Detroiter back issues from September 2007:
A year in review: the results start now ... putting results into context.(Leadership)
Sep 01, 2007; ... With an organization as large as the Detroit Regional Chamber, there's a lot to keep track of in terms of the work it does for members, events it hosts and projects it's involved in. There's also a big picture at play: what the Chamber is working to do for the business climate in the ...
Progress through regional collaboration.(Leadership)
Sep 01, 2007; ... Taking the helm as chairman of the Chamber Board of Directors gives me an opportunity to help create positive change for the 23,000-plus businesses we represent across the Detroit Region. This leadership position gives me the chance to harness the momentum of this year's successful ...
Good news for members and the region.(Leadership)
Sep 01, 2007; ... As you go about your daily business, there is an all too common theme showing up in the media throughout Southeast Michigan. Everywhere you look, you seem to be encountered by words like "failing state of our economy" and "economic hardships." Although our region and our state may be ...
The much-maligned SBT; How the Chamber helped eliminate the Single Business Tax.(Government Relations)
Sep 01, 2007 ... During the 2006-2007 program year, the Detroit Regional Chamber worked diligently to eliminate and eventually replace the much-maligned Single Business Tax (SBT). At every step of this long, drawn out process, the Chamber's Tax Committee and staff worked with disparate parties to craft a ...
On our agenda; The chamber's government relations team works with business in mid-here are some of the issues that were on the 2006-2007 agenda.(Government Relations)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Consumer Protection House Bill 4217 would dramatically change Michigan law to open any state or federally regulated profession to possible lawsuits, including class action suits. After an onslaught of testimony opposing the legislation, the committee formed a workgroup to ...
Member committees Chamber members are getting involved in some of the region's most important decisions.(Government Relations)
Sep 01, 2007 ... The Detroit Regional Chamber's policy and advocacy efforts are a direct result of feedback from our members. Whether members keep up with our communications, contact our staff or participate directly in a policy committee, our priorities are driven by their input. Members in good standing ...
Picking the winners; The Chamber's Political Action Committee means business.(Government Relations)
Sep 01, 2007 ... With its active involvement in key races at the federal, state and local levels, the 2006-2007 program year will go into the record books as one of the most proactive periods for the Chamber's Political Action Committee (PAC). During the 2006 primary and general elections, the Chamber PAC ...
Cobo upgrade a test of regionalism?(Government Relations)
Sep 01, 2007; ... As we look back over this past program year in this edition of the Detroiter, it is easy to see there are many issues that carry over from year to year. The issue of regionalism is no exception. Can regionalism work in Southeast Michigan? This is the million-dollar question for ...
Entrepreneurs gathered for smart strategies to think big.(Small Business)(Conference notes)
Sep 01, 2007 ... With over 700 business owners, operators and managers, 60 business resource station providers and 25 expert speakers, the Chamber's 2006 Small Business Conference on November 9 at the Ford Conference & Exhibition Center was deemed a success. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Bringing innovation to business.(Small Business)
Sep 01, 2007 ... The Detroit Regional Chamber and Charter One Bank hosted a first-in-the region Entrepreneurship and Innovation Forum at the creative studios of the Parade Company that featured Josh Linkner, ePrize CEO and other local innovation experts. The forum explored how to create an entrepreneurial ...
New programs = more networking & learning for members in 2006.(Small Business)(Conference notes)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Some of their feedback: "Perfect for networking." "Sign me up for the next one." "I thought it was very effective." Speed dating for small business arrived in Detroit this fall as the Chamber began to offer 5-Minute Networking. This nationally acclaimed program takes the ...
New partnership helps members get Business on both sides of the bridge.(Small Business)(Windsor Chamber of Commerce )
Sep 01, 2007 ... In June the Chamber announced an unprecedented partnership with the Windsor Chamber of Commerce that allows members of both organization to add on a membership with the other organization at a discounted rate. This partnership is the first and only international chamber of ...
Small business successes for 2006-2007; The Chamber gives small businesses the tools they need.(Small Business)
Sep 01, 2007; ... The Small Business Advisory Council consists of a core group of volunteer small business leaders from across Southeast Michigan. The council gives direction for the Chamber's programming, produces and services that are geared toward small businesses. It also provides public policy ...
