Detroiter back issues from March 2005:
He's beating the odds: Frank Taylor puts fine dining on the map in Detroit.(Interview)(Cover Story)
Mar 01, 2005; ... Opening a new restaurant is a risky venture. With at least half of all start-ups failing within two to three years, the statistics are daunting. So what kind of person does it take to open two restaurants in less than three years in a market that's not known for being overly friendly--and ...
10 great years: and the next 10 will be even more critical; A sincere thank you to the individuals and organizations that recognized this anniversary by supporting this issue of the Detroiter.(From the President)
Mar 01, 2005; ... It's been quite a decade and the Detroit Regional Chamber has seen many successes. But I can tell you, nothing you'll read about during my tenure happened alone. I have always believed that collaborations and partnerships are our greatest tool, and I brought that belief with me when I came ...
A decade of service: after 10 years at the helm of the Detroit Regional Chamber, Dick Blouse looks back on a record of achievement and ahead to an even stronger organization.(SALUTE TO DICK BLOUSE)
Mar 01, 2005; ... When he's asked to reflect on the past 10 years as president and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber, Dick Blouse is clearly uncomfortable taking personal credit for the organization's accomplishments. He's much more at ease talking about the collaborations and partnerships ...
Get deep discounts on your business supplies.(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Detroit Regional Chamber members receive the deepest discounts on over 300 of the most-ordered business supply items and discounts on all catalog items. Office Depot also offers Tech Depot Discount Program, Copy and Print Discount Program and Your Company Store Online for promotional ...
Ahoy! Ship for less.(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Detroit Regional Chamber members can save on shipments from letter to freight size at reduced rates. Options are available to meet any business's needs. Save up to 25 percent on overnight and international shipping with DHL * Low rates for deliveries to virtually ...
Here's the best deal around.(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... As a Detroit Regional Chamber member, you are eligible for Verizon Wireless's best deal by taking 5 percent off your non-promotional monthly rate plan or the current promotion. Members also save 25 percent on accessories for equipment. Visit your Verizon Wireless retail outlet or call ...
Credit where credit is due.(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... With the no-annual-fee Detroit Regional Chamber Platinum Plus[R] for Business credit card, you can: *** Simplify tax preparation and record keeping. *** Benefit from a flexible source of capital. *** Request additional cards for key employees at no charge, ...
Cut your phone costs.(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... LDMI offers Detroit Regional Chamber members a savings on local and long distance telephone service as well as Internet connectivity. In addition to LDMI's competitive rates, members enjoy an additional 5 percent off a range of products for both business and residential use. The ...
'An enormously valuable tool'.(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Every day you make decisions about your personal or business credit that affect your entire life. If you are applying for a personal or business loan, leasing a car, concerned about identity theft, been turned down for credit or simply curious--we encourage you to continuously verify the ...
Check out our Pinpointer software maps.(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... The Detroit Regional Chamber's Research and Information Center now has access to an industrial mapping CD-ROM offering valuable regional business information on: * Michigan's more than 8,800 industrial companies. * Databases/lists of business information. ...
Listen to the crack of the bat in style!(Chamber Products Services Events)
Mar 01, 2005 ... The Detroit Tigers' season is just around the corner and the Detroit Regional Chamber has the best seats in the house! Watching Ivan "Pudge" Rodriquez hit a home run is simply one more reason to choose Comerica Park for entertaining clients, colleagues, family and friends. Chamber members ...
Mark your calendar for these upcoming Chamber events.(Chamber Products Services Events)(Calendar)
Mar 01, 2005 ... International Consular Ball March 18 The Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn Stimulate your mind and soul with global sounds, cosmopolitan spirit and international cuisine at the Detroit Regional Chamber Foundation's International Consular Ball. Charles G ....
Transportation.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Urge Congressional action to reauthorize the Transportation Equity Act (TEA-21) at the $318 billion funding level passed by the U.S. Senate that would provide Michigan a 95 percent rate-of-return on highway funds. Continue to advocate for equity in funding between all modes, ...
Health care.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Support adequate and equitable funding for Medicare and Medicaid programs. Oppose the creation of federal Association Health Plan proposals that undermine existing state laws. Support incentives to employers that provide ...
Land use / development.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Support land use initiatives that focus on urban revitalization and efficient use of resources and infrastructure. Support ...
Environment.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Oppose efforts to mandate regulations that would increase costs on major water users. Support agreements between the Great Lakes Basin states and provinces that will prevent major ...
Telecommunications / technology.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Develop and advocate for policy that will maximize consumer choices in the telecommunications market. Support federal ...
State budget / taxes.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Support making the federal R & D tax credit permanent. Support re-starting the Single Business Tax phase-out. Support ...
Workforce.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Support public policy that enhances the Chamber's status as a "one-stop shop" for ...
Small business.(PUBLIC POLICY PRIORITIES)
Mar 01, 2005 ... Support exempting small businesses from paying the personal property tax. Support federal efforts to fund technical training and education programs for small manufacturers. Support reducing health-care ...