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January-February 2014

  • MGM Grand Detroit Earns Guest Services Award

    DETROIT — The Bell Services Department at MGM Grand Detroit has received the Chairman’s Service Excellence Award for the third quarter from MGM Resorts International. The quarterly award program honors high performing departments across the company that exemplify excellence in guest service. MGM Grand Detroit is the first MGM Resorts property outside Las Vegas to […]

  • McLaren Macomb Donor Wall Dedication and Unveiling

    On Dec. 12, the McLaren Macomb Healthcare Foundation held a donor wall dedication and unveiling ceremony at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mount Clemens. The event was attended by 75 people.

  • AutoGlow Guests Can Win Airfare to Europe in New Raffle

    DETROIT — Guests at the 2014 AutoGlow, presented by Ford Motor Co., will have the opportunity to extend the glitz and glamour of the night by winning a round-trip to Europe in a new raffle announced today by The Children’s Center. The exclusive AutoGlow Delta Air Lines Razzle Dazzle Raffle is available to guests of […]

  • Signature Associates Names New Property Director

    Southfield-based Signature Associates, a Cushman and Wakefield Alliance Member, has named Christopher Chesney as director of property management accounting.  Chesney has more than five years of real estate accounting experience in property management and portfolio asset accounting for various ownership structures.  Prior to joining Signature Associates, Chesney was responsible for the accounting and financial reporting […]

  • Maddin Hauser Wartell Roth & Heller Names New Shareholders

    SOUTHFIELD — Maddin Hauser Wartell Roth & Heller PC, a Southfield-based law firm, has promoted Ian S. Bolton, James M. Reid IV, and Sheryl K. Silberstein to shareholders.  Bolton is a member of the firm’s Creditor’s Rights, Insolvency and Bankruptcy and General Litigation Practice Groups. Licensed to practice in Michigan, Illinois and Texas, he also […]

  • Fourth Annual Rugiero Casino Royale Fundraiser

    Rugiero Casino Royale, a major fundraiser for the University of Michigan Brehm Center via the Antonio Rugiero Diabetes Fund, was held on Nov. 1 at the Italian American Club in Livonia. The event drew more than 500 guests.

  • Bowman and Brooke Names New Partner

    DETROIT — Bowman and Brooke LLP, a national product liability defense firm, has named Jenny L. Zavadil a parner in the firm’s Detroit office. Zavadil’s practice is concentrated on defending automobile manufacturers in product liability and consumer actions. She regularly defends corporate clients in complex discovery matters and serves as national discovery counsel for a […]

  • Trott & Trott Named Diamond Award Winner

    Trott & Trott PC, a Farmington Hills-based real estate law firm, has been named a recipient of USFN’s 2013 Diamond Award of Excellence. The USFN Award of Excellence program was initiated in 1993 to recognize and encourage member firms to develop and maintain high standards of excellence in service to industry clients and their communities. […]

  • Art Van Furniture Named Among Top Retailers for 2013

    WARREN — Art Van Furniture has been named one of the country’s top three furniture retailers by Home Furnishings Business magazine in the prestigious publication’s Third Annual Power 50 Ranking for 2013. Art Van Furniture’s third place ranking was based on retail sales volume, market share, social media power and furniture industry votes. “It’s truly […]

  • Women's Automotive Association Names Leadership Honorees

    BIRMINGHAM — Maureen LaFontaine, Christina Schrank, Alison Spitzer, and Liz Wetzel, will receive the esteemed 2014 Spirit of Leadership Award presented annually by the Women’s Automotive Association International. The award recognizes outstanding professional achievements and contributions to the growth, stature and progress of the automotive industry. As co-owner of LaFontaine Auto Group, a multi-franchise operation […]

  • Fiesta Hispana at the MGM Grand Detroit

    The Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held its annual fundraiser, Fiesta Hispana, at the MGM Grand Detroit on Dec. 6. The event, which drew more than 600 guests, supported the chamber’s mission of advancing Hispanic business growth in the state.

