Through discussions of art, community spirit, innovative design, and intelligent redevelopment, the Power Perspectives delivered at the 2017 Detroit Policy Conference shined a light on how Detroit has become a beacon for creativity and growth. Rita Fields, executive vice president …
Continue ReadingThe philanthropic community’s contributions – from housing sustainability programs to youth education – was a critical step in Detroit’s post-bankruptcy revitalization. In the discussion, “Detroit’s Resurgence: Philanthropy’s Leading Role,” panelists highlighted how their respective organizations stimulated development throughout the city through projects, initiatives and programs while emphasizing the need for more collaboration with businesses.
Continue ReadingThe concurrent session “Farm to Table: Detroit’s Food Economy” brought perspectives from urban farm and food entrepreneurs, restauranteurs and nonprofits supporting community neighborhood development. Panelists discussed Detroit’s food landscape and the opportunities and challenges that the local food economy faces.
Continue ReadingSocial entrepreneurship is a major part of Detroit’s innovative spirit and was on full display at the Conference. In a session centered around the idea of purpose-driven business, three Detroit-based business owners discussed their professional journeys, challenges and how their businesses have made a difference in the community.
Continue ReadingConnecting people with efficient transportation options is essential to remaining competitive as a region. As part of the “Urban Mobility Solutions: Innovating Transportation” panel, leading mobility experts shared insight on Detroit’s efforts to transform into a more transportation-friendly city.
Continue ReadingIn Detroit, there is a disconnect between available jobs and the lack of a skilled workforce to fill these open positions. During the panel, “Skills Wanted: Building Detroit’s Talent,” workforce development experts discussed the importance of providing Detroiters with the skills to fill in-demand jobs.
Continue ReadingWayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy took the Sound Board stage during a session sponsored by Comcast Business to talk about the 11,341 untested sexual assault kits that were discovered in a Detroit Police Department property storage facility in 2009.
Continue ReadingFostering a safe city for residents, businesses and neighborhoods remains a top priority for Detroit Police Chief James Craig. In an intimate conversation with Detroit Free Press columnist Rochelle Riley, Craig outlined his vision to reduce crime and strengthen the city’s neighborhoods.
Continue ReadingSharing the power of inclusivity and strategic planning, Toni Griffin, founder of Urban Planning for the American City shared her perspective on Detroit’s progress during her opening keynote at this year’s Conference.
Continue ReadingDrawing on examples from her crusade to make New York safer, more sustainable and more connected, Janette Sadik-Khan, transportation principal for Bloomberg Associates, challenged leaders to take risk and reimagine new ways to utilize existing infrastructure to move people and grow the region’s economy.
Continue ReadingIn the midst of countless projects underway, developers must continue to make intentional decisions to include all Detroiters in the city’s revitalization.
Continue ReadingWith development showing no signs of slowing, engaging Detroiters in thoughtful dialogue on the city’s long-term vision and building up neighborhoods is necessary to continue Detroit’s momentum panelists said in the session, “Strengthening Detroit: Partners in Economic Development.”
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