Breast Cancer Survivors to be Celebrated at Comerica Park on June 8
The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, in partnership with the Detroit Tigers and McLaren Health Care, will continue the tradition of Pink Out the Park during the June 8 game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Comerica Park.
Breast cancer survivors will take part in a special pre-game ceremony on the field, with the first pitch scheduled for 4:10 p.m.
Comerica Park gates will open at 2:30 p.m. When fans walk in, they’ll see the concourse decorated in a wave of pink and hear the music of a live band playing classic hits in the Big Cat Court. Karmanos will have information about breast cancer screenings, opportunities to donate to breast cancer research, and “I wear pink for” recognition cards for fans to fill in a name to honor a breast cancer survivor or those they may have lost to the disease.
The first 15,000 fans will receive a “Pink Out the Park” Tigers jersey with “Strike Out Breast Cancer” in cursive letters on the collar. The jersey is available in sizes for the whole family. Fans who purchase the special “Pink Out the Park” ticket package will receive Tigers game tickets on June 8, a Pink Out the Park Getaway Bag (available for pickup at the Group Sales Kiosk at Section 332 on game day) and a $5 donation to Karmanos. Visit tigers.com/pink to purchase tickets.
HG Automation in Grand Rapids Acquires Lake Orion’s Treva Automation
HG Automation in Grand Rapids has acquired Treva Automation in Lake Orion.
Treva Automation, founded in 2008, offers controls applications, mechanical design and build, software development, and integration services for automated solutions. Dave London, former owner, will maintain an ownership interest in Treva going forward.
“I have been very fortunate to work with a great team and it has been a wonderful experience owning Treva for the past 16 years,” London says. “This acquisition will allow us to continue growing while maintaining the culture and identity we have established.”
M/I Homes Opens New Residential Community Opens in Belleville
M/I Homes is opening its newest Detroit area community, Cobblestone Creek Woodlands (48509 Shagbark Lane) in Van Buren Township, from 1-4 p.m. Saturday.
Guests will have the opportunity to get a first look at available homesites and quick move-In homes; tour the new Brooklyn model home; and speak with a new home consultant to learn more about the community, available home features, and M/I’s financing options that ease stress for homebuyers.
Cobblestone will bring 68 new homesites to Belleville, featuring five floorplans ranging from 1,858 to 2,733 square feet starting in the high $300,000s. The community is close to major commuter thoroughfares along I-94 and I-275, and downtown Belleville.
Century Complete Now Selling New Homes in Newport
Century Communities Inc. revealed that its Century Complete brand is now selling new homes in Newport at Newport Creek, north of Monroe.
Starting from the mid $300,000s, homes at Newport Creek feature two-story floor plans with modern open-concept layouts, offering four bedrooms, basements, and more. The neighborhood is about 30 miles from downtown Detroit and Toledo, with access to Metro Airport outdoor destinations like William C. Sterling State Park and Lake Erie Metropark.
Learn more and view available homes here.
Walsh College in Troy Adds Five New Doctoral Degrees
Walsh College in Troy has added five new doctoral degree programs, including a Doctor of Business Administration in Accounting, a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, and three Ph.D.’s in Technology with concentrations in AI and Machine Learning, Data Analytics, and Cybersecurity.
“The introduction of these new doctoral degrees marks a significant milestone for Walsh College,” says Dave Schippers, dean of academics at Walsh. “These programs will provide our students with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to lead in the ever-evolving fields of business and technology. Our commitment to excellence and innovation remains unwavering, and we are excited to see how these new degrees will impact the future of our students and the industries they will serve.”
Doctor of Business Administration with Concentration in Accounting: The program continues the college’s 100-plus year history of delivering premium education that prepares students to meet the rigors and challenges of the accounting field. The DBA in accounting is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their expertise in accounting principles and practices.
PhD in Organizational Leadership: The program will equip students with the skills and insights to shape the future of organizations and lead transformative change.
PhD in Technology with Concentration in AI and Machine Learning: The program is tailored for professionals seeking to lead technological innovation and harness the transformative power of AI and machine learning in various industries.
PhD in Technology with Concentration in Data Analytics: The program is designed for driven professionals, who are eager to become pioneers in harnessing data to drive innovation and strategic decision-making across industries.