  • Dickinson Wright Names New Members in Detroit, Troy

    DETROIT — Dickinson Wright PLLC has named seven new attorneys to the firm’s Detroit and Troy offices. They are: Amy Sabbota Gottlieb, a member in the firm’s Troy office. She handles a variety of commercial litigation and business disputes before state and federal trial and appellate courts. Her experience includes matters related to banking and […]

  • Dykema Names New Labor & Employment Attorney

    DETROIT — Robert Boonin has joined the Labor & Employment Group in Dykema’s Detroit office. Boonin has more than 25 years of experience representing private and public sector employers in virtually all aspects of labor and employment law. He has counseled clients on key matters such as the National Labor Relations Act, the Fair Labor […]

  • Detroit Regional Chamber Names New Vice President

    DETROIT — The Detroit Regional Chamber has named Glenn Stevens as vice president of MICHauto and strategic development for the organization. “Joining the Detroit Regional Chamber and MICHauto team provides a great opportunity to blend my passion for Michigan and its dynamic automotive industry,” Stevens said. “There is no greater history and concentration of innovation […]

  • Ninth Annual Kidney Gala

    The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan in Ann Arbor held its ninth annual Kidney Ball on Dec. 7 at the MGM Grand Detroit. More than 650 guests, along with numerous sponsors, raised approximately $550,000 for the nonprofit.

  • DWH Adds Managing Director to Support Detroit Area Growth

    DETROIT — DWH, a Grand Rapids-based business advisory firm offering a variety of consulting services including ownership transition and succession planning, and turnaround and restructure services, has hired Bryan Ford as a managing director to support the company’s growth in the metro Detroit region. “As DWH has continued to grow over the past several years, […]

  • ACG Detroit Names New Board Members

    TROY — Association for Corporate Growth Detroit Chapter, a 350 member nonprofit business organization of investment bankers, bankers, accountants, attorneys, consultants, and other professionals involved in mergers & acquisitions and corporate growth, has named four new members to its board of directors. Rob Dutkiewicz, ACG Detroit president and a CPA with the Troy accounting firm […]

  • Strategic Staffing Solutions CEO Receives Lithuanian Award

    Strategic Staffing Solutions President and CEO Cynthia J. Pasky has received the Global Lithuanian Award for 2013 for the contributions she and her company have made to the development of Lithuanian business, science, arts, and culture.

  • Alumni Red Wings Game to Benefit Salvation Army

    Southfield-based real estate company Farbman Group will sponsor the Salvation Army of Metro Detroit’s Fifth Annual Detroit Red Wings Alumni Charity Game and Skate-a-thon to benefit the Bed & Bread Program. Brian Crawford of NAI Farbman/Farbman Group will join in the game and play against the Detroit Red Wings Alumni Association team, which in 2013 […]

  • Buick Sets Global Sales Record Topping 1 Million in 2013

    DETROIT — Buick delivered 1,032,056 vehicles in China, the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2013, the most Buicks sold in a single year in the brand’s 110-year history. The previous record was 1,003,345 sold in 1984. Strong growth in both China and North America accounted for the record-breaking year, with global sales up 15.4 […]

  • 2013 Heroes of Breast Cancer Awards

    On Oct. 29, the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute honored its Heroes of Breast Cancer at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit. The honorees were cited for raising awareness of breast cancer through education, research, and overall advocacy.

  • 2014 Silverado, Sierra Trucks Earn 5-Star Overall Score

    DETROIT – The regular and double cab versions of 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the GMC Sierra 1500 have received the highest possible 5-star Overall Vehicle Score for safety as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program. Joining the previously tested 2014 crew cab models, which also received a 5-star […]

  • United Wholesale Mortgage Earns Top Lender Ranking

    Troy-based United Wholesale Mortgage, one of the nation’s fastest growing wholesale lenders, has become the No. 1 wholesale lender in the country in origination volume as ranked by industry watchdog Mortgagestats.com for the third quarter of 2013. UWM, the wholesale arm of United Shore Financial Services, has been growing at a rapid rate over the […]

  • Brogan & Partners Adds New Account Coordinator

    BIRMINGHAM — Brogan & Partners has named Jazmine Robinson as account coordinator. Robinson will work on various accounts, including health care, governmental, technology, specialty retail, and nonprofit. Prior to joining Brogan & Partners, Robinson worked as an intern for public relations firms in metro Detroit and Chicago. She also has worked as a social media […]

  • iRule Earns Top Product Award at Electronics Show

    LAS VEGAS — Detroit-based iRule LLC was honored with the 2013 Consumers Electronics Association Mark of Excellence Award as the Control Product of the Year. CEA announced the winners at the annual Consumers Electronics Show being held this week in Las Vegas. “We’re delighted to receive this award and to be recognized for our team’s […]

