July-August 2012
North American Bancard Names First CIO
TROY — North American Bancard, provider of the payment solution PayAnywhere, Monday announced the addition of Tracy Metzger to its leadership team to fill the newly created position of chief […]
Leadership Change In Ilitch Holdings' Corporate Relations
DETROIT — Ilitch Holdings, Inc. Vice President of Corporate Relations Karen Cullen announced Monday she will step down from her position at the organization at the end of July. The […]
Tullymore Resort Offers Unique Corporate, Casual Retreat
STANWOOD — The Tullymore Golf Resort, Michigan’s fastest growing and most innovative recreation property, is once again stepping up its game, this time appealing to corporate or group planners looking […]
Amphibious Combat Vehicle Design Competition
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP — Ricardo, Inc., Monday announced it has been selected by the United States Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to stage the FANG Challenge, a series of three […]
InPro Insurance Group Further Expands Local Presence
TROY — To further its targeted growth in the metro-Detroit area, InPro Insurance Group, a Troy, Mich.-based independent insurance agency, Monday announced the acquisition of Industrial Insurance Services, Inc. of […]
August Business Workshops Offered by Oakland County
WATERFORD — Business owners and entrepreneurs who need assistance are encouraged to attend seminars offered by the Oakland County One Stop Shop Business Center. Fundamentals of Starting a Business workshop participants […]
Spectrum Health to Establish Lung Transplantation Program
GRAND RAPIDS — Spectrum Health announced Tuesday that it has hired Reda Girgis, MD, to serve as medical director for its lung transplant program. He comes from the Johns Hopkins […]
Chrysler Models Sales Rise 20 Percent in June
AUBURN HILLS — Chrysler Tuesday reported U.S. sales of 144,811 units, a 20 percent increase compared with sales in June 2011 of 120,394 units, and the group’s best June sales […]
Ford Motor Co. Sales Increase 7 Percent
DEARBORN — Ford Motor Co. U.S. sales are up 7 percent this year, with 1.14 million vehicles sold. June sales also increased 7 percent from last year, with 207,759 vehicles […]
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A Family Business in Detroit Bubbles Over
What started out as a class about bath products became a successful mother-daughter company and vendor favorite. The company asks customers the question, “Are you Bath Savvy?” If they weren’t […]
Henry Ford Offers New Operation for Atrial Fibrillation
DETROIT — A team of heart doctors at Henry Ford Hospital is the first in Michigan to perform a new catheter-based procedure which limits the risk of stroke in patients […]
Historic Ford Factory Restored and Open to Public
DETROIT — Ford’s Piquette Avenue plant has been restored, after a decade of renovations, and opened to the public by a group of preservationists and Ford history enthusiasts. The factory is […]
Mitsubishi Motors North America Sales Are Up 13 Percent
CYPRESS, Calif., — Mitsubishi Motors North America Tuesday reported June sales, including 1,461 sales of the Outlander Sport CUV marks a 13 percent increase compared to June of 2011. Year-to-date […]
Research Finds Racing Events Influence Car Purchases
ROCHESTER — Foresight Research released more results from its 2012 Automotive Marketing Communications Study interviewing 7,851 new vehicle buyers in the US, finding: Overall, 16% of buyers who attended a […]
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Comerica Michigan Market Headquarters Debuts in Detroit
Comerica Bank debuted its $17-million Michigan Market Headquarters on May 1 in Detroit. During the reception, Comerica and Detroit’s Second Baptist Church unveiled a replica of a wagon used to transport slaves to freedom along the Underground Railroad. Photos by Patrick Gloria
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Champions of the New Economy 2012
Junior Achievement of Southeastern Michigan held a reception to honor the Champions of the New Economy on May 9 at its Quicken Loans JA Finance Park in downtown Detroit. The program with DBusiness and News/Talk 760 WJR recognizes executives who are moving their respective organizations forward. Photos by Christine M.J. Hathaway
WSU Presents Preliminary Results for 'God' Particle
DETROIT — At a seminar held at CERN Thursday in Geneva, Switzerland, the ATLAS and CMS experiments presented their latest preliminary results in the search for the long sought Higgs […]
TRW Active Seat Belt Presenter Aids Driver Comfort
LIVONIA — TRW Automotive Holdings Corp., the global leader in automotive safety systems, has developed a new, active seat belt technology which assists the driver to grasp the belt during […]
Ford C-MAX Hybrid Aims for 47 MPG
DEARBORN — Ford’s new C-MAX Hybrid soon will make a big statement in the largest hybrid segment with projected leading fuel economy of 47 mpg city – beating the Toyota […]
Visteon Announces Offer to Acquire Korean Affiliate HCC
