Hear a timely update on the City of Detroit's proposed ordinance to allow adult-use marijuana sales at the Chamber's CannaBusiness: Policy Update on Monday, Feb. 1 from noon to 1 p.m. Attendees will learn more about the ordinance from James Tate, Council Member District 1, Detroit City Council, and are encouraged to submit questions following the presentation.

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The second annual State of Education will provide a detailed report on key data indicators that illustrate how the region’s education institutions are preparing students for college and the jobs of the future. Business leaders and education stakeholders will react to the data and discuss the impact the COVID-19 pandemic will have on education outcomes in the coming years.

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Looking to learn more about what your Chamber membership offers? Register for the next virtual Membership Maximizer to gain greater insight into the benefits your membership brings your business and employees. Attendees of the virtual event will hear from select Chamber leaders on how they can energize their engagement with the Chamber and discover new exposure opportunities for their business.

During this virtual session, Tom Shafer of TCF Bank will share his unique perspective on leadership. Participants are invited to join an open discussion following the presentation.

Michigan business leaders are invited to a keynote address and discussion with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. She will outline for attendees the latest on the state’s current response to the joint health and economic crises brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Gov. Whitmer will also provide an update on Michigan’s fiscal health and her budget proposal for 2022. Following her initial remarks, the Governor will engage in a moderated discussion.

Join the Detroit Regional Chamber for the Advocacy in Action Series, Dec. 8-April 14. During these monthly sessions, Chamber members will have the opportunity to discuss public policy issues impacting local businesses. This month's session will feature a discussion with the majority and minority leaders in Michigan’s Senate and House of Representatives.

In its seventh year, the Chamber will reveal the region’s report card at the 2020-2021 State of the Region. The digital session will offer an analysis of the economic indicators related to business growth, community well-being, innovation, and international commerce for Southeast Michigan, framed by the impact of the global pandemic. The report highlights assets, rankings, and the region’s footprint in key industries including aerospace, defense, automotive, and health care.

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The State of Automobility annual meeting provides a timely update on Michigan’s only automotive cluster association’s plans for the upcoming year. Key industry leaders will provide insight on the future of the automotive and mobility industry and explore areas where stakeholders can work together to improve and create opportunities. Attendees will receive the newly released Mobility Economic Contribution Report, which showcases Michigan’s global next-generation mobility leadership.

Registration is now open for the 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference. Held at the historic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island from Monday, Sept. 20 to Thursday, Sept. 23, the Conference will bring nationally recognized speakers and statewide thought leaders together to discuss driving Michigan’s economic recovery and growth following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Please note: Our online system was upgraded to a new platform on July 13. If you had an existing account and login, you will need to create a new account in our new system. View registration instructions.

For information on registration and refunds, please visit the 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference website.