  • Maddin Hauser Wartell Roth & Heller Names New Managing Director

    SOUTHFIELD — Maddin Hauser Wartell Roth & Heller PC has named Harvey R. Heller as a managing director. Heller is a shareholder and the chairman of the firm’s Defense and Insurance Coverage Practice Group. He is also the creator of the firm’s innovative service solution, Result Focused Case Management SystemR, which delivers cost-efficient, results-oriented legal […]

  • McLaren Macomb Earns International Research Accreditation

    FLINT — McLaren Health Care has earned full accreditation by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, hospital officials announced today. It’s a milestone for McLaren’s research community says Lana Gevorkyan, corporate director of McLaren’s Human Research Protections Program. “AAHRPP provides tangible evidence that the McLaren system is committed to maintaining the […]

  • The Gallery to Showcase Luxury Vehicles at Auto Show

    DETROIT — The North American International Auto Show 2014, in partnership with MGM Grand Detroit, will host The Gallery, an event — presented by Opportunity Detroit — will showcase 27 luxury and performance vehicles on Saturday. The Gallery, which has generated over $10 million in vehicle sales, kicks off two weeks of North American International […]

  • Tognum America Changes Name to MTU America

    Novi-based Tognum America Inc. has changed its name to MTU America Inc. The company is responsible for the manufacture, development, sales and service of MTU engines, propulsion and drive systems and MTU Onsite Energy distributed energy systems in North and Latin America. The company also maintains manufacturing facilities in Aiken, S.C. and Mankato, Minn. The […]

  • Samurai: Beyond the Sword coming to DIA in March

    DETROIT — There is a lot more to the legendary Japanese samurai than meets the eye, and visitors to the Detroit Institute of Arts exhibition Samurai: Beyond the Sword will experience the nuanced culture of these revered warriors through more than 125 artworks that tell their story. The exhibition is on view March 9 -June […]

  • The Henry Ford Promotes New Chief Financial Officer

    DEARBORN — The Henry Ford has promoted Brent Ott to chief financial officer. Ott has served as manager of financial strategy and analysis for The Henry Ford since 2011. “Throughout his career here at The Henry Ford, Brent has shown that he has the necessary experience and insights to effectively lead the financial operations for […]

  • Honigman Names 8 New Partners

    DETROIT — Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP and its board of directors has elected eight new partners. They are: Sara J. Brundage practices in the firm’s Kalamazoo office. She is the leader of the firm’s Insurance Policy Review and Coverage Practice Group. Brundage focuses on complex commercial disputes involving insurance companies and other corporate […]

  • Illusion and Art at the DIA

    The DIA Gala, a fundraiser for the Detroit Institute of Arts, was held on Nov. 9 at the historic art museum. The night included a cocktail reception, a sitdown dinner, and an afterglow called Illusion: The Fusion of Art and Animation. Photographs by Melissa Ende

  • Village Green Names New Assistant Vice President

    DETROIT — Village Green has promoted Craig McGowan to assistant vice president of acquisitions. In this new role, McGowan will be responsible for the development of Village Green’s acquisition pipeline in the Midwest and East Coast multifamily luxury rental markets. McGowan had previously served at Village Green’s director of acquisitions and underwriting for the last […]

  • One Detroit Center Unveils 25-Foot LED Monument

    DETROIT — One Detroit Center, an office property in downtown Detroit and the tallest office building in Michigan, held a ribbon cutting ceremony today for its new 25-foot LED monument sign, on the northeast corner of West Larned St. and Woodward Ave. The ribbon cutting was hosted by Signature Associates, the property manager and leasing […]

  • Topouzian Re-Elected for Second Term on the MEDA

    The membership of the Michigan Economic Developers Association have re-elected Ara Topouzian, president and CEO of the Troy Chamber of Commerce, to its board of directors. Topouzian has also been appointed as president for 2014 after serving as vice president in 2013 and treasurer in 2012. Topouzian is responsible for overseeing one of Oakland County’s […]

  • Michigan First Credit Union Earns Top Service Award

    LATHRUP VILLAGE — Michigan First Credit Union received top honors from the Credit Union National Association for its efforts to engage 17-25 year-olds to better manage checking accounts. The credit union won the first-place Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award at the national level for the First Gear checking account, part of the Young & […]