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP — Visteon Corporation, which currently holds a 70 percent ownership stake in Halla Climate Control Corp., said today that its Korean subsidiary, Visteon Korea Holdings Corp., has […]
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The Karmanos Cancer Institute 30th Annual Fundraising Dinner
The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute raised nearly $1.7 million, an all-time record, at its 30th annual fundraising dinner. More than 500 people attended the event on April 28 at the General Motors Vehicle Engineering Center in Warren. Photos by Patrick Gloria
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SAE Foundation Honors Edsel B. Ford II with Industry Leadership Award
The SAE Foundation honored Edsel B. Ford II with its Industry Leadership Award on May 16 at Ford Field in Detroit. More than $400,000 was raised during the event to fund STEM education programs, including a live auction of on-of-a-kind Ford Mustang built by Ford Motorsports and Roush Performance. Photos by Patrick Gloria
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Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation Celebrates Diamond Anniversary
The Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation held its Diamond Anniversary on May 18 at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills. The event raised more than $13,000 for student scholarships. Photos by Patrick Gloria
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Urban Land Institute Honors Sidney Forbes
The Detroit District Council of the Urban Land Institute honored Sidney Forbes, senior partner of The Forbes Co., with its Lifetime Achievement Award on May 17 at the Westin Book Cadillac Detroit. More than 500 people attended the sold-out event. Photos by Nick Martines
U-M Study Links Customer Satisfaction to Stock Returns
LONDON — According to research from the University of Michigan, customer satisfaction is directly linked to stock market performance. Companies with high scores on the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) […]
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DYC Hosts Fundraiser for Gold Cup Races
The Detroit Yacht Club and the Detroit River Regatta Association hosted a fundraising dinner on April 27 at the DYC. The event raised more than $80,000 to support the APBA Detroit Gold Cup Races, scheduled for July 13-15 on the Detroit River. Photos by Patrick Gloria
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The Grand Prixmiere at Renaissance Center's Wintergarden
The Belle Isle Conservancy hosted the official kick-off party for the 2012 Chevrolet Grand Prix on June 1 at the GM Global Renaissance Center’s Wintergarden, aptly called The Grand Prixmiere. More than $270,000 was raised during the evening to support ongoing improvements at Belle Isle. Photos by Patrick Gloria
U-M's Taubman Institute Awards $100K Medical Research Prize
ANN ARBOR — The inaugural $100,000 Taubman Prize for Excellence in Translational Medical Science has been awarded to Harry Dietz, M.D., of Johns Hopkins University, the University of Michigan’s A. […]
Local Business Leaders to be Recognized for Accomplishments
TROY — Four exemplary Michigan professionals will be honored this year at the Walsh College Leadership Awards Dinner in November. The annual event pays tribute to individuals who have demonstrated […]
New U.S. Patent Offices to Benefit Law Firm Clients
TROY — In an effort to help speed up the patent process, the United States Patent and Trademark Office announced plans to open three more regional USPTO offices, in addition […]
Harvard Business School Club of Michigan Selects Business Leader of the Year
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Harvard Business School Club of Michigan, comprised of local graduates of Harvard Business School, announces that Nancy Schlichting, CEO of Henry Ford Health System, has been […]
Dow Automotive Systems Opens Two Technology Centers
MIDLAND — Dow Automotive Systems, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company, is expanding its capabilities in composite processing technology with the opening of two Dow development facilities to […]
Michigan's Iconic Grand Hotel Celebrates 125 Years
MACKINAC ISLAND — Grand Hotel, the legendary summer hotel on Michigan’s Mackinac Island, celebrates its 125th anniversary on July 10 as “America’s Summer Place.” The 385-room national historic landmark, which […]
U-M’s Social Venture Fund Makes Second Investment this Year
ANN ARBOR — The Samuel Zell & Robert H. Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the University of Michigan’s Stephen M. Ross School of Business announced today its Social Venture […]
First-of-its-Kind Survey Reveals Supermarket Media Preferences
LIVONIA — Valassis, one of the nation’s leading media and marketing services companies, announced results of a study indicating that today 90% of grocery retailers use weekly circulars as their […]
Detroit, Je t’aime: Documentary on Detroit’s DIY Spirit In the Works
DETROIT — Nora Mandray (director/producer) and Hélène Bienvenu (co-producer) are part of the “Generation Y” who believes that Detroit, Mich., is a laboratory for tomorrow. They’re a duo of French […]
