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Leading Groups to Culture Success Fuels DEI Expert’s Soul
Sandy Harvey grew up in the kind of environment that shapes the way she helps businesses foster their culture.
Policy Changes Expected to Influence U.S. Economy
With the election over, the policies of the incoming administration are expected to heavily influence the U.S. economy in 2025.
How Employers Can Address Shortfalls in Mental Health Benefits
It’s been hard to miss the impact of the worsening mental health crisis amidst snowballing news coverage of record high suicide rates (14.7 per 100,000 people), higher rates of anxiety among 43% of adults...
West Michigan Sports Commission Hires Barbara Benda as Director of Development
The West Michigan Sports Commission (WMSC) hired fundraising expert Barbara Benda to fill a new position as director of development. In this newly created position, Benda is focusing on supporting the $13.5 million expansion...
Plunkett Cooney promotes Flint attorney Stowers to firm partner
Plunkett Cooney, one of the Midwest’s oldest and most accomplished law firms, recently named Rhonda R. Stowers as the firm’s newest partner, effective Jan. 1.
A longtime member of Plunkett Cooney’s Flint office, Stowers maintains...
Dearborn Company Spreads Holiday Cheer, Charity
Toys, turkeys and seasonal traditions brought smiles and joy days before Christmas when a Dearborn-based business opened its doors to the public to spread kindness and lend a helping hand.
DQS Solutions & Staffing,...
Free Zoom Program for Caregivers Outlines New Power of Attorney Act
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. – Michigan’s adoption of a new Power of Attorney Act in July 2024 has led to more powers but also some limitations of previous power of attorney laws for those taking care...
Fed Official Says Rate Cuts Could Slow in 2025
With uncertainty about the U.S. economy lingering, at least one Federal Reserve official is signalling the Fed’s rate cuts may need to be slowed down.
Susan Collins, the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston President, said...
Job Openings Make Surprising Rise in November
The labor market may be cooling, but that doesn’t mean companies aren’t still looking for workers to fill jobs.
The Labor Department reported Tuesday that job openings rose to 8.1 million in November, the most...
GM Design Chief Retiring After 42 Years
General Motors announced that Michael Simcoe, senior vice president, GM Global Design, will retire after a 42-year career with the company, effective July 1.
Simcoe will be succeeded by Bryan Nesbitt, currently executive director, Global...
Busy Week Brings Variety of Economic Data Releases
Markets faced a busy week of important economic data releases, led by the monthly jobs report. Employers likely added jobs at a slower pace in December after increasing headcount solidly in the prior month....
U.S. Unemployment Claims Drop to Lowest Level in Nearly a Year
Anyone wondering about the health of the U.S. labor market may not have to look any farther than the number of U.S. applications for unemployment benefits.
That number dropped to its lowest total in almost...
TWG Motorsports, GM name Russ O’Blenes to Lead Cadillac Formula 1 Power Units Venture
TWG Motorsports and General Motors today announced the formation of GM Performance Power Units LLC, a new company that will put Cadillac on the path to being a “full works” team — building Formula...
Hybrid, Remote Work Schedules Present Challenges to Retail Businesses
The debate over remote or back-to-the-office work polices has changed how businesses schedule their workload and structure employee roles.
Report Provides In-Depth Look at Regional Talent Pool, Business Outlook
A report from The Right Place offers a roadmap for employers adapting to evolving talent trends, summarizing key strengths and areas for improvement.
GM, Ford Logged Sales Gains in ’24; Stellantis Fell Off
Two of Detroit's Big Three automakers -- GM and Ford -- had good sales years in 2024, while Stellantis struggled.
Youth/Amateur Sporting Events Generated Record $90.8 Million in Estimated Economic Impact for West Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The West Michigan Sports Commission (WMSC) reported today that youth/amateur sports tourism generated $90.8 million in estimated economic impact for the region in 2024 through 112 events – the highest...
Yeo & Yeo’s Auburn Hills, Bloomfield Hills Offices Combine and Relocate to Troy
SAGINAW, Mich.: Yeo & Yeo, a leading Michigan-based accounting and advisory firm, announces the relocation of its Southeast Michigan offices to a new location in Troy, Michigan. The professionals in Yeo & Yeo’s Auburn...
Whitmer Appoints Felsing to Eaton County Bench
LANSING, Mich. —Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Reid Felsing to 56A District Court in Eaton County.
“I am proud to appoint Reid Felsing to the bench in Eaton County,” Whitmer said. “With...
RE/MAX The Collective Agency Opens in Auburn Hills
RE/MAX of Southeastern Michigan announces the grand opening of RE/MAX The Collective Agency, now open at 2601 Cambridge Ct., suite 206, in Auburn Hills, Mich. Led by Broker/Owner Benjamin Lang, the new office brings...
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Leading Groups to Culture Success Fuels DEI Expert’s Soul
Sandy Harvey grew up in the kind of environment that shapes the way she helps businesses foster their culture.
Policy Changes Expected to Influence U.S. Economy
With the election over, the policies of the incoming administration are expected to heavily influence the U.S. economy in 2025.