  • BlueWater Technologies Finishes Video Wall For Macomb

    SOUTHFIELD — BlueWater Technologies just completed a 20-by-50 foot video wall. Put together by Partners in Architecture PLC in cooperation with Motor City Electric Technologies, it aims to provide audio and visual systems for Macomb County. The wall itself has 54 individual 70-inch monitors/LEDs and over 50 different display variations. Inputs on the Macomb County […]

  • Maytag Introduces New Trademark

    BENTON HARBOR — Maytag is introducing the new face of their brand —The Maytag Man. Known for the Maytag Repairman, the company is changing things up; hoping America will receive him the same way, officials with the company said today. The Maytag Man has a new purpose at the company as the machine in the […]

  • Buick Opens Applications for College Scholarships

    DETROIT — The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program, funded by the General Motors Foundation, will accept applications for 2014 scholarships through Feb. 28. This is the fourth year the Buick Achiever Scholarships will be awarded to students who excel in the classroom and give back to the community. To be eligible for the program, high school […]

  • 18th Annual Wine for the Spirit

    The Oakwood Healthcare Foundation in Dearborn held its 18th annual Wine for the Spirit fundraising event at the MGM Grand Detroit on Oct. 26. Proceeds from the event benefit patients living with diabetes, obesity, and nutritional disorders.

  • Southfield-based Redico Expands into Chicago Market

    Southfield-based Redico has acquired the historic 10 North Dearborn Building in downtown Chicago. The national real estate development and investment company plans to renovate the 11-story boutique office building with its red stone facade in the heart of the Loop. Once known as the Covenant Club building, 10 N. Dearborn was originally constructed in 1925 […]

  • 2014 North American International Auto Show Press Preview

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    The North American International Auto Show kicked off with its press preview days on Jan. 13. Held at Cobo Center in Detroit, the first of two media days saw several announcements from automakers including Ford, Chrysler, and Toyota.

  • Piston Group Names New President

    DETROIT — The Piston Group has named Jacqueline (Jacqui) A. Dedo as president of the Detroit-based automotive supplier. “Jacqui understands the evolution of our supply chain and the challenges our customers face,” said Vinnie Johnson, CEO and chairman. “In this position, she will leverage that experience to help us evaluate our growth opportunities and define […]

  • Waterford Chamber Names New Board President

    WATERFORD — Jennifer C. Hill, formerly vice president of the Waterford Chamber of Commerce board of directors, will serve as president for 2014-2015. Hill will serve on the executive board working on endeavors to preserve and promote the vitality and economic growth of the Waterford business community. She is an associate in the Troy office […]

  • Yeo & Yeo CPAs Merge with Hungerford & Co.

    SOUTHGATE — Yeo & Yeo, a Michigan-based full-service accounting firm, and Hungerford & Co. of Southgate have merged. The combined firm, which will operate under the Yeo & Yeo name, will extend Yeo & Yeo’s reach in the southeast Michigan region. The merger will add approximately $2.4 million in revenue to Yeo & Yeo, which […]

  • GEI Consultants Names New Geotechnical Expert

    LANSING — GEI Consultants Inc., A geotechnical, environmental, water resources, and ecological science and engineering firm, has named geotechnical expert Michael Gentner as a senior professional with the firm’s Lansing office. With more than 21 years of experience in managing both public and private projects, Gentner offers specialized expertise in geotechnical engineering and instrumentation, earth […]

  • Passes for Camping, Music Festival Set to Go on Sale

    The Faster Horses Festival is returning for a second year on July 18, 19 and 20, after its hugely successful first run last summer which saw over 20,000 fans per day head for the Irish Hills of Brooklyn, south of Jackson. This year’s line up for the three day “hillbilly sleepover” includes superstars Tim McGraw, […]

  • Maddin Hauser Wartell Roth & Heller Names New Members

    Maddin Hauser Wartell Roth & Heller PC, a Southfield-based multi-specialty law firm, has named three new appointments to the firm’s executive committee. They are: Martin S. Frenkel, John P. Gonway, and Ronald A. Sollish. Frenkel is an experienced business litigator, shareholder and co-chairman of the firm’s consumer finance regulatory compliance and real property litigation practice […]

