Dec. 22, 2020 The Detroit News Sarah Rahal As doctors and health officials celebrate the long-awaited arrival of the coronavirus vaccine, there’s a divide among Black Americans, especially in the hard-hit city of Detroit, with many saying they are skeptical …
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The Detroit News: Business Must Back Massive Vaccination Campaign
Dec. 19, 2020 The Detroit News A COVID-19 vaccine will only lead us out of this devastating pandemic if a broad majority of Americans get vaccinated. That’s an obvious observation, but also cause for serious alarm. The miracle of the fast-track …
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The DDP launched the Downtown Engagement Survey 3.0 Report to find out peoples’ comfort levels in relation to Downtown activities and to determine the needs of Downtown businesses going into the winter months. The Downtown …
Continue ReadingNews Coverage: Chamber COVID-19 Priorities Poll
The Detroit News: Michigan voters back virus vaccinations, Whitmer pandemic measures, poll finds Crain’s Detroit Business: Detroit Chamber poll: Voters support mask mandate, want action on saving small businesses Click on Detroit: Survey: Michigan voters favor Whitmer while many believe COVID …
Continue ReadingDetroit Is It: Detroit Regional Chamber and General Motors Announce NeighborHUB Grant Winners
Dec. 14, 2020 Detroit Is It By John Bozick With COVID-19, election madness, and economic woes, it’s important to remember some of the happier matters taking place in Detroit. One instance is the awarding of “NeighborHUB” grants, PPE and other …
Continue ReadingCommentary: United we stand for talent, for equity, for Detroit
Dec. 13, 2020 – Crain’s Detroit Business
Now, perhaps more than ever, is the time to remember that there is a lot more that unites us than divides us. Thriving households, strong businesses, and safe neighborhoods are things we all aspire for. We share a common vision and a common fate. And even though today’s political climate may suggest otherwise, we even share common agendas.
Continue ReadingDoug Rothwell: Helped to improve Michigan’s economic climate
Dec. 3, 2020 – The Detroit News
“He is not only a trusted partner and friend to me and others,” he said. “He is a valued counselor to senior members of the business community. He’s been a trusted adviser and counselor to senior elected officials. He’s got a wealth of experience and perspective and judgment that I value greatly.
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