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APACC Event Promotes East-West Supplier Diversity Connections

For two decades, the Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce has brought people in the supplier diversity space together in an effort to make connections.

Learning Patience Key to Success for Helping Hand Non-Profit

Bill Dwyer didn't have much experience working with people with disabilities before he got involved in the nonprofit world. His patience has paid off for Helping Hand.

Emotions a Big Part of Leadership, Executive Coach Says

Learning about emotional intelligence was a "game changer," professional executive coach says.

Displaced Military Museum Gets New Home to Preserve State’s History

The Detroit Arsenal of Democracy Museum lost its home, then watched as a Detroit business rode to the rescue.

Inforum Releases Women Leadership Data Trends

A study commissioned by Inforum Michigan shows women are making progress in reaching C-Suites and boards of directors in Michigan's public companies.

Detroit Athletic Club Set for $11 Million Renovation

An $11 million project at the Detroit Athletic Club will renovate overnight rooms and modernize the club's kitchen.

Grand Rapids Art Museum Appoints New Board Members

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Grand Rapids Art Museum announced the recent election of four new members to its board of trustees. The board appointments include Jeff Gurney, Alfield Reeves, and...

Florine Mark, Former Weight Watchers President, Dies at 90

Florine Mark, the former president of the Weight Watchers Group, died early Friday morning, her family confirmed to multiple media outlets. No cause of death has been announced. Mark was...

Parade Company Targets Iconic Brodhead Armory as New Headquarters

In search of a new home and establishing new and improved roots, The Parade Company is fundraising in its quest to purchase the Brodhead Armory.

APACC’s ‘Blood of the Dragon’ Raises $25,000

The Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce fundraiser, "Blood of the Dragon," provided networking opportunities and supported Asian-American businesses to the tune of $25,000.

Steelcase Foundation Invests $500,000 in New Community Transformation Fund

The Grand Rapids-based New Community Transformation Fund has raised nearly $12 million after a $500,000 donation from Steelcase Foundation.

FEMA, FCC Plan Nationwide Alert System Test Wednesday

Cell phones, TVs and radios will all blast a test of the emergency alert system being conducted by FEMA and the FCC Wednesday.

Matrix Human Services Celebrates Head Start Expansion at Infinity I Location

DETROIT – Matrix Human Services, a leading community organization committed to educational excellence and community development, announced the official ribbon-cutting of its newly remodeled Infinity I Head Start. Officials invite...

Better Employee Engagement the Key to Increase in Productivity

A more-engaged workforce is the key to maintaining success for businesses, according to a business culture coach.

Patty Isacson Sabee Chosen as Detroit Opera’s New President, CEO

DETROIT — The board and trustees of Detroit Opera announced that Patty Isacson Sabee will be the organization’s next president and CEO. When she begins her new position on Jan....

Gilchrist Named Chair-Elect of National Lieutenant Governors Association

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II was elected by his peers as chair-elect of the National Lieutenant Governors Association. NLGA is the bipartisan professional association supporting...

Better Made Snack Foods Celebrates 93rd Anniversary

DETROIT -- Better Made Snack Foods – one of Michigan’s best-known iconic brand names –launched its 93rd anniversary celebration Tuesday leading up to National Potato Day, Saturday, Aug. 19. The...

Honigman Co-Founder Alan Schwartz Dies at 97

Alan Schwartz,, who founded the Detroit-based legal firm Honigman LLP, died Thursday at the age of 97.

Ceremony Honors Chicago’s Best, Brightest Companies To Work For

Corp! Magazine recognized more than 120 businesses as the Chicago area's Best and Brightest Companies To Work For.

Matrix’s ‘313 in the D’ Tops $80,000 Fundraising Goal

After last week's 313 in the D event, Matrix Human Services has now raised more than $650,000 in 10 years with its primary fundraiser.
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