  • Annual Komen Race for the Cure Set for June 7

    DETROIT— Registration is now open for the largest breast cancer event in Michigan: the 23rd Annual Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure, locally presented by the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute. With the same mission of ending breast cancer, and a 5K with a 23-year tradition, we announce our date of Saturday, June […]

  • Local High School Students Compete for Scholarship Cash

    BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The “Stock to Scholarship Challenge” provides Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne County high school students an opportunity to learn about personal finance while managing their own stock portfolio. College scholarship money is awarded to the three students who accumulate the most money in their individual accounts. Here’s how it works: Each student is […]

  • DENSO to Expand Southfield Headquarters, Add Jobs

    SOUTHFIELD — Global automotive supplier DENSO is investing $10 million and adding nearly 200 new jobs to expand its North American headquarters in Southfield. The investment, which includes the purchase of an existing 140,000-square-foot office building on its current campus, will increase its research and development capabilities in the region. The expansion is part of […]

  • 2014 North American International Auto Show Press Preview

    The North American International Auto Show held the second of two press preview days on Jan. 14 at Cobo Center in Detroit. Those in attendance saw several releases and unveilings from automakers including Cadillac, Tesla, and Subaru.

  • Former Assistant Attorney General Joins Law Firm

    FARMINGTON HILLS — Former Michigan Assistant Attorney General John R. Wright is joining the Farmington Hills-based law firm of Rogers Mantese and Associates PC. Wright will focus on health care provider and health care professional representation. His attention will be centered on professional licensing, federal and state litigation, government investigations related to Stark Law and […]

  • Farbman Group / NAI Farbman Names New Vice President

     Farbman Group / NAI Farbman, a real estate firm based in Southfield, has promoted Kristin Smolinski from general manager to vice president. In her new role, the Rochester Hills resident will transition from property management to financial services and take over responsibility for all leasereviews and documents. She also will serve as administrator for the […]

  • Southfield's Baker Tilly Adds 8 Employees

    SOUTHFIELD — The Baker Tilly Virchow Krause LLP is adding eight new employees. They are: Shawn Fallon, Boyo N. Antabong, Matthew Howard, Holly D. Zimmerman, Matthew Wells, Richard King, Amy Minielly, and Cindy Maciejewski. Fallon, who resides in Redfi has a bachelor’s in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Eastern Michigan University. In […]

  • Harley Ellis Devereaux Expands Detroit Office

    DETROIT — Architecture company Harley Ellis Devereaux are growing their Detroit office leadership team. John Clay, Charlie Jacobs, Jessi Mesalic and Tracy Sweeney have been named as new associates of the firm. Tim Reamer has been named as a principal of the firm. Clay of New Boston received his bachelor’s of science in mechanical engineering from […]

  • Oakland Bar Association, Foundation Names New Director

    BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Terri Ticknor Gilbert has been named the new executive director of the Oakland County Bar Association and its charitable arm, the Oakland County Bar Foundation. Gilbert most recently was director of child welfare funding and juvenile programs for the State of Michigan’s Department of Human Services. She replaces Lisa Stadig Elliot, who […]

  • Clark Hill Names New Attorneys to Detroit Office

    DETROIT — Clark Hill PLC has named six attorneys who have been elected to membership in the firm.  The attorneys  include: Stephon B. Bagne is part of Clark Hill’s Litigation and Real Estate Practice Groups in Detroit. He has handled a wide variety of commercial and real estate litigation matters. He focuses primarily upon eminent […]

  • Detroit Aglow 2013

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    More than 800 people attended Detroit Aglow at the MGM Grand Detroit on Nov. 25. A fundraiser for the Downtown Detroit Partnership, the evening included a cocktail reception followed by a sitdown dinner of caved turkey with all of the trimmings.

  • Snyder: Michigan is the Comeback State

    “Made in Michigan” means something. Across the nation and around the world, that label has long meant strength, durability, and quality. To Michiganders, it also reflects the pride of a resilient people who helped build this country and now are at the center of a reinvention that will restore our state to greatness. Michigan is […]

  • Litigator Joins McDonald Hopkins Detroit Office

    DETROIT — Maxwell Goss has joined the Detroit office of McDonald Hopkins PLC as an associate in the firm’s Litigation Department and Labor and Employment Practice Group. Goss joins McDonald Hopkins from Farney Daniels P., a boutique firm in the Austin, Texas area specializing in intellectual property litigation. Previously he practiced commercial litigation with Akin […]

