Shake it up; And a stronger Michigan falls into place.(MACKINAC
POLICY CONFERENCE)(Brief article)
Michigan is in a state of evolution. This year, the Mackinac Policy
Conference is taking a look at the items driving policy and political
reform that will build a stronger Michigan-from alternative . . .
Green energy and investment in education: lead democratic
business initiatives.(V0TE4B1Z)
The future is bright for business and workers in Michigan with
Democrats leading the way through a challenging economic transformation.
Governor Granholm, Lt. Governor Cherry and Democrats in the . . .
Legislation for Michigan's economy; What your legislators
are doing to help.(VOTE4BIZ)
In this time of transition for the State of Michigan, it's
comforting to know the members of Michigan's Congressional
Delegation are working to revive our economy. Despite differing
political . . .
Lobbying for business; A day with the Detroit Regional
Chamber's government relations team.(VOTE4BIZ)
Wouldn't it be nice to have your own personal lobbyist? Well,
you do. In fact, you have a whole team.
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The Detroit Regional Chamber's government relations team . . .
Mackinac Island.(Following the Buzz)(Brief article)
Even it you can't make it up to Mackinac Island this summer,
you can still get a taste of what the island has to offer. Mejer
unveiled a special line of merchandise carrying the Grand Hotel name . . .
Worth more than just pennies: copper theft is devastating our
state.(VOTE4BIZ)
Imagine being a police officer and trying to catch a crook for
stealing something which no longer exists. Or imagine being an attorney
and trying to prosecute a case of theft in which there is no . . .
The republican party: what it means for Michigan
business.(VOTE4BIZ)
Senator John McCain, the next President of the United States, and
his vision of lower taxes, less wasteful spending and common-sense
regulation, are exactly what Michigan businesses need to lead us . . .
Your questions delivered to their desks; Chamber members ask
legislators what's on their minds.(VOTE4BIZ)
Jumana Judeh
President Judeh Associates, Inc.
When times get tough, small business owners take a pay cut,
downsize, work longer hours, cut expenses, cut vacations and develop a
short-and . . .
Wayne County.(Brief article)
Greetings,
It is once again an honor to be with everyone on Mackinac Island
for the annual Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce Leadership
Conference. Without question, these are unprecedented . . .
Up and coming: mark your calendar with these regional business
events.(MEMBERSHIP MATTERS)(Calendar)
June 6
International Branding: How to Avoid Being the Last to know
Presented by: Inforum Michigan This workshop will help those in
leadership positions create an effective . . .
How the visa issue affects business; H-1B visa unavailability
hurts Michigan employers.(VOTE4BIZ)
With an unemployment rate over 7 percent, employers in Michigan
should be able to hire skilled talent for job vacancies with great ease.
However, as Michigan experiences a dramatic exodus of both . . .
John McCain and the fall campaign.(VOTE4BIZ)
As of press time, Senator McCain has effectively clinched the
Republican nomination for president, while Barack Obama and Hillary
Clinton continue to vie for the Democratic nod. That's good . . .
The man behind the suit: a day in the shoes of Sebastian Wade,
vice president, Regional Affairs and manager of diversity initiat
Outside of his nameplate on the cubicle wall, walking through the
office you may never realize Sebastian Wade works for the Sebastian Wade
works for the Chamber. A strange thing to hear considering . . .
Detroit International.(Following the Buzz)
Don't miss the debut of the new and renewed riverfront during
Detroit International River Days June 22-27. The event aims to introduce
the site as a community gathering space, enable key corporate . . .
Foley & Lardner, L.L.P.(New Hires)(appointment of George W.
Ash)(Brief article)
Foley & Lardner, L.L.P. announced that George W. Ash has been
named chair of the firm's Regulated Industries. Ash will develop
the business and marketing strategies for the Regulated . . .
Case study: Grand Hotel takes action.(VOTE4BIZ)
Michigan's tourism industry faces a very serious threat this
summer that only quick action by Congress can remedy-a lack of enough
workers to fully staff operations.
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For . . .
Jumpstart: the Michigan House recently approved a three-part plan
to jumpstart our economy.(VOTE4BIZ)
Michigan needs forward-thinking energy reforms to provide
affordable electricity for residents and businesses and to attract the
kind of investment that will create more good-paying jobs and turn . . .
Driving policy change; AJAC'S role in protecting automotive
jobs.(WRONG WAY)
Last year the Detroit Regional Chamber formed the Automotive Jobs
Action Coalition (AJAC) with the purpose of influencing the debate on
raising Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards and . . .
P3ProSwing.(Following the Buzz)
All you need is a laptop computer and the space to swing a golf
club (without a bally) and the P3ProSwing helps you analyze and improve
your swing. Measurements include club speed, tempo, ball . . .
Shop FranklinCovey.(About your Benefits)(Brief article)
Whether you work at a small business or within a company that
employs thousands, the Detroit Regional Chamber's partnership with
FranklinCovery is a great opportunity for you and your team to . . .
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