Detroit Institute of Arts' Ballot Initiative: Need Public Funds
DETROIT — The Detroit Institute of Arts had been supported by public funds from 1893 to the early 1990s. For nearly 100 years, the City General Fund and private philanthropy […]
Oakland Integrated Healthcare Network Opens Site in Pontiac
PONTIAC — Oakland Integrated Healthcare Network, a non-profit organization that provides affordable, coordinated healthcare services for the community, has opened its third site, offering primary care and mental health services […]
Protean Electric Gains $84M to Create Chinese Production Sites
TROY — Protean Electric, the global leader in the development and commercialization of in-wheel electric drive systems, Monday announced $84 million in new funding from GSR Ventures, New Times Group, […]
Detroit Rally Planned to Urge Awareness of Homeownership
WEST BLOOMFIELD — Building Industry Association of Southeastern Michigan, Michigan Association of Home Builders and the National Association of Homebuilders are joining forces to host a major mid-summer Rally for […]
Karmanos and Tigers Team Up for Breast Cancer Awareness
DETROIT — The Detroit Tigers and the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute are teaming up for “Pink Out the Park” at the Detroit Tigers vs. Cleveland Indians game, at 7:05 […]
'Cool Blue Monday' Fundraiser to be Held at MGM Grand
DETROIT — The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan — Detroit Branch Office will host its 6th Annual Cool Blue Monday fundraiser from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., August 13 at the […]
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Conway MacKenzie 25th Anniversary Party
The Roostertail in Detroit was the setting for the 25th anniversary party of Conway MacKenzie, a leading restructuring and financial advisory firm in Birmingham. The event included several towers of seafood, premium drinks, fireworks, and an aviation show. Photos by Nick Martines
Report: Adoption of Auto LED Lights Will Rise 22 Percent
A market report by McKinsey & Company predicts a sharp increase in LED (Light Emitting Diode) lighting adoption in the automotive category by the end of the decade. In 2011, […]
EcoMotors Expands Business with $32.5M Investment
ALLEN PARK — EcoMotors International Tuesday announced that it has completed its Series C round with a new investment totaling $32.5 million, led by Braemar Energy Ventures. Existing investors Bill […]
Former GM Advertising VP Bringing New Agency to Midtown
DETROIT — Mike Jackson, and a talented cast of what he refers to as “the industry’s best and brightest,” are moving their company’s headquarters to Detroit’s Creative Corridor. Jackson, a […]
Grand Hotel Celebrates 125 Years With 125-Foot Dessert
MACKINAC ISLAND — Grand Hotel, a national historic landmark on Mackinac Island, Michigan, is celebrating its 125th birthday. Wednesday, a 125-foot birthday cake will be served on its 660-foot Front […]
“Keep Detroit Moving!”: Vehicle Discount Program Announced, Starting Now
DETROIT — Bill Snethkamp CJDR has launched a special promotion to “keep Detroit moving” by offering retail customers in the city’s fast-growing Midtown, Downtown, and New Center areas deep discounts […]
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Digital Trader
A financial expert in Auburn Hills uses algorithms to predict investment trends.
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A New Path
Fundraising is challenging enough, but it’s even more difficult during an economic recession.
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Fluid Dynamics
The Soviet Union’s loss is Michigan’s gain.
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Crystal Ball
Can a mobile app developed in Detroit predict the future?
Huron Capital Sells Interest to Co. Worth More Than Original Investment
DETROIT — Huron Capital Thursday announced that it has sold its interest in Labstat International ULC (“Labstat” or the “Company”) through its holding company, Apex Laboratories International, Inc., in a […]
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Roll ‘Em
Michigan’s tax credits for Hollywood films underwent drastic cuts in 2011, but reworked legislation opened the door to viral players.
Schaeffler Develops System to Manage Car Temperature
TROY — Schaeffler has developed an advanced thermal management system to more precisely control drivetrain temperature to help automakers meet upcoming fuel economy and emissions regulations. Through the proactive management […]
Floor Burn
Running, dancing, and driving can power the future.
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PDA Q&A
David Bradley // Owner, Bradley Dental, Warren; Studio 32, Farmington Hills
MCV Holding Co. LLC Seeks to Expand Midland Plant
MIDLAND — MCV Holding Co. LLC, Wednesday applied to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality for an air permit for the installation of a nominal 640 megawatt combined-cycle natural-gas-fired power […]
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A Shining Beacon
Taking on gas and electric monopolies, along with political corruption, Detroit Mayor Hazen S. Pingree led the city of out darkness.
