2019 Detroit Policy Conference

• Civility Begins With Understanding Others

  At the 2019 Detroit Policy Conference, The Detroit News’ Nolan Finley took to the Sound Board stage with Stephen Henderson from Detroit Public Television and WDET 101.9 FM to announce the Detroit Civility Project, a regional call for leaders to participate in meetups with others who may not share the same political or ideological view.

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• The Business of Cannabis: Future Economic Impact

  As cannabis becomes legal in Michigan and across the nation, companies are trying to navigate new legal ramifications while understanding the business possibilities.

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• Mobility As Service to All Detroiters

  Mobility is evolving. Between scooters, self-driving cars, buses, the QLine and more, Detroiters have more transportation options than ever, but are struggling to get to where they need to go. The purpose of mobility is to service all Detroiters and …

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• Detroiters Share During First, Second, and Last Word at #DPC19

  The 2019 Detroit Policy Conference offered attendees the opportunity to hear Detroit’s First, Second, and Last Word throughout the day at the Michigan Talent Investment Agency Stage. Detroit’s First Word Conversations during “The Power of Placemaking in Neighborhoods” and “Creating …

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• Five of Detroit’s Most Dynamic Voices Deliver Power Perspectives

  Throughout the 2019 Detroit Policy Conference, five local community leaders took the stage to deliver for “TEDx-style Power Perspectives.

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• Detroit As a Startup City: Josh Luber and Dennis W. Archer Jr.

  “StockX is not about thousand-dollar sneakers,” said Josh Luber, CEO and co-founder of StockX. “The future of StockX is for everyone. StockX is really about access.” On the Sound Board at the 2019 Detroit …

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• In Conversation with Mayor Mike Duggan on the 2020 Census and Detroit’s Tomorrow

  In a panel discussion at the 2019 Detroit Regional Conference, Mayor Mike Duggan joined Latin Americans for Social and Economic Development’s Jane C. Garcia, ACCESS’ Hassan Jaber, and Detroit the 2020 Census Campaign’s Victoria …

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• Detroit As the Center of Success: Dan Gilbert and Dennis W. Archer Jr. on the City’s Future

  In one of the most highly anticipated sessions of the 2019 Detroit Policy Conference, Quicken Loans founder and chairman Dan Gilbert joined Conference Chair Dennis W. Archer Jr. for a conversation on Detroit’s future. …

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• Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II: Making Michigan A Home for Innovation and Opportunity

  To propel Detroit into a prosperous future, Garlin Gilchrist II, lieutenant governor of Michigan, highlighted the importance of connecting communities through regional transit, broadband internet services, and entrepreneurship at the 2019 Detroit Policy Conference. …

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