Mackinac Policy Conference

City And State Leaders Commit To Collaboration
May 29, 2015A stronger comeback for Michigan and Detroit means partnering and acting together. Key leaders of the state Legislature, Detroit City…

Perception, Partnerships and Pipeline Will Close the Skills Gap in Michigan
May 28, 2015[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0o2WgvZST4E[/youtube] Perceptions, pipelines and partnerships are the “three Ps” in addressing the skilled-trades gap in Michigan, which is essential helping…

CNN’s Mike Rowe: Michigan Must Change Perceptions of Skilled Trades
May 27, 2015Mike Rowe, host of CNN’s “Somebody’s Gotta Do It,” led Mackinac Policy Conference attendees through a humorous journey down memory…

Gov. Snyder: Michigan’s Long-Term Growth Requires Cohesive Plan for Economic Development, Education and Efficient Government
June 2, 2014Putting Michigan on a path to long-term success requires cohesiveness between state and local leaders Gov. Rick Snyder said —…

Ford Motor Co. Course for Automotive Innovation Stems from Company’s Iconic Past
June 2, 2014Ethics and innovation are important factors that affect a company’s reputation and success, according to Bill Ford, executive chairman of…

Eugene Robinson, Kellogg Address the Business Case for Racial Equity
June 2, 2014Engaged conversations about race and culture among business, philanthropic, and education leaders can positively impact the ways race, health, education…

As Detroit Moves Forward, Business Must be Intentional About Inclusion, Diversity and Opportunity
June 2, 2014Putting Michigan on a path to long-term success requires cohesiveness between state and local leaders Gov. Rick Snyder said —…

Michigan SOS to offer online services through AAA branches
May 29, 2014Detroit Free Press: May 29, 2014 The Michigan Secretary of State is partnering with AAA Michigan to offer some of…

Snyder signals support for gay rights
May 29, 2014The Detroit News: May 29, 2014 Mackinac Island — Gov. Rick Snyder is encouraging Michigan lawmakers to consider amending the…

Rep. John Dingell, Dan Musser Jr. Honored; Henry B. Cooney Named 2014 Conference Chair
May 31, 20132013 Mackinac Policy Conference leadership opened the final day of the Conference with a special presentation of two individuals who…

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