  • Baker College Ramps Up Nursing Program

    CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Baker College of Clinton Township officials have announced that a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing  program will replace the existing Associate Degree in Nursing  program beginning 2014 fall quarter. Students choosing to pursue this new BSN can begin prior to 2014 fall quarter by taking prerequisite classes. “The move to the […]

  • Bloomfield Hills Dance Studio Wins National Award

    BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Fred Astaire Dance Studio was named Top Overall Studio 2013 for its 36-studio region in a national franchise event. Megadance, the name for the largest region of studios in the Fred Astaire company, includes Detroit, Washington, D.C., San Diego, Denver, Minneapolis, Durham, N.C., Greensboro, N.C., Charleston, S.C., Portland, Ore., and Pasadena, Calif., […]

  • Michigan Attorney Named Chair of National SBA

    WASHINGTON — Clark Hill Attorney Jeffrey Van Winkle of Michigan has been named the chair of the National Small Business Association for 2014. Van Winkle is a member of the firm’s Corporate Practice Group, where he focuses on the representation of businesses and entrepreneurs As a former chair of the Small Business Association of Michigan […]

  • Worldwide Vehicle Introductions Dominate Auto Show

    DETROIT — When the dust settled after two remarkable days of vehicle unveilings, organizers of the 2014 North American International Auto Show counted 50 vehicle introductions, the majority being worldwide, presented to a crowd of 5,169 journalists from around the world. NAIAS Chairman Bob Shuman said the optimism and confidence felt on the show floor […]

  • Farbman Group/NAI Farbman Promotes New Vice President

    SOUTHFIELD — Farbman Group/NAI Farbman, a real estate firm, has announced the promotion of Betty Drapinski to vice president.  Drapinski, of Royal Oak, has been with Farbman for more than 25 years. During this time, she has held numerous positions within the company’s finance department, including her most recent role as director of taxes.  In […]

  • Hob Nobble Gobble 2013

    On Nov. 22, The Detroit Parade Co. held its annual Hob Nobble Gobble fundraiser at Ford Field in Detroit. The event, which drew 2,000 people, included a gourmet buffet, cocktails, entertainment, and carnival rides.

  • Leap into Conservation by Joining Zoo's Frog Watch

    ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoological Society is encouraging Southeast Michigan residents to join the local chapter of FrogWatch USA, a “citizen science” program tha teaches volunteers how to identify frogs and toads by their breeding calls and gather and record data that supports a national network. “We already know about the extinctions and crises […]

  • 2014 North American International Auto Show Press Preview Days

    The North American International Auto Show held its press preview days on Jan. 13-14 at Cobo Center in Detroit. Those in attendance saw several releases and unveilings from automakers including Subaru, Acura, and Infiniti.

  • Dykema Names New Automotive Group Director

    DETROIT — Dykema, a national law firm has named Brendan J. Cahill as director of the firm’s automotive group. Based in the Bloomfield Hills office, Cahill joined Dykema more than two decades ago, and has worked extensively with automotive companies throughout his career. He focuses his practice on business planning, acquisition and financing transactions, with […]

  • Farbman Group Names New Client Solutions Vice President

    SOUTHFIELD — Farbman Group/NAI Farbman, a real estate firm based in Southfield has promoted Christina DiBartolomeo to vice president of client solutions. In her new role, DiBartolomeo is responsible for building and maintaining client relationships. In her 13-year tenure at Farbman, DiBartolomeo has held several positions of increasing responsibility in the financial services department.  She […]

  • Son Joins Goodman Acker Law Firm

    SOUTHFIELD — Goodman Acker PC, a personal injury law firm, which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, has added attroney Jordan Acker to its team. Jordan, the son of firm co-founder and senior partner, Gerald (Jerry) Acker, has returned home to Michigan following more than seven years in Washington, D.C., where he worked in various capacities […]

  • Milford MIPRO Names Vice President, Alliances

    MILFORD — MIPRO Consulting, a consultancy focused on implementations, upgrades and optimizations of Oracle’s PeopleSoft applications, announced Tim Schinke has been promoted to vice president of alliances.  Schinke joined MIPRO in January 2013 as north central regional director where he worked to expand on MIPRO’s reach in Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, and the Dakotas. […]

  • Passion For Fashion: Suit and Tie Edition

    The fifth annual Passion for Fashion: Suit & Tie Edition was held at Shenandoah Country Club in West Bloomfield on Dec. 20. These photographs originally appeared on the Hour Detroit website at hourdetroit.com.

