Economic Equity & Inclusion

A Business Leader’s Guide to Informed Voting
October 13, 2025Discover key resources for informed voting in Michigan and across the U.S. Access reliable information on elections, candidates, and more.

MI Small Business Helper Launches to Support Southeast Michigan Entrepreneurs
October 9, 2025The New Economy Initiative (NEI), with the Gilbert Family Foundation, has announced the launch of MI Small Business Helper, an…

3 Ways Organizations Can Empower Older Workers Amid an Aging Global Workforce
October 3, 2025Uncover the effects of an aging global workforce on employment and retirement policies. Find solutions for future challenges.

Apply for October Small Business Grants
October 2, 2025Grant funding can provide essential support for small businesses and can be used in various areas of improvement and growth…

Detroit Launches New Detroit Capital Hub in Partnership With Local Lenders To Increase Access to Capital
September 30, 2025Detroit Economic Growth Club Sept. 23, 2025 The City of Detroit and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC) today announced…

Michigan Chronicle Honors 2025 Class of 40 Under 40 Leaders in Detroit
September 30, 2025Meet the remarkable Michigan Chronicle 40 Under 40 Leaders making a difference in Southeast Michigan through passion and action.

Applications Now Open for the 2026 NeighborHUB Grant Program
September 17, 2025The Detroit Regional Chamber has partnered with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) for the eighth cohort of NeighborHUB to…

NEI and City Institute Announce Small Business Social Hour Series
September 17, 2025Join New Economy Initiative (NEI) with City Institute for the launch of their Small Business Social Hour Series on Thursday, September 25…

Applications Open for Michigan Women Forward’s 2026 WomanUp & Pitch Competition
August 29, 2025Discover how Michigan Women Forward's WomanUp & Pitch Competition empowers women entrepreneurs to start or grow their businesses.

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