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Detroit, Michigan
Joined August 2009
Detroit Mayor @MsMarySheffield will take the stage at the 2027 Detroit Policy Conference as one of the most anticipated business events returns on Feb. 4. Building on her first year in office, the Mayor will share what’s on the horizon for the city under her dynamic leadership. Register now to join the conversations shaping the Region: bit.ly/4jwdp2d #DPC27
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Don’t miss these key election milestones. Plan your vote with resources from the Chamber: detroitchamber.com/know-befo…
Detroit, make your voice heard! Don’t let rumors or misinformation stop you. Show up and make your voice count! 📅 Key Voting Dates: Oct. 19: Last day to register online or by mail Oct. 24–Nov. 1: Early voting Nov. 3: Election Day Get informed and make a plan to vote!
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The Detroit Regional Chamber has been a leading advocacy partner in advancing the Renaissance Center’s redevelopment, helping secure the financing tools and public support needed to move the project forward. From advocating for an expansion of Michigan’s Transformational Brownfield plans to supporting local approval, the Chamber has worked to help turn a vision for Detroit’s riverfront into reality. That work reached another milestone on Oct. 14, when the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority voted to approve the redevelopment plan following testimony from the Chamber’s Director of Public Policy and Business Advocacy, Adam Majestic. Learn what's next at: bit.ly/4k1PJCZ
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💡 AI can help small business leaders think bigger, work smarter, and compete in new ways. The Chamber is hosting a free AI skills workshop, with programming designed specifically for small businesses with 500 employees or fewer. All you need is a laptop and charger. Register to attend or share with your favorite small business: bit.ly/4zoyct6
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Starting a conversation about mental health can feel uncomfortable, but a compassionate, direct approach can create an opening for support, and real, tangible change can begin taking place from there. Read more in the latest Benefits of Blue blog from Chamber member Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan: bit.ly/4BbUHDB
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Meeting Detroit's talent needs and increasing educational attainment across the Region starts with better data. 📊 The Detroit Regional Chamber launched the Detroit Drives Degrees Data Collaborative to help business, education, and community leaders better understand where students are succeeding, where barriers persist, and how to accelerate progress. Learn more: detroitchamber.com/new-white…
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The business community thrives when leaders focus on common ground rather than political division. In our recent webinar covering the upcoming November election, Former Michigan Governor John Engler shared how civic engagement, transparency, and participation all play a role in strengthening confidence in our democratic process. Read a recap of the full discussion at: detroitchamber.com/2026-gene…
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Regional success starts with collaboration. 🤝 Hear directly from County Executives @MarkHackel, @davidwcoulter, and @CountyExecEvans as they discuss Southeast Michigan's efforts to strengthen economic growth and advance shared priorities. Join us on Oct. 30 to take part in these important discussions: detroitchamber.com/event/the…
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This week, the Detroit Regional Chamber Young Professionals (DRCYP) Community Committee brought over 20 staff together for Speed Networking Bingo, designed to help Chamber employees connect with each other from across departments, discover shared interests, and expand their internal networks.
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📹 : On their stop in Detroit, the @USChamber unveiled their 2026 Empowering Small Business Report. Watch the full press conference with Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer @Baruah_DRC_CEO and board member Lena Epstein to learn how small businesses are utilizing AI technology. bit.ly/4j64owE
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LAST CHANCE: Register to attend Small Business Advocacy and Resources on Oct. 14 to gain access to timely insights, practical resources, and valuable connections to help your business navigate change and stay competitive. Get involved at: detroitchamber.com/small-bus…
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In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Detroit Regional Chamber's TalentEd team, Project SEARCH, and the Living and Learning Enrichment Center are hosting a free virtual conversation on the business benefits of disability-inclusive hiring. Learn how to expand your talent pipeline, strengthen your workforce, and foster a more inclusive workplace: bit.ly/4gLpkrn #NDEAM
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Stability drives growth. 📈 Michigan businesses need a predictable environment to invest, expand, and create jobs. Proposal 1 would open the door to broad constitutional changes, creating uncertainty around policies that impact our economy. The Chamber encourages the business community to vote NO on 1 to protect stability and make Michigan a more business-friendly state. Learn what you need to know before you vote at: detroitchamber.com/vote-no-o…
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Like the rest of the world, the Detroit Region is experiencing an era of unprecedented innovation that comes at a dizzying pace — where change waits for no one. The future will reward the cities and regions that embrace the reality that what’s next is now. Hosted at The Department at Hudson’s, the 2027 Detroit Policy Conference will focus on efforts to move at the speed of change, collaborate, and secure a prosperous future for the Detroit Region. Register to attend: bit.ly/4i96pHq
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During the Detroit Regional Chamber’s October AI Office Hour, John K. Thompson, lecturer at the University of Michigan, discussed how generative AI can be used to support critical thinking rather than replace it. Presented in partnership with Michigan Online, the session focused on context engineering, AI adoption in the workplace, workforce preparedness, and how organizations can use AI tools while maintaining human oversight and judgment. Watch the full discussion: bit.ly/4s23PGz
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Where is the Detroit Region making progress in education and talent, and where do gaps remain? 🎓 🔍 On Thursday, Nov. 12, the Detroit Regional Chamber will unveil its seventh annual State of Education and Talent report, providing a snapshot of the trends, challenges and opportunities impacting the Detroit Region's talent pipeline. Register to attend this free virtual event: detroitchamber.com/education…
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As part of the Free Enterprise Express stop in Detroit, the U.S. Chamber’s Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer, Neil Bradley, and other senior staff toured Michigan Central and Newlab with the Michigan Chamber of Commerce's Jim Holcomb, Detroit Regional Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Sandy K. Baruah, and Chamber board member Lena Epstein. Watch their roundtable discussion on the importance of free enterprise at: detroitchamber.com/magic-of-…
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During our recent election webinar, Daniella Ballou-Aares, Chief Executive Officer of the Leadership Now Project, outlined actionable steps organizations can take ahead of the 2026 election, from engaging with local election officials to empowering employees with trusted, nonpartisan information. 🎥 Watch the full conversation: detroitchamber.com/2026-gene…
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The Detroit Regional Chamber congratulates Detroit Public Media, better known as @Detroit_PBS, on the start of construction for its new headquarters as the organization prepares to move from Wixom to the new Fred and Barbara Erb Public Media Campus in Detroit's historic Milwaukee Junction neighborhood. Detroit PBS has been a valued partner of the Chamber, helping elevate important conversations and stories across the Detroit Region, including the Chamber's Mackinac Policy Conference. Recap of the celebration: bit.ly/4hJuaUW
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