  • Jaffe Partner Honored with Famliy Law Award

    SOUTHFIELD — Diana Raimi, a partner at the office of Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss PC has been honored by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education with the Blaine B. Johnson Jr. Award for her contribution in family law. This award honors the late Blaine B. Johnson Jr., a family law attorney and former member […]

  • Lowe Campbell Opens Offices in Detroit

    DETROIT —  Marketing communications agency Lowe Campbell Ewald has officially opened the doors to its new office headquarters in the heart of downtown Detroit after 36 years in Warren. The new office is located in the original J.L. Hudson Co. warehouse at Ford Field on 2000 Brush St. also home to the Detroit Lions, occupying […]

  • OU Business School Maintains Prestigious Accreditation

    ROCHESTER — The School of Business Administration at Oakland University successfully maintained its 20 years of dual business and accounting accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The Association’s accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in business and accounting education. Every five years accredited institutions must complete a thorough review that is […]

  • Dykema Appoints New Management Positions

    DETROIT —  Dykema, a national law firm, has appointed four new management positions in the Detroit area. They are: Brendan Cahill, a Bloomfield Hills-based member, has been named director of the firm’s Automotive Industry Group. His practice is focused on business planning, acquisition and financing transactions, with special emphasis on mergers and acquisitions and joint […]

  • 2014 AutoGlow Exceeds Goals for Community Support

    DETROIT — The Detroit community showed overwhelming support of The Children’s Center through record sponsorship of AutoGlow Detroit Razzle Dazzle. Presented by Ford Motor Co., the event, which featured the glamour and glitz of the Roaring ’20s, netted more than $250,000 for The Children’s Center. “Detroiters have been generously supporting our work with vulnerable children […]

  • Sperry Van Ness Director Honored by Real Estate Firm

    BIRMINGHAM — Robert J. Pliska, CRE and managing director for Sperry Van Ness / Property Investment Advisors LLC was selected as an inductee into the Midwest Real Estate News Hall of Fame. The publication recognizes individuals who are considered “the biggest names in the commercial real estate” industry.  Pliska’s profile in the Dec/Jan issue of […]

  • Rehmann Promotes CPA to Principal

    TROY — Debbie Krone, CPA, CFP, and CDFA, has been promoted to principal at Rehmann, a CPA, wealth management, and corporate investigation firm. Krone is part of the tax department and has been providing accounting, taxation, and financial planning services since 1993. “Debbie’s technical experience adds a lot to the firm’s capabilities and we’re thrilled […]

  • Design by Detroit II

    General Motors Diversity Communications hosted Design by Detroit II on Jan. 13 at Shinola in Midtown. The event celebrated the creative influence that automotive design has had across several industries in Detroit and beyond.

  • Beaumont Offers $50 Lung Cancer Screening

    ROYAL OAK — More people die of lung cancer each year in the U.S. than any other type of cancer, yet when it’s caught early, there are more treatment options and much higher survival rates. To promote early detection and potentially save lives, Beaumont Health System now offers a $50 lung cancer screening that uses […]

  • ACO Inc. Promotes New President

    FARMINGTON HILLS — Mark VandenBerg, senior vice president and chief financial officer at ACO Inc., has been promoted to president. VandenBerg will provide staff with the direction and stability to help achieve the company’s goal of providing a full line hardware store with knowledgeable associates and helpful customer service. He will oversee the day to […]

  • Blue Cross Elects Three New Board Members

    SOUTHFIELD — Blue Care Network elected two new members to its 18-person board of directors, Mary Ann Weaver and Paula Manderfield, and Blue Care of Michigan Inc. has elected one new member to its three-person board, Holly Seldon. The Blue Care Network board of directors is composed of members, private citizens and representatives from various […]

  • Walbridge Promotes Four Employees

    DETROIT — Detroit- based construction management firm, Walbridge, has promoted four employees to new positions: Don Greenwell Jr. PE, Mark McClelland, John Rakolta III, and George Dobrowitsky.  Greenwell is now executive vice president and continues to head the company’s commercial unit, which is responsible for projects in the cultural, education, healthcare, office building, parking, residential […]

  • Detroit Historical Society Ball 2013

    The Detroit Historical Society held its annual ball at The Fillmore Detroit on Woodward Avenue on Dec. 7. These photographs originally appeared on the Hour Detroit website at hourdetroit.com.

