Past Events
LD Day at the Pistons
On March 25, friends and family of current LD participants and alumni spent an evening networking, hearing a panel discussion, and enjoying complimentary food and drinks before cheering on the Detroit Pistons as they face off against the Atlanta Hawks.
This was an opportunity to strengthen ties within the Leadership Detroit community, forge new connections, and support the future of leadership in the Detroit Region.
Leadership Detroit: Honoring Robyn Brown-Manning
On Feb. 11, 2026, Leadership Detroit honored Robyn Brown-Manning for her impactful leadership and contributions as a session facilitator. For more than 30 years, she has shaped the program’s Race and Diversity curriculum, connecting nearly 2,000 graduates through meaningful dialogue and activities like the renowned “privilege walk.”
Leadership Detroit Class 45 Graduation
Leadership Detroit Class 45 celebrated its graduation on Wednesday, June 18, 5-8 p.m. at Book Tower Detroit. They enjoyed an evening of networking and celebrating their accomplishments with their peers, guests, and the Leadership Detroit team.
Leadership Detroit Spring Soirée
Leadership Detroit hosted an Alumni Fundraiser on Thursday, April 10, 5-8 p.m., at the Fair Lane: Home of Clara and Henry Ford in Dearborn. During the event, attendees had the opportunity to reconnect with classmates from their cohort and meet alumni from other classes. Attendees heard from Bob Bury, Fair Lane’s President and Chief Executive Office and Sandy K. Baruah, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
Ticket sale net proceeds went towards funding scholarships for future Leadership Detroit classes to ensure the program remains an accurate representation of Detroit’s current and future leaders.
