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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Detroit Regional Chamber Statement on Congress Passing a Coronavirus Relief
View a statement from the Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy K. Baruah regarding Congress passing a Coronavirus relief package Sunday, Dec. 20.
Continue ReadingThe 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 …
Continue ReadingData from Detroit Downtown Partnership
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 ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber Statement On Latest ‘Pause To Save Lives’ Update
View a statement fom Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy K. Baruah regarding updates to the Pause to Save Lives provided by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in a press conference Friday, Dec. 28. Learn more about the latest changes.
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 Regional Chamber Statement on the Passing of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon
View a statement from Chamber President and CEO Sandy K. Baruah on the passing of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon.
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 ReadingNew Survey Reveals Statewide Opinions on COVID-19 Economic Impact, Business Priorities, Vaccine, and Government Action
DETROIT (Dec. 15, 2020) – Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber released the findings from a new statewide poll of registered voters in Michigan that provides insight and data on how Michiganders have reacted to the ongoing dual public health and …
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