PhD in Technology with Concentration in Cybersecurity: The program equips students with advanced knowledge in cybersecurity but also with strategic insights to lead in protecting digital assets and infrastructure in an interconnected evolving business world.
“We are excited to offer these new doctoral programs that align with industry trends and demands,” says Suzy Siegle, president of Walsh College. “Our faculty and curriculum deliver high-quality and market-aligned education to equip our next generation of business and technology leaders with the tools they need to succeed.”
Rehmann Named Top Company to Work for in West Michigan, Metro Detroit
Rehmann, a fully integrated professional advisory firm in Troy, has been named a 2024 winner for both West Michigan’s and Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For by The National Association for Business Resources. This marks Rehmann’s 22nd year receiving the recognition.
“At Rehmann, we prioritize creating an accepting and positive environment for our associates. Receiving this award proves that our put people first mindset and methods produce healthy results firmwide,” says Scott Bonacorsi, chief human resources officer at Rehmann. “The success we see as a firm is directly related to our extraordinary associates who provide exceptional services to our clients.”
Learn more about Rehmann’s services, visit rehmann.com.
Survey: 20% of Small Business Owners Say They’re Undecided in ‘24 Election
During National Small Business Week, new survey data from Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices shows small business owners are watching this year’s election closely with 96 percent saying they will definitely or probably vote in November. Notably, however, 20 percent of small business owners say they’re undecided on who they will support for President, compared to just 12 percent of the general public declaring themselves undecided in recent public polls.
Further, small business owners do not feel candidates for president are talking enough about small business issues. Fifty-five percent say they’re dissatisfied with the way candidates have been addressing small business issues, with 27 percent saying they are satisfied. Small business owners do not believe the following issues are being sufficiently addressed by candidates:
- Inflationary pressures (73 percent)
- Small business tax policy (72 percent)
- Regulatory burden on small businesses (70 percent)
- Access to affordable capital (66 percent)
- Workforce training (59 percent).
Nearly 80 percent 78 percent) said a candidate’s small business policy position is an important factor as they decide how to vote in the 2024 elections.
Additional findings from the survey include that small business owners across the country are reporting significant inflationary impacts on the costs of doing business. Compared to just three months ago, 71 percent say inflationary pressures have increased on their businesses and 49 percent say they’ve had to raise the prices on their goods or services over that period.
According to the survey, small business owners say the rising costs of the following items are having a significant impact on their cost of doing business:
- Rising cost of labor (81 percent)
- Increasing cost of commercial insurance (68 percent)
- Rising cost of goods and inputs (67 percent)
- Increasing costs related to employee benefits and health insurance (63 percent)
- Rising cost of accessing capital (57 percent)
- Increasing cost of rent (48 percent)
For more information on the survey, visit here.
Rocket Community Fund Invests $320K in Black Tech Saturdays
The Detroit-based Rocket Community Fund announced a $320,000 investment in Black Tech Saturdays (BTS) during the AI Explained Detroit event conducted at The Icon.
The partnership aims to empower Detroit’s nonprofits, small businesses, and underserved communities through technology, specifically focusing on generative AI’s potential for positive impact.
The investment will fuel Rocket Community Fund’s comprehensive Changing the Course: Bridging Digital Divides campaign, a multi-faceted effort to tackle digital inequities in Detroit through community engagement, storytelling, resource access, advocacy, and infrastructure.
Reflecting RCF’s commitment to bridging Detroit’s digital divide, the investment empowers Black Tech Saturdays, a trusted and impactful organization in the community.
With the grant, RCF is directly addressing critical issues like:
Digital Inclusion: Ensuring all Detroiters have the tools and skills to participate in the digital economy.
Economic Opportunity: Leveraging technology to create pathways for growth and success for small businesses and nonprofits.
Community Empowerment: Fostering a sense of ownership and agency over technology within Detroit’s neighborhoods.
McLaren Marks 15 Years of Service, Growth in Clarkston Community
McLaren Clarkston recently marked its 15th anniversary of service to the community.
Currently anchored by an emergency department and comprehensive cancer center, McLaren Health Care initially invested tens of millions of dollars into the Clarkston Medical Building to bring additional services to the area.