A new way to knock on our door.(Small Business)
Sep 01, 2007 ... In June 2007, the Chamber began making preparations for a new Member & Investor Relations Center in its downtown headquarters. Now open, our new Center is staffed by the Member Relations Team of customer service professionals who meet with members on a walk-in or appoinment basis. ...
Tired of the economy? get WIRED; Southeast Michigan feels the effects of a grant from the U.S. Labor Department.(Workforce & Education)
Sep 01, 2007 ... In 2006 the Detroit Regional Chamber spearheaded an effort to apply for federal funds to support the region's workforce development needs. The result was a $5 million Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development (WIRED) grant from the U.S. Department Labor, awarded in January ...
Click on Careers.(Workforce & Education)(www.ClickOnCareers.com)(Website overview)(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007 ... The Detroit Retgional Chamber heads ClickOnCareers.com, a program that was launched four years ago to connect the most progressive companies and training providers with the most qualified careerminded individuals, offering outstanding listings and superior services that help individuals ...
Window to the community.(Workforce & Education)
Sep 01, 2007 ... The Chamber contiues to arganize tours of local schools, thanks to a grant from the Skilman Foundation. The purpose of the visits ...
Meeting the students.(Workforce & Education)(Detroit Public School )(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007; ... As I entered the small room that local civic leaders were gathering in at Blackwell Institute, I was greeted by an eager Detroit Public School student. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "How do you do, young man?" I said to the boy dressed in a blue sport coat and a the dotted ...
Tuned in to education.(Workforce & Education)
Sep 01, 2007 ... As a follow up to a conversation started during the 2006 Mackinac Policy Conference, the Detroit Regional Chamber held a town hall meeting to showcase innovative and effective resources for preparing students to succeed in the 21st century and further the dialogue about the importance of a ...
Speaking up against the strike.(Workforce & Education)(Detroit Public Schools)(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Before the 2006-2007 school year, when Detroit Public Schools and the Detroit Federation of Teachers were in negotiations for a new contract, the Detrot Regional Chamber, a representative for nearly 23,000 job providers in Southeast Michigan, called on Detroit Public School teachers and ...
On the radar: the partnership makes the Detroit region the place to be.(Economic Development)
Sep 01, 2007; ... The Detroit Regional Economic Partnership covered a lot of ground over the last program year. One of our initiatives was to host site-selection consultants who advise national and international companies about business-location decisions. By explaining why the Detroit Region is the best ...
Looking back to move forward; A look at the 2007 Mackinac Policy Conference and what lies ahead.(Mackinac Policy Conference)
Sep 01, 2007; ... MACKINAC POLICY CONFERENCE How does a small business get access to big-name CEOs, government officials, policy makers and some of our region's best-known economic annually at the historic Grand Hotel, the Mackinac Policy Conference gathers Michigan's key business and political ...
According to the insiders ... the Detroiter asked some members of the '07 Mackinac Policy Conference Planning Committee their impressions of this year's conference.(Mackinac Policy Conference)(Leslie Banas of Honigman Miller schwartz and cohn, L.L.P. )(Conference news)
Sep 01, 2007 ... What stood out about this conference in comparison to past years? "Metrics were put in place and accountability factors established, so that when we come back next year. We can measure what has been accomplished." Brenda Schneider, first vice President, director of business and ...
Unveiled at the Conference One D action planning, regional branding and TV spots for the Detroit Convention and Visitors Bureau branding the region campaign.(Mackinac Policy Conference)(Conference news)
Sep 01, 2007 ... * Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan's new PPO plan. Healthy Blue Incentives, which promises low co-pays and deductibles for employees who strive to be healthy. The new product is similar to the HMO product, Healthy Blue Living, which was unveiled last fall by Blue Cross Shield and the ...
Take action: What Can Business do? Don't leave your enthusiasm at Mackinac.(Mackinac Policy Conference)
Sep 01, 2007; ... Many people leave the Mackinac Policy Conference empowered, but unsure what the next step is. It is obvious that change in the region will not come from business itself, but rather people. It's great to hear many of our state's leaders speak about the issues our region faces, but the ...
Influencing health care in the Region; the Chamber's programs and initiatives make health care more accessible.(Health Care)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Insurance Products Well before Healthy Blue Living was introduced to the public as a groundbreaking new option for insurance coverage that would save small businesses 10 percent on health care premiums, the Chamber was working to develop a health tare option that would cut down ...
