July-August 2015
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Simple Real Estate Decisions May Not Be That Simple – Real Estate Q&A
SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION You purchase private mortgage insurance when buying a property to cover yourself in the event of default. Or you decide to make improvements to a property you […]
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Travel Michigan Names New Vice President
LANSING — The Michigan Economic Development Corp. has named Dave Lorenz as vice president of Travel Michigan. Lorenz has been serving as acting vice president since June. Lorenz has served […]
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DeNovo Sciences Names New Chief Scientific Officer
PLYMOUTH — Yixin Wang has been named chief scientific officer of DeNovo Sciences Inc., an innovator of cutting edge products of liquid biopsy. Wang is a veteran in molecular diagnostics […]
Jay Leno to Perform Benefit Show at Freedom Hill
STERLING HEIGHTS — A one-night performance on July 25 featuring Jay Leno that will benefit Beaumont’s Digestive Health Center of Excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of Crohn’s disease and colitis […]
iDashboards Partners With UK-based Business Solutions Co.
TROY — iDashboards, a data visualization space company, has partnered with BI Plugins, a UK–based provider of business solutions. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. “As a market-leading business […]
Batch Brewing Co. to Benefit Motown Museum
DETROIT — Detroit-based Batch Brewing Co. will donate $2 to Motown Museum throughout the month of July for each “Feelgood Tap” pint sold of the name “Four Hops Motown Museum IPA,” a floral and citrus-flavored […]
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DNR's New Website Tool Helps Anglers Locate Trout
LANSING — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has launched a new tool on its website called Trout Trails, which features a map of biologist-verified trout streams and lakes accessible to anglers […]
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Honigman Attoney Elected to Detroit Center for Family Advocacy Board
DETROIT — Robert M. Riley, an associate at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, was elected president by the Detroit Center for Family Advocacy’s recently formed board of directors. Riley’s […]
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Lighthouse of Pontiac Names New CEO
PONTIAC — Rick David has been named the new CEO of Lighthouse of Oakland County by the agency’s board of directors. Lighthouse has been providing support and resources empowering individuals […]
St. Joseph’s Health in New York Joins Livonia-based Trinity Health
LIVONIA — With all final regulatory approvals in place and the transition of Catholic sponsorship complete, St. Joseph’s Health in Syracuse, N.Y., is now a member of national system Trinity […]
Local Businesses Support Leader Dog Canine Center
ROCHESTER HILLS — Leader Dogs for the Blind is partnering with metro Detroit businesses to support the Leader Dog Canine Development Center, currently being renovated. Customers will have the option […]
New Jersey Firm Acquires Somerset Park in Troy
TROY — The Solomon Organization, based in Summit, N.J,. today acquired Somerset Park, a community of 2,226 apartments with a 9-hole golf course in Troy. The company plans to renovate […]
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Troy-based Rehmann Names New CEO
TROY — Rehmann Principal Randy Rupp has been named new CEO of the financial services firm. Rupp, of Saginaw, started his career with Rehmann as an intern, was later named […]
Comcast Spotlight Wins Global Gold Quill Award
SAN FRANCISCO — Comcast Spotlight Central Division, the advertising sales department of Comcast Cable, was presented with a 2015 Gold Quill Award from the International Association of Business Communicators at […]
State Park Lodging Nearly Full for Holiday Weekend
LANSING — This holiday weekend, many of Michigan’s 102 state parks will see an increase in occupants. “There are some campsites remaining, but the word is out. Michigan’s state parks are […]
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PeachWorks Adds Executive to Lead Global Sales
SOUTHFIELD — PeachWorks, a restaurant cloud platform for franchise chains, retail and food service, and independent operations, has appointed Robert Blackwell as its new director of global sales. Blackwell, with […]
Video Series Helps Viewers Enroll for Health Care Benefits
DETROIT — The Greater Detroit Area Health Council and St. Francis Cabrini Clinic is releasing animated, three-part health literacy video today. The video series is catered to adults eligible for […]
MEDC Awards $70M to Businesses, Communities; Adds 270 Jobs
LANSING — Four companies have been approved for incentives to support their expansions in the state, by the Michigan Strategic Fund. The state support will allow for two business expansions and […]
Massachusetts Firm Acquires Livonia-based Quality Metalcraft
LIVONIA —The Watermill Group, a private investment firm based in Lexington, Mass., today announced the acquisition of Livonia-based Quality Metalcraft Inc., a producer of engineered structural metal components and assemblies, […]
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Ingham County Bar Association Elects New President
LANSING — Jason T. Hanselman has been elected president of the Ingham County Bar Association for a one-year term. Hanselman of Dewitt has been an ICBA member for more than 10 […]
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Honigman Partner Named to Children’s Hospital Board
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — James H. Combs, a partner at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, was elected to the board of directors for the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. Combs, the […]
2 Law Firms Receive Awards for Detroit Bankruptcy Contributions
DETROIT — The law firms of Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, and Miller Canfield, have both received Turnaround Atlas Awards for their separate contributions to Detroit during the city’s bankruptcy. The […]
