Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson recently shared updates on services: Offering more convenient and efficient service than ever before in department history. Office visits now take on average just 20 minutes. Residents can schedule ahead at Michigan.gov/SOS, by calling 888-SOS-MICH, or by stopping …
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Detroit Regional Chamber Statement on the Passing of Carl Levin, Michigan’s Longest-Serving Senator
Detroit Regional Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Sandy K. Baruah issued a on the passing of Carl Levin, Michigan’s longest-serving Senator.
Continue ReadingChamber Presents Poll Findings to Rep. Stevens and Municipal Leaders
Brad Williams, vice president of government relations for the Detroit Regional Chamber, presented findings from the Chamber’s May Michigan Priorities Poll to U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI 11), and municipal leaders from her district, which encompasses parts of Oakland and Wayne …
Continue ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber Political Action Committee Announces Endorsements for Detroit City Council Primaries
DETROIT (July 28, 2021) – The Detroit Regional Chamber Political Action Committee (PAC) today announced its endorsement of Detroit City Council candidates in advance of the Aug. 3 primary elections. “Collaborative and thoughtful leadership on the City Council that works …
Continue ReadingJoint Statement from Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce (WERCC), Detroit Regional Chamber (DRC), and Canada-U.S. Business Association (CUSBA)
DETROIT (July 26, 2021) – Detroit Regional Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Sandy K. Baruah joined Rakesh Naidu, president and chief executive officer of the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Mark High president of the Canada-United States Business Association, in a …
Continue ReadingA Crisis Like No Other: Rising to the Challenge Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
Through a year marked by unprecedented crisis and uncertainty, the Detroit Regional Chamber stepped up and responded quickly to the needs of its members and the broader regional business community. The Chamber team shifted gears to become a leading resource …
Continue ReadingMichigan Makes Dramatic Improvement in Top States for Business Rankings
In CNBC’s Top States for Business annual ranking, Michigan improved 13 spots from 2019, to move up to 11th. The jump in the rankings was driven by high scores in the categories of technology and innovation, cost of living, and cost of doing business.
Continue ReadingMI Shot to Win Is Chance for the State to Make Progress on COVID-19 Vaccinations
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Meijer created the MI Shot to Win program, which is giving away $5 million in cash prizes and college scholarships. The sweepstakes is designed to incentivize Michiganders to get inoculated as soon as possible during the summer months, when cases are low.
Continue ReadingSBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Southeast Michigan Affected by Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes
Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration are available to businesses and residents in Michigan following the announcement of a Presidential disaster declaration due to severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes from June 25-26, 2021.
Continue ReadingPresident Biden Declares Disaster in Michigan Following June Flooding
On Thursday, July 15, President Joe Biden declared a disaster in the state of Michigan following a major flooding event in June, which provides a pathway for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to assist with recovery and relief efforts. Biden …
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