Chrysler Named 2012 Detroit Jazz Festival Presenting Sponsor
DETROIT — The Detroit Jazz Festival announced that the Chrysler brand will be the official presenting sponsor for the 2012 festival. The sponsorship is an extension of its successful “Imported […]
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Can The Big Three Survive Success?
Forget another bailout. GM, Ford, and Chrysler must keep winning on the sales floor.
Dykema Releases Consumer Financial Services Answer Book
DETROIT — Dykema Gossett PLLC and Practising Law Institute announce the release of the Consumer Financial Services Answer Book 2012-2013. This revised and updated edition, published by PLI and authored by […]
Five Companies to Invest and Add Jobs in West Michigan
LANSING — The Michigan Economic Development Corporation today announced that five companies were approved for incentives by the Michigan Strategic Fund through the Michigan Business Development and Community Revitalization Programs […]
Ann Arbor Announces New Parking Solution for 2012 Art Fair
DETROIT — Enjoying Ann Arbor’s iconic annual Art Fair is easy. Surviving the parking and traffic woes caused by the more than 500,000 attendees, however, is another story. Fortunately, Ann […]
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Tips for Stress Relief from Detroit Pistons Trainer Arnie Kander
A graduate in physical therapy from Wayne State University, Kander began his career as a professional dancer and worked at a fitness center before joining the Pistons in 1992.
Natural Gas Vehicle Meetings to Begin in Detroit
DETROIT — Monday, Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin, Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper, Oklahoma Secretary of Energy Michael Ming, and Oklahoma Secretary of Commerce Dave Lopez will meet with U.S. auto manufacturers […]
Meijer Contest Looks For Next Great Small Business Toymaker
GRAND RAPIDS — Meijer, the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer, has announced the launch of the Meijer Next Great Toymaker contest that will give two small U.S. toymakers the chance for […]
Detroit-Set Feature Approved for Michigan Film Incentive
LANSING – The Michigan Film Office announced Monday the feature film Only Lovers Left Alive has been approved for a film incentive from the state. Set in Detroit and Tangiers, […]
Licensing for Next-Gen Radio Frequency ID Sensor Finalized
ANN ARBOR — Evigia Systems and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory announced today that they have finalized a licensing agreement under which Argonne’s patented, application-specific radio-frequency identification […]
Small Business Transactions Drop 1.6% in Second Quarter
SAN FRANCISCO — BizBuySell.com, the Internet’s largest business-for-sale marketplace, reported today that business-for-sale transactions were down 1.6% in the second quarter of 2012 as compared to the same period last […]
Youth Summer Camp Celebrates Olympics with Art
BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center’s Summer Youth Art camp is celebrating the Summer Olympics from July 30 through August 10 with designing their own flags, partaking in an “official” […]
Mitsubishi Motors Produces Outlander Sport in Midwest
NORMAL, Ill., Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. has started U.S. production of the popular Outlander Sport compact crossover model at the company’s vehicle manufacturing plant in the American Midwest. The […]
MagneGas Corp. Supplies GM with Hydrogen-Based Fuel
DETROIT — MagneGas Corp. is now supplying General Motors with its MagneGas fuel. MagneGas Corp. converts liquid-based materials into hydrogen-based fuel, removing acetylene from the process. GM is trialing the […]
DBusiness Earns Four Awards at the Alliance Editorial Excellence Awards
ROYAL OAK — The Alliance of Area Business Professionals awarded DBusiness magazine four awards recently at the 2012 Editorial Excellence Awards, including Best Overall Design. Other awards included silver in the […]
Newcomer and Veteran Projects Debut at Maker Faire 2012
DEARBORN — More than 400 makers will bring their Do-It-Yourself wonders to The Henry Ford, for Maker Faire Detroit 2012, July 28 and 29. This event is the Midwest’s largest two-day […]
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Stress Relief
Stress and burnout are the silent killers of productivity, causing more than 60 percent of work absences each year. The prevalence of instant messaging, laptops, smartphones, iPhones, iPads, and BlackBerrys make it difficult for anyone to unplug from work.
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Lending at Lite Speed
Think it’s tough to get a business loan? Imagine what a bank must go through to meet Dodd-Frank — onerous background checks on loan officers and applicants (including fingerprinting), stifling regulations, caps on fees, and exhaustive documentation.
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By the Book
In 40,000 photos taken between 2005 and 2011, Julia Reyes Taubman captured every nook and cranny of Motown — from motorcycle clubs to scattershot
Oakland County Named One of Most Digitally Advanced in the U.S.
