March / April 2008

Man of Steel

Jim Farley has the toughest job in the auto industry: Putting Ford back in the forefront of consumers' minds.

By Paul Eisenstein

Meet the National Press

While trends show that news budgets and bureaus are steadily shrinking, Detroit, as it has for decades, remains a vibrant news town.

By Tom Beaman

Recession Proof?

In the wake of Pfizer’s distressing departure from Ann Arbor, a well-placed entrepreneurial Spark lit a fire under the resilient little college town and helped avoid an economic catastrophe.

By Fara Warner

Water Peace in Our Time?

An efficient and reliable water system is necessary for Metro Detroit to sustain long-term growth

By R.J. King

Tribal Knowledge

Rapid advances in 3-D technology and the willingness of automakers to share coveted designs of future models has been a boon to Detroit’s advertising and creative community.

By R.J. King

Pining for a Turnaround

A Farmington Hills builder and developer is betting that buyers will invest in new, discounted homes.

By R.J. King

Industrial Revolution

An Auburn Hills firm developed a system to create or repair machine parts around the world using an industrial laser and a satellite-guided computer.

The 'Buzz' Around Hollywood

Seeking real-estate opportunities out West, a Bingham Farms developer lands on Sunset Boulevard.

By R.J. King

Steve Jacobson

Senior Vice President and Director of Health Care, HKS Architects, Farmington Hills. The E-Interview.

The Broken Class

When a stroke strikes, it hits hard — and its victims are often left penniless and defenseless.

By Alan Fisk

The Horsepower Whisperer

Saleen Inc. in Troy has long delivered high-performance specialty vehicles for touring and racing enthusiasts, but more stringent environmental standards may jeopardize the company’s horsepower...

By Gary Witzenburg

Beauty on the Water

With its time-tested production methods, a fourth-generation custom mahogany boat-builder in Fair Haven, Mich. creates some of the world’s most luxurious watercraft.

By R.J. King