of agreement than we expected a year ago,” Baruah said.
Continue ReadingFor investors and travelers, it’s a whole new Detroit
Detroit Free Press: November 9, 2014
Detroit is shaping up to be a destination, a good investment and a growth opportunity in the eyes of the world. What a difference a quick trip through bankruptcy can make. Outsiders are booking conventions, moving businesses downtown, buying bonds and looking to make money by investing in a city expected to grow faster than the U.S. gross domestic product annual growth rate of 2%.
Continue ReadingSandy Baruah Discusses Detroit’s Emergence from Bankruptcy
WXYZ: November 7, 2014
Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah was on WXYZ to discuss Detroit’s exit from bankruptcy, and the alignment from the city’s civic, business, and philanthropic leadership.
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