Devon O’Reilly, director of entrepreneurship for the Detroit Regional Chamber, discussed NeighborHUB and the fourth-year launch of funding neighborhood-focused projects, with Jer Staes, host of the Daily Detroit podcast.
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Applications for training grants through Going PRO Talent Fund accepted starting September 30
Michigan employers looking to take advantage of the Going PRO Talent Fund program will be able to apply for a share of at least $40 million in competitive training funds available to Michigan businesses today, Sept. 30. The Going PRO Talent Fund helps individuals secure employment, industry-recognized credentials and strong wages by providing training grants to Michigan businesses to support employees in high-demand, skilled trades industries.
Continue ReadingPaul W. Smith: Celebrating success on Mackinac Island, Motor Bella
Congratulations to Sandy Baruah, president and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber and his great team, for what appeared to be an action-packed and successful 2021 policy conference at the (still) beautiful Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island.
Continue ReadingBack to the island: Quieter Mackinac Policy Conference eases back toward ‘normal’
The Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference went on as planned last week — a little slower, a little gentler and at least a little less crowded.
Continue Reading‘Maybe this is the future’: Detroit auto show leaders reimagine event that draws 800,000
Electric vehicles are on the rise. Self-driving vehicles might not be far behind. Automakers are investing heavily in both paradigm changes – or they risk becoming obsolete once the new technology becomes the norm. It’s not so different for auto shows.
Continue ReadingRocket Mortgage Classic to be played in Detroit through 2027
The first PGA Tour event in Detroit will continue through 2027 following a contract extension between the tour, Detroit Golf Club and tournament title sponsor Rocket Mortgage.
Continue ReadingRoot: Bracelets aside, connections still matter at Mackinac
Hugs and handshakes — sheer habit, really — mostly won out over carefully calibrated COVID protocols at the first in-person Mackinac Policy Conference in 28 months. Vaccines were required. Masks were (sometimes) in place.
Continue ReadingOpinion: Economic recovery comes from redefining ‘healthy’ communities
Actual medical care only accounts for 10-20% of a person’s overall health. People are often shocked when they hear me say that, considering I serve as president and CEO of a major health system. I am not downplaying the critical mission we undertake as health care providers; it simply reflects the fact that social and economic conditions have a far-reaching impact on people’s wellbeing.
Continue ReadingTune In: Mackinac Policy Conference Preview and Live Coverage
The iconic “Mackinac Policy Conference” will take place September 20 – 23, 2021 and will spotlight three pillars for cultivating a healthy Michigan – with focus to accelerate COVID-19 economic recovery, advance racial equity, and invest in the health of people and communities.
Continue ReadingExamining the return of the Mackinac Policy Conference
We are just one week away from the return of the Mackinac Policy Conference, which is returning for the first time since the pandemic began.
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