November 2008

Made In Michigan

After years of globalization, Michigan’s once-dominant manufacturing industry couldn’t compete with countries offering lower wages, minimal labor interference, And cheap energy.

By Fara Warner

Water World

How a $26-billion plan to revitalize Michigan and the Great Lakes ‘Freshwater Coast’ could lead to $100 billion in economic development

By Tom Beaman

The Next Cobo Center

The city should take a conservative approach in expanding cobo center to maximize its investment and keep the North American International Auto Show.

By R.J. King

The Music Man

Bloomfield Hills composer Joseph LoDuca sounds all the right notes.

By Lisa Brody

The Pressure Cooker

Veteran golfers feel the heat when The Golf Channel cranks up the stress meter at a Northern Michigan resort.

By Norm Sinclair

In the Interim

Detroit Mayor Ken Cockrel Jr. brings a wealth of integrity to his new position.

By R.J. King

Showstopper

Jeff Bouchard taps his successful musical career to score top talent for auto shows and corporate events.

By Michelle Martin

Mary J. Lore

Founder and CEO, Managing Thought LLC, W. Bloomfield Township

The Medicine Man

Widely Regarded as the father of Lipitor, Roger Newton is back at the helm of life-sciences company Esperion Therapeutics. His Mission: develop new drugs to stave off heart attacks and strokes.

By Candace Stuart

The Fatigue Factor

A relatively new muscle malady, fibromyalgia is no figment of the imagination. Here’s how some Michigan doctors are helping prevent it from becoming a fixture in the workplace.

By Lisa Brody

The Experimental Residence

Designing a home for work and relaxation isn't easy, especially for a pair of entrepreneurs overseeing a fast-growing textile business

By R.J. King