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Intern in Michigan finds champions on Mackinac.(FROM THE PRESIDENT)(Conference news)
Intern In Michigan is a new initiative that uses technology to match students and employers based on common skills, interests and needs within internship experiences across the state. This program w . . .

Canine to five.(Entrepreneurial Spotlight)
Where do you get your inspiration for creativity? From everything around me, whether it is a walk on the Dequindre Cut that sparks an idea or another Detroit business' logo that I find effective. . . .

Recruiting in a down market: make the economy work for you.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
In this difficult economy, companies are doing everything they can to cut costs. One of the first casualties is often their college recruitment program, in fact, a recent survey conducted by the Nat . . .

Book to school? Leveraging higher education to get an edge in a down economy.
Looking for that golden ticket to move up the corporate food chain or just a little something to hone your skills and bring your business know-how up to speed with new trends and technology? In a tu . . .

Five on the rise: the chamber salutes these up-and-coming businesses.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
In an effort to help promote small businesses in the Detroit area and provide valuable exposure for five companies doing exceptional work to help improve our local economy, the Detroit Regional Cham . . .

What's it take to get to Canada these days? Changing laws need not make it difficult to do business across the border.
The "Know Before You Go" is just one of several campaigns by U.S. Customs ft Border Patrol (CBP) to educate travelers that U.S. land border crossing requirements have changed. On June 1, 2009 - the . . .

State budget: is this deja vu all over again?
General Tax increases? Legislative stalemates? The Legislature in session for weeks at a time? That is so 2007. Or at least those who make their living around the State Capitol in Lansing hope that . . .

Tax reform: panacea or distraction?(VOTE4BIZ)
After completely replacing that state's main business tax in 2007, is Michigan prepared to take another serious look at its tax structure? Some in the Legislature think now is the time to radically . . .

The business case for transit: business and philanthropic efforts pair to move forward on mass transit in the region.(VOTE4BIZ)
Aplan to construct a 13-station high-speed rail system in central Detroit along Woodward Avenue could be less than two years from reality. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] That is one project that is part . . .

Not dead yet: retail and commercial real estate development sector employs new tactics for success in our region.(FEATURE)
Despite the economy, there are new developments in our region. There are even success stories - but the people who are telling them are employing different strategies than what's worked on auto pilo . . .

Bringing retail back downtown: the Shops in the Kresge Building invoke the past to move the city forward with 50 new retailers.(
Closed since 1982, the Kresge Building, located at 1201 Woodward Ave. has been revamped and is reopening its doors to the public. Once home to the Kmart Corporation and 85 stores selling goods to th . . .

Global business exchange: chamber members provide fellowships to women from the Arab world.(REGIONAL AFFAIRS)
Twelve chamber members recently had the chance to host 19 women from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), thanks lo a partnership between the Detroit Regional Chamber, the University of Michigan . . .

Understanding severance packages: we hope you don't ever need it, but here's how to equip yourself for some bad news.(HOW DO I)
You have been a trusted employee for years, perhaps even working your way up to management or the executive team. One day you are called into the conference room for a "meeting" where you and only t . . .

YP engagement in the political process: Fusion members got to interact with legislators during the Mackinac Policy Conference.
Young professionals might sometimes feel intimidated having discussions with political figures, but that certainly doesn't describe the group of young professionals who participated in the Fusion tr . . .

On the roster: join us in welcoming these new members to the Chamber. We encourage you to contact them for future business oppor
SILVER Atlas Oil Company David Barnes 24501 Ecorse Road Taylor, MI 48180-1641 (313)292-5500 www.atlasoil.com Atlas Oil Company is a premier national distributor of petroleum products a . . .

Warner Norcross & Judd LLP.(Awards and Achievements)
Two partners in the Southfield office of Warner Norcross & Judd LLP have been recognized as leading Michigan attorneys by Chambers USA 2009. Mary Jo Larson and Lisa B. Zimmer were among 11 attorneys . . .

Secure-24.(Awards and Achievements)
Secure-24 announced that company CEO Matthias Horch has been named a finalist in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, Central Great Lakes Region. The award honors outstanding entrepren . . .