McLaren’s continued growth and expansion aided in McLaren Clarkston becoming an essential asset to the community by creating a continuum of care benefiting its overall health and general wellness.
Occupying more than 22,000 square feet of clinical space upon the building’s completion, McLaren brought physical therapy, lab services, multiple diagnostic imaging modalities — including MRI and women’s health. Additional provider offices also expanded convenient accessibility to specialty services in Clarkston to include a bariatric institute, wound care, and cardiovascular services. A McLaren partnership on an ambulatory surgery center has been providing outpatient procedures since 2009.
McLaren continued to invest in the campus, further developing access to — and enhancing the level of — readily available care in the area.
The then-McLaren Great Lakes Cancer Institute Clarkston became the first freestanding, dedicated comprehensive cancer center, bringing radiation therapy, PET imaging, general medical oncology, and additional support services closer to patients’ homes.
Cancer services and capabilities would develop further with McLaren Health Care’s creation of the Karmanos Cancer Network, bringing the expertise of the world renown Karmanos Cancer Institute to Clarkston.
Learn more about the services offered at McLaren Clarkston and check-in to the ER online here.
Godfrey Hotel Detroit Wins Hilton Americas Development Award
The Godfrey Hotel Detroit and the hotel’s developers, Oxford Capital Group and Hunter Pasteur, have been recognized with the Best New Build Award, Curio Collection by Hilton. The Hilton Americas Development Awards recognize the achievements of owners, development partners, and hotel teams in the Americas across several categories.
These annual awards celebrate the resiliency and commitment of Hilton’s owners and team members who spread the light and warmth of hospitality.
The Godfrey Hotel Detroit, a Curio by Hilton hotel, is a 227-room luxury lifestyle hotel located in historic Corktown, Detroit’s oldest neighborhood.
For more information, visit here.
AT&T Offers New Home Phone Service Updating Old Tech in Detroit
For AT&T customers who keep a landline for nostalgic reasons or as a second phone, a new service is helping modernize the nearly 150-year-old technology — AT&T Phone – Advanced.
AT&T Phone – Advanced is home phone service that works like a traditional landline but upgraded for today’s world. Notable features include:
- Keep what’s important: Customers can hang on to their existing number and even use their old telephone equipment.
- Reliability: By using a wireless connection or a broadband connection as a back-up, customers can stay seamlessly connected during an outage. It also has a back-up battery to keep it powered for up to 24 hours.
- Cost-effective: AT&T Phone – Advanced does everything a traditional landline does but at a comparable or lower cost.
- Security: Ability to detect and block pesky robocalls
Meijer Opens New Supercenter in Hillsdale
Meijer opened a new 159,000-square-foot supercenter in Hillsdale, south of Jackson, bringing its state-of-the-art, one-stop shopping experience to more Michigan customers.
Located at 3600 W. Carleton Road in Hillsdale, the new store features convenient digital shopping solutions, including Shop & Scan, which allows shoppers to scan barcodes via a mobile app and bag their items as they shop to make checkout convenient. The store also features deep discounts on surplus food via the Flashfood app, expanded areas for Meijer Home Delivery and Pickup services, and mPerks rewards to help customers earn on every dollar spent.
Continuing the retailer’s ongoing efforts to ensure accessibility for all customers, the store features new larger, height-adjustable changing tables in the family restrooms for the added convenience and dignity of customers with disabilities and their caregivers. As in all Meijer stores, the Hillsdale store also offers free access to Aira, an app-based service that provides live navigation assistance to blind and low-vision customers using the camera of their smartphones.
Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan Hosting Disco Night Fundraiser June 8
The Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan in Pontiac has created a new disco-themed fundraiser to inspire giving for local families in need. The organization currently has more than 150 families waiting for furniture and other home essentials.
The Furniture Bank’s Disco Night will feature a 1970s disco theme with dancing, small bites, a cash bar, a silent auction, and prizes, and will take place at the Detroit Public Theatre (3960 Third Ave.) in Detroit from 8 p.m.-midnight on June 8.
Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased online or by contacting the Furniture Bank at 248-332-1300 and events@Furniture-Bank.org.
Those interested in making a tax-deductible furniture donation can call 248-332-1300 or visit here to coordinate free pick up.