Working together in harmony; The transformation of design Regional Detroit into one D.(Regionalism)(Column)
Sep 01, 2007; ... A year ago, I wrote in this magazine about the Design Regional Detroit initiative spearheaded by the Detroit Regional Chamber. I called it a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to develop the blueprint we need to re-envision our future." Forgive me for boasting, but those words ...
Now what? Chamber members have a stake in the redefined Detroit Region.(Regionalism)
Sep 01, 2007; ... It is impossible to overstate the importance of One D: Transforming Regional Detroit to every member of the Detroit Regional Chamber. Our successes in each of the five priority areas (see above) will have an impact on the success of your business, today and in the years to come. ...
Unlimited potential Leadership Detroit continues to be program of choice for emerging leaders.(Leadership Detroit)
Sep 01, 2007; ... For so many leaders in our region. Leadership Detroit (LD) has been a dynamic educational experience, bringing the region's best talent together to make our region a unique and exciting place to live. Through LD, graduates learn the tools and receive a broad context and insight into the ...
Tricks of the trade the PR Marketing Advisory Council helps the Chamber communicate.(Member Communication)
Sep 01, 2007; ... The communications business is changing quickly, in the Detroit Region and around the world. It is happening at a rapid pace, faster than most organizations can handle on their own. To plan for these changes successfully and be able move forward with programs that will continue to be ...
Reversing trends Fusion aims to stop brain drain in the datroit Region.(Fusion)(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Having identified a growing problem in the Detroit Region-brain drain-the Detroit Regional Chamber set out to develop a program that provides young professionals the tools and resources they "need to stay and prosper in the Detroit Region. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] That ...
Looking for more? Chamber members who are technologically savvy can get involved the Chamber committees, too.(Fusion)(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007 ... The Detriot Regional Chamber's Technology Advisory Panel provides guidance to the Chamber on technology legislative policy, federal and state regulatory issues and Chamber products and services that best serve the technology community. The panel also helps define how the Chamber should ...
Making news: the Chamber and its staff have something to show for the successful 2006-2007 program year.(Accomplishments & Recognition)(Conference news)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Chamber Awards Kaleidoscope of Culture award in the Education category (2006) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Alfred P. Sloan award for Workplace Flexibility (2007) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) award ...
Executive committee.(Leaders)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Chairman of the Board Dennis W. Archer Chairman of the Board Dickinson Wright, P.L.L.C. First Vice Chairman Daniel J. Loepp President & CEO Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Michigan Vice Chairman Lizabeth Ardisana Chief Executive Officer ...
Board of directors.(Leaders)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Barbara Allushuski World Wide Partner Mercer Human Resource Consulting, Inc. Brian Balasia President Digerati Solutions, Inc. Jeffrey D. Bergeron Office Managing Partner Ernst & Young ...
Board emeritus.(Leaders)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Randolph J. Agley Chairman of the Board Talon, L.L.C. William C. Brooks Chairman & CEO United American Healthcare Corp. Elizabeth Chappell President & CEO Detroit Economic Club ...
Detroit Regional chamber Executive management team.(Leaders)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Richard E. Blouse Jr., CCE President & CEO Tammy Carnrike, CCE Chief operating Officer Karen Belans Chief Financial Officer Thelma Castillo, CCE Executive Vice President, Regional Affairs ...
2006-2007 networking&marketing opportunities; The Chamber had a busy year, holding frequent events to engage members of all sizes, The following events would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors.(Sponsor Recognition)
Sep 01, 2007; ... "This is my 12th year attending the Mackinac Policy Conference, and what impressed me most about this year's agenda was the focus on idenontifying solutions to the issues facing Southeast Michigan. Anyone can identify problems, but leaders search for solutions. I attribute that focus on ...
Membership Report.(Report)(Brief article)(Statistical data)
Sep 01, 2007 ... <Pre> Member numbers At the close of fiscal 2007 23,021 At the close of fiscal 2006 22,751 Gain 1 percent By location Percent Oakland 44% Wayne23% Macomb 16% Washtenaw 1% St.Clair ...