PONTIAC — Oakland County, Mich. is ranked among the most digitally advanced counties in America for the eighth year in a row in the 2012 Digital Counties Survey by the […]
PublicCity PR Announces New Client, The Townsend Hotel
SOUTHFIELD — PublicCity PR, a boutique agency specializing in media and community relations for small to midsize companies, is pleased to announce the addition of The Townsend Hotel to its […]
U-M to Play Leading Role in NSF Project
ANN ARBOR — In a move designed to fast-track more research from the lab to the real world, the University of Michigan was named one of two new nodes of […]
Flagstar Announces Return to Profitability in Q2 2012
TROY — Flagstar Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Flagstar Bank, FSB, Wednesday announced its return to profitability, reporting second quarter 2012 net income applicable to common stockholders of $86.0 […]
Kickstarter “Not Necessarily” Unfriendly Towards Technology Projects
ANN ARBOR — RFD Insight, Inc., an Ann Arbor-based business consulting firm, has supported Tellurex Corporation of Traverse City in a successful Kickstarter campaign, helping to raise 131 percent of […]
Wine & Dine in the D to Benefit Multiple Myelomea Research Foundation
NORTHVILLE — The Second Annual Wine & Dine in the D, an evening of gourmet food, fine wine, and the jazz vocals of Detroit’s Ursula Walker, will take over Orchestra […]
Entrepreneurs, Start-up Companies Invited to SAE Convergence 2012
DETROIT — SAE International announces the debut of its “Innovation Start-up Marketplace” at the SAE Convergence event, slated for Oct. 16-17 at Cobo Hall in Detroit. “Innovation Marketplace” offers the […]
New Innovation Start-up Marketplace at SAE Convergence 2012
DETROIT — SAE International announces the debut of its “Innovation Start-up Marketplace” at the SAE Convergence event, slated for Oct. 16-17 at Cobo Hall in Detroit. “Innovation Marketplace” offers the […]
Syntel Reports Second Quarter 2012 Financial Results
TROY — Syntel, Inc., a global information technology services and Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO) company, announced financial results for the second quarter, ended June 30, 2012. Syntel’s revenue for the second quarter […]
Detroit Businesses Launch Inaugural Live Downtown Games
DETROIT — Every four years the world’s finest athletes take the stage to compete in the Olympic Games. This year Detroit will host its own version when employees from five […]
Sky Zone Opens Its Doors in Michigan
CANTON — Metro Detroit residents no longer need to travel far and wide for the ultimate 3-D play experience as Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, creator of the world’s first […]
KPMG Survey Highlights Positive Predictions for U.S. Auto Companies
DETROIT – Armed with growing revenues, strong balance sheets, and a desire to keep up with increasing vehicle demand, U.S. auto executives expect to boost domestic headcount and expand facilities in […]
Oakland Launches Website to Access Economic Development Services
WATERFORD — Three clicks of a computer mouse is all it takes for businesses and citizens to discover the wealth of services offered by the Department of Economic Development & […]
Detroit Area Residents Rally to Support Homeownership
DETROIT — More than 650 area residents representing a wide range of interests gathered at a Rally for Homeownership today in Detroit to highlight homeownership’s vital importance to families and […]
New Directors Announced for Chamber Board, Schlichting to Lead
DETROIT — The Detroit Regional Chamber has announced the election of Nancy M. Schlichting, CEO of Henry Ford Health System, as chair of its Board of Directors for the 2012-2013 […]
Patterson: Balanced Budget Through 2015 Without a Tax Increase
Pontiac — A 10-year capital improvement plan, no new budget tasks for county departments and elected officials for the first time since 2006, and changes in employee compensation and health […]
Irish American Chamber of Commerce Founded in June, Growing Quickly
ROYAL OAK, MI — David O’Connor was invited to hear Governor Rick Snyder speak at the Oakland County International Airport in Waterford in October 2011 on behalf of the Lakes […]
Detroit RiverFront Conservancy Secures Funding to Complete Further Development
DETROIT– The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy announced Monday the launch of new partnerships and a series of construction projects to complete the east Riverfront development, connecting the RiverWalk to its green […]
MGM Grand to Open New Restaurant
DETROIT— MGM Grand Detroit, among the city’s premier entertainment destination, announced today the fall 2012 grand opening of its newest restaurant, TAP. With its eclectic and stylish sports theme, this […]
Engineering Society of Detroit Names New Board Members
SOUTHFIELD — The Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD) has appointed six new members to its board of directors effective, bringing the total board members to 28. The new members are: […]
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Switching Lanes and Taking Names
As Dbusiness interns, we focus on the power of the spoken word, but at General Motors’ Intern Ride and Drive on July 11, the focus was on us. We were […]