  • Rehmann Promotes New Principal to Firm

    TROY — Rehmann, a wealth management and corporate investigation firm has promoted Greg Light to principal. Light is a member of the firm’s litigation support team and provides valuation of ownership interests of closely held businesses for a variety of purposes. Light has provided critique of valuation work prepared by other professionals and has assisted […]

  • Salvation Army Featured on PBS Special

    DETROIT–Tune in to Detroit Public Television for a special presentation of Big Buck Night 2014, featuring The Salvation Army Southeast Michigan Adult Rehabilitation Center at 8 p.m. on Jan. 30. A celebration of Michigan’s outdoors, viewers will witness how the efforts of local hunters and conservationists help support the local community. Among the organizations featured […]

  • Bush Seyferth & Paige Names New Partner

    TROY— Stephanie A. Douglas has been named partner at Bush Seyferth & Paige PLLC, a litigation firm in Troy. Douglas leads the firm’s appeals, briefing, and the Class Action Defense team. Since joining the firm, she has helped new and existing clients, including Ford Motor Co., Chrysler Group LLC, FordDirect, Beaumont Health System, PulteGroup Inc., […]

  • Collins Einhorn Farrell Law Firm Names New Partner

    SOUTHFIELD —  Collins Einhorn Farrell law firm has named attorney Colleen H. Burke a partner. Burke, who earned her juris doctor from the University of Toledo College of Law, has extensive experience in defense litigation. She focuses her practice in the area of professional liability, including defending lawyers in legal malpractice cases and grievance matters […]

  • Community Foundation Awards $17M in Grants to Nonprofits

    DETROIT —The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan announced that more than $17 million in grants were approved to nonprofit organizations during the fourth quarter of 2013.  The projects supported cover a wide range of program areas ranging from economic development, education, and health and human services, to arts, culture and recreation. “At the Community Foundation […]

  • Farbman Group / NAI Farbman Names New Asset Manager

    SOUTHFIELD — Farbman Group / NAI Farbman have promoted Jonathon Margolis from real estate financial analyst to asset manager. As asset manager, Margolis will assist in the financial oversight of the joint venture portfolio of the full-service real estate firm based in Southfield. Margolis has been with Farbman Group since 2008. He completed two internships […]

  • Fashion Show Winner Made From Car Interior Material

    TROY — A dress using Inteva Products TPO material for automotive interiors, was selected as the winning design in The MAIN (Motorcity Automotive Industry Night) Event Fashion Show of automotive-inspired garments, and was modeled last week at the North American International Auto Show  Charity Preview in Detroit. The fourth annual MAIN Event, organized by the […]

  • Ford Joins MIT, Stanford to Advance Automated Driving

    WASHINGTON — Ford Motor Co. has kicked off its new automated driving research projects by joining the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Stanford University. The MIT research focuses on scenario planning to predict actions of other vehicles and pedestrians, while Stanford is exploring how a vehicle might maneuver to allow its sensors to peek around […]

  • GM Foundation Donates $1M to Smithsonian Museum

    DETROIT — The General Motors Foundation will become a founding donor of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture through a $1 million grant. GM Foundation President Vivian Pickard presented the gift to the Museum Founding Director Lonnie G. Bunch III at the Washington Auto Show. “GM and the GM Foundation have […]

  • BOYNE Golf Academy to Conduct Winter Classes in Florida

    HARBOR SPRINGS — BOYNE Golf Academy of northern Michigan is heading south this winter to PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Florida, offering six three-day winter golf schools.  The schools take place Feb. 21-23; Feb. 24-26; March 21-23; March 24-26; April 11-13; and April 14-16.  Each session offers a 3-to-1 student-teacher ratio. The schools are […]

  • DeLuca to Lead GM Global Manufacturing

    DETROIT – Jim DeLuca will become executive vice president of General Motors Global Manufacturing, succeeding Tim Lee, who is retiring April 1 after a nearly 45-year career that included key positions in manufacturing, manufacturing engineering and global operations. DeLuca is currently vice president of manufacturing for GM International Operations. GM China President Matt Tsien will […]

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