2026 Detroit Policy Conference
A Call for Trust, Honesty, and Collaboration to Drive Transformative Growth
January 30, 2026Industry leaders Mark de la Vergne of Michigan Central and Ned Staebler of Wayne State University and TechTown emphasized the…
Madison Lorincz
Pontiac Emerges as Oakland County’s Next Growth Hub
January 30, 2026Pontiac is rapidly transforming as a city, fueled by major investments, new development projects, and a surge in small‑business activity.
Ryan Miller
“The House is on Fire” | Solving Michigan’s Education Crises
January 29, 2026Michigan’s education and workforce future was at the center of a panel discussion moderated by BridgeDetroit and Detroit PBS’s Stephen…
Krishaun Burns
Duncan Aldred on Continued Impact Driving Innovation From the Motor City
January 29, 2026Duncan Aldred of General Motors spoke during the 2026 Detroit Policy Conference about Detroit remaining a hub for innovation.
Allie Ciak
Unlocking Human Potential in the Age of AI
January 29, 2026Leaders share why AI adoption starts with people, culture, and lifelong learning, and how humanity becomes the true differentiator in…
Sadina Sackett
Hackel and Rea: “Macomb is With Everybody”
January 29, 2026Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and Deputy Executive John Paul Rea highlighted the county’s 15 years of progress through bipartisan…
Anjelica Miller
Detroit’s $2.5B Partnership: Redefining Health, Education, and Urban Community
January 29, 2026In a panel moderated by Fox 2 Detroit’s Roop Raj, Michigan State University’s Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Henry Ford Health’s Bob…
Krishaun Burns
Mike Duggan: Unity is Needed For Michigan to Succeed
January 29, 2026Mike Duggan, spoke with the Chamber’s Sandy K. Baruah, about the inspiration behind his bid for governor and hot-button topics…
Allie Ciak
From Quicksand to Growth: The Case for Bold Tax Reform in Detroit
January 29, 2026At the 2026 Detroit Policy Conference, Jared Fleisher’s keynote argued that Detroit’s struggle to attract young talent can be solved…
Madison Lorincz
Conference Welcome | Baruah: ‘The World’s Knocking on Detroit’s Door’
January 29, 2026Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Sandy K. Baruah stressed the importance of embracing innovation and showcased the Chamber’s initiatives…
Anjelica Miller
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