The Wayne State University College of Nursing.(Awards and Achievements)
The Wayne State University College of Nursing has been awarded nearly $2 million in grants related to initiatives aimed at alleviating the state's nursing shortage. Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm i . . .

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Wayne State University.(Awards and Achievements)
Sergei Voloshin, professor of physics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Wayne State University, has been named a fellow of the American Physical Society. The society's fellowship progra . . .

Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3).(Awards and Achievements)
Cynthia J. Pasky, founder, president and CEO of the Detroit-based global IT services firm Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) has been named an Enterprising Women of the Year by Women Impacting Public . . .

Dickinson Wright.(Awards and Achievements)
Dickinson Wright member and Chairman, Dennis W. Archer, and Dickinson Wright member and President of the State Bar of Michigan, Edward H. Pappas, were named 2009 Leaders in the Law by Michigan Lawye . . .

Four Bodman LLP.(Awards and Achievements)
Four Bodman LLP attorneys are included in a listing of the nation's leading construction, real estate and environmental law specialists in the May/June 2009 Corporate Counsel Edition of Super Lawyer . . .

Bodman LLP.(Awards and Achievements)(American Bar Association )(Brief article)
The American Bar Association has recognized Detroit-based business law firm Bodman LLP as a "Law Office Climate Challenge Partner" for adopting best practices for office paper management. The Law Of . . .

Automation Alley.(Awards and Achievements)
Automation Alley announced that it is now accepting nominations for its upcoming Ninth Annual Awards Gala on Friday, September 25 at the Roostertail in Detroit. This year, Automation Alley will cele . . .

ZenaComp Incorporated.(Awards and Achievements)(Brief article)
ZenaComp Incorporated, an industry-leading provider of computer network management and database development, is pleased to announce its 20th anniversary in 2009. ZenaComp Incorporated began with onl . . .

BDO Seidman, LLP.(Awards and Achievements)
The Grand Rapids office of BDO Seidman, LLP, one of the nation's leading accounting and consulting firms, announced that for the fifth consecutive year, it has been named to the Michigan Business & . . .

Dykema.(Awards and Achievements)(Dykema Gossett P.L.L.C.)(Brief article)
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announces that Corporate Board Member Magazine recently released the results of the 9th annual Corporate Board Member/FTI Consulting Survey and Dykema was voted . . .

Butzel Long.(Expansions and Acquisitions)(partnership with Tighe Patton Armstrong Teasdale PLLC)(Brief article)
Butzel Long has entered into a new venture that broadens its resources in the Washington, D.C. market. The Detroit-based law firm with offices throughout Michigan, in New York, Florida and Washingto . . .

Qualis Corporation.(Expansions and Acquisitions)(business expansion)(Brief article)
Qualis Corporation held a grand opening ceremony for a new office in Warren, Michigan. Qualis Corporation, a high technology business providing technical services to both commercial and Government c . . .

Plunkett Cooney.(Expansions and Acquisitions)(Brief article)
Plunkett Cooney, one of the Midwest's oldest and largest law firms, recently expanded its Kalamazoo office with the addition of two senior banking attorneys, Joseph M. Ammar and Daniel L. Conklin. A . . .

Hennessey Capital LLC.(Expansions and Acquisitions)(Brief article)
Hennessey Capital LLC, a Michigan-based specialty finance company providing working capital to small and mid-sized businesses, announces it has completed a financing transaction with Glendale, Arizo . . .

Lovio george / communications + design.(Expansions and Acquisitions)(Brief article)
Christina Lovio-George, president and ceo of lovio george | communications + design, is pleased to announce that her agency has developed a new brand identity, and launched a new agency web site. Th . . .

Southfield-based Maddin, Hauser, Wartell, Roth & Heller P.C.(Expansions and Acquisitions)(Inforum)(Brief article)
George V. Cassar, Jr., shareholder at Southfield-based Maddin, Hauser, Wartell, Roth & Heller P.C., has been selected by Inforum to serve on its Finance Committee. Inforum is a more than 2,000 membe . . .