Financial Report.(Financial report)(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007 ... <Pre> Where our dollars came from *DollarsPercentage Insurance and Other Products$7,805,844 47% Programs and Events 3,334,777 20% Membership Investment2,797,813 17% Detroit Regional Economic Partnership ...
On the roster: join us in welcoming these new members to the chamber. we encourage you to contact them for future business opportunities.
Sep 01, 2007 ... GOLD Johnson Controls, Inc. Marilyn K. Fine 507 E. Michigan St Milwaukee. Wl 53201-0423 (517) 203-3014 www.jci.com Johnson Controls is a leader in creating and managing healthcare environments that improve clinical, ...
Dickinson Wright, P.L.L.C.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Erin Lucas has joined Dickinson Wright P.L.L.C. as marketing manager. Her areas ...
Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss P.C.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Kevin Hirsch has joined Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss P.C. as an associate in the Firm's Litigation Practice Group. Paul ...
Dykema.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Dykema announces that Jong Ju Chang has joined the firm as an associate in its ...
Henry Ford Health System.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Bob Riney has been promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer for Henry Ford Health System from senior vice president and COO. The promotion reflects his expanded role, which has included ...
Maddin, Hauser, Wartell, Hoth & Heller, P.C.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Heller, P.C., a Southfield, Michigan-based law firm, has named Diana E. McBroom and associate ...
Miller Canfield.(New Hires & Promotions)(appointment of Kalman G. Goren, Kenneth J. Sachs and Elizabeth K. Needleman)(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007 ... The law firm of Miller Canfield announces that Kalman G. Goren and Kenneth J. Sachs have joined the firm as senior counsel and senior attoryney, respectively, in the Detroit ...
Henry Ford Medical Group.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Richard E. Smith, M.D. an obstetriciar/gynecologist with more than 27 years of experience with the Henry Ford Medical Group has been named service chief ...
Peoples State Bank.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Peoples State Bank announced the appointments of Jacquline K. Kane to vice president and cash management sales manager; R. Kevin ...
Comcast.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Comcast announced patrick Paterno has been named Regional Director of Communications for the company's Michigan Region ....
Construction Association of Michigan.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Derek Fratzke has joined the Construction Association of Michigan, Bloomfield Hills, as a membership sales representative in ...
Bianchi Public Relations, Inc.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Bianchi Public Relations, Inc. has promoted Jennifer L. Greenfelder ...
Bodman, L.L.P.(New Hires & Promotions)(Bodman, Longley and Dahling L.L.P. appoints Leon M. Schurgin, Jamas J. Vlasic and Mandy K. Turnbull)(Brief article)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Detroit-based law firm Bodman, L.L.P. has augmented its Real Estate and Litigation practices with the addition of four seasoned attorneys to its Troy office ....
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn, L.L.P.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Daniel J. Henry recently joined the Detroit-based law firm of Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn, ...
The PrivateBank-Michigan.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Ronald R. Duke, Courtney E. Kezlar-an, and Julie Penn have joined The PrivateBank-Michigan, a unit of PrivateBancorp, Inc ....
Detroit Skating Club.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Jerod Swallow is now director of skating for the Detroit Skating Club. Over the past eleven ...
National City.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Nicholas J. Lachapelle and Jeremy Garrett have been named vice presidents of corporate banking for National City in Southeastern Michigan. The Private Client Group at National City Corporation ...
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan has named Christopher B. Smith as program officer. In this new role, Smith will support grant-making activities of the ...
McGraw Wentworth.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... McGraw Wentworth of Troy, MI has appointed ...
The Ritz-Carlton.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Reva Bell was promoted to Chef De Cuisine of the Grill. The Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn's award-winning restaurant. Most recently Bell was Chef Garde ...
Wayne State University's.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Wayne State University's Division of Research has named Hilary Ratner, associate provost, dean of the Graduate School, director of international programs ...
Marx Layne & Company.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Marx Layne & Company has promoted Elaine Marquis, Zachary Walsh ...
Nemeth Burwell P.C.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Detroit employment law firm Nemeth Burwell, P.C ....
Public Relations Group.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... Elizabeth Scales has joined Franco Public Relations Group, a Detroit-based public ...
Pulse220.(New Hires & Promotions)
Sep 01, 2007 ... pulse220 has hired Alana Canvasser as program manager, Regina Colton as ...