Specs Howard School.(Expansions and Acquisitions)
Specs Howard School announced it is opening a new training facility "Specs Howard On Location" at the Studio Center motion picture production complex in Farmington Hills. Specs Howard's initial work . . .

Community 1st development.(Community Outreach)
Community 1st Development, a real estate company focused on urban residential development, neighborhood rehabilitation, "green built" homes and commercial redevelopment, chose Tanner Friedman to pro . . .

American Heart Association's.(Community Outreach)(Brief article)
An estimated 12,000 Michigan residents participated in the American Heart Association's (BRONZE) Start! Heart Walk at the Southfield Municipal Complex raising over a million for cardiovascular resea . . .

Following the buzz: the latest people, events, places, gadgets and things that have Southeast Michigan's business community buzz
* Is your boss a Terrible Office Tyrant - a TOT - who can revert to a helpless toddler, or worse, a tantrum-prone bully? TOTs are everywhere, but don't panic! TOT taming guru Lynn Taylor is here to . . .

Up and coming: mark your calendar with these regional business events.(MEMBERSHIP MATTERS)(Calendar)
Jul. 9 * Rockin' on the River Membership Reception The Roostertail 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: Free to attend for members Business Builder or above Join us at the Roostertail, Detroit's premie . . .

Managed IT Services does your business need them?(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
Managed IT services is rapidly becoming one of the hottest solutions in business today because it dramatically improves an organization's profitability, frees up internal resources and offers a uniq . . .

Survive the Economic Crunch with e-marketing: reach clients and save money with email and web tactics.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
If you own and operate a small business today, your biggest challenge is building and retaining a client base. Traditional methods such as newspaper advertising, print and local television are costl . . .

How other chamber members use e-marketing.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
Anita Mitzel President, GraphiColor Exhibits We have been sending out monthly newsletters for about a year and a half. We use an affordable web-based e-mail marketing software program to minimiz . . .

Don't commit these email crimes.
1) Incorrectly linking to URLs. Instead of typing www.informz.com in your email, type Informz and then hyperlink just that word to the Web site. This will help your deliverability since spam filte . . .

Find your niche: Your everyday office provides plenty of business opportunity.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
Gift stores and boutiques can generate more revenue by creating "send to work" specials. IT service providers, computer repair services and computer retail stores can all benefit from the amount o . . .

Entrepreneurial spotlight.(SMALL BIZ BEAT)
Walter Bender Tim Hortons Location Millender Center and Van Dyke & 9 Mile What do you do? I own and operate two Tim Hortons locations in the Detroit Region Why Tim Hortons? The passion sta . . .

Chamber leads federal policy effort: partnership between the federal government and the Great Lakes states to provide an immedia
The Great Lakes region is the world's most important economic engine, covering all or parts of twelve states and two Canadian provinces. Indeed, it is the second largest economy in the world, the cr . . .

The race is on: Detroit voters choose a mayor May 5. Which is the best for business?
Why should the Detroit region's business community support your candidacy for mayor? I have supported the growth of various kinds businesses in Detroit during my entire tenure as a public official . . .

A no-win situation: the Card Check bill would allow the federal government to set wages, benefits, and work rules in a wide vari
By now, many people know that the so-called Employee Free Choice Act - also known as "Card Check" - would strip workers of the protection of a secret ballot vote in union organizing elections. This . . .

Global economic transformation: May is World Trade Month - start thinking globally.(World Trader Preview)
International trade is vital to our region's economic transformation. To continue the chamber's long-standing tradition of paying honor to the Consular Corps of Detroit and recognizing a World Trade . . .

Thoughts from a global perspective; Yousif B. Ghafari reflects on term as U.S. Ambassador to Slovenia.(World Trader Preview)(Com
Yousif Ghafari is a well-traveled and well-versed man. Born in Lebanon, Ghafari immigrated to the United States in the early '70s and founded his business, GHAFARI Companies, in 1982. What started a . . .

Editor's correction.(Correction notice)
The March Detroiter article on Yousif Ghafari did not specify that he had to gave up his seat on the Board of Trustees at the College of Creative Studies and his seat on the Board of Directors at th . . .