DFCU Financial Opens New Branch in Plymouth
DEARBORN — DFCU Financial has opened its newly constructed full-service branch in Plymouth. The Dearborn-based financial institution also operates 24 full-service branches in Detroit, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and Lansing. […]
Walsh College Leadership Center Opens Nominations for Family Business Award
NOVI — The Succession Success Award, a new recognition for family owned and operated businesses, is being offered by the Walsh College Leadership Center through the Best of Michigan Business awards […]
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Baker College Culinary Program Director Joins Elite Order
PORT HURON — Thomas F. Recinella has been inducted into the Honorable Order of the Golden Toque, the highest acclaimed recognition a chef can receive in the U.S. Induction took place […]
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Rockind Law Founder to Serve on National Advisory Board
SOUTHFIELD — Neil Rockind, founder of Southfield-based criminal defense law firm, Rockind Law, has been invited to serve on the Advisory Board for the Washington, D.C.-based National Academy of Criminal […]
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Plante Moran Adds New Enterprise Risk Partner
SOUTHFIELD— Plante Moran, a Southfield-based accounting firm, today announced they have taken on Troy A. Snyder as a partner in their enterprise risk assessment services practice. “I am thrilled to join […]
University of Michigan, Nike Announce Apparel Deal
ANN ARBOR — Nike has partnered with the University of Michigan to become the school’s official athletic footwear, apparel and equipment provider through 2027, with the option to extend the deal through 2031. “This decision, […]
3 Balls Racing to Host Fundraiser for Karmanos Cancer Institute
CLARKSTON—3 Balls Racing, a metro-Detroit based open track racing group, will hold its fourth annual fundraising event to benefit The Karmanos Cancer Institute on Aug. 8 through Aug. 9 at Waterford Hills Road Racing […]
Re/Max Defined Opens Troy Office
TROY — Re/Max Defined, a franchise of Re/Max that focuses on the Oakland County market, has announced the opening of its second Oakland County office in Troy. “It’s a great time to […]
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Integral Technologies Adds New Member to Board of Directors
CANTON—Integral Technologies, a lightweighting technology manufacturer, announced the addition of Jeffrey A. Babka as a member to its board of directors and as chairman of its audit committee. “We are extremely pleased to […]
Southfield Parks & Rec to Host Beer Tasting
SOUTHFIELD — The Parks and Recreation Department of Southfield has announced they will host a beer tasting event, called “Brew at the Burgh” on July 21. The event, which will take […]
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HRC Appoints New Vice Presidents
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Hubbell, Roth & Clark Inc., an engineering services firm, has appointed Michael MacDonald, of Lathrup Village, and James Burton, of Macomb Township, to its board of directors […]
National Association for Women Business Owners Names President
DETROIT—The National Association for Women Business Owners — Greater Detroit Chapter today named Tanya R. Allen as its new president. Allen is the founder and CEO of ForeverFresh, a Detroit-based disposable undergarments […]
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Wayne State University Appoints Interim Diversity and Inclusion Vice Dean
DETROIT— Wayne State University has appointed Dr. Herbert Smitherman Jr., as assistant interim dean of diversity and inclusion. Smitherman will serve in the new position on an interim basis while a […]
Detroit Interns Compete for the 'Best Idea' for Non-profits
DETROIT — A Royal Oak-based advertising firm has developed an intern competition to benefit Detroit-area non-profit organizations. The competition, called Idea Generation: The Non-Profit Project, will be held in partnership with Quicken […]
Adcraft to Build Playground, Honor Radio Legend Bill Burton
DETROIT — The Adcraft Club of Detroit will build a playground on Detroit’s west side in memory of Bill Burton. The park will be built for Mason Elementary and Middle School students, […]
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The Madison Building Wins International TOBY Award
DETROIT — The Madison Building, owned and managed by Detroit-based Bedrock Real Estate Services, won “The Outstanding Building of the Year” Award by the Building Owners and Managers Association. The award is […]
Trattoria da Luigi to Host Fundraising Event for Meals for Kids
ROYAL OAK — Royal Oak restaurateur Luigi Cutraro and executive chef of Trattoria da Luigi, Steve Siekierzynski, will host a fundraising event, “Dine Out for Hunger.” The event will raise funds for Gleaners Community […]
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Lego, Robotics Toy Store Opens in Grosse Pointe Park
GROSSE POINTE PARK — The Robot Garage, a LEGO and robotics toy store, will open to the public on Aug. 1 in Grosse Pointe Park. “Children love to invent,” says […]
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Michigan Economic Development Announces New Vice President
LANSING — The Michigan Economic Development Corp. promoted Biotech Venture Director Fredrick Molnar to vice president of entrepreneurship and innovation, effective immediately. Molnar was named MEDC’s biotech venture director in MEDC’s entrepreneurship, […]
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National Coney Island Offers 50 Cent Coneys for Golden Anniversary
ROSEVILLE — Family-owned National Coney Island will celebrate its 50th anniversary celebration by offering 50 cent coney dogs beginning 7 a.m. Tuesday. “When my father opened the first National Coney […]
Rochester Wellness Event Addresses Suburban Poverty
ROCHESTER — An event called Back-to-School Bonanza!, will seek to highlight and address the problem of suburban poverty. The event takes place Aug. 8 in Rochester Hills. “Despite our improving economy and our […]
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Carhartt Appoints New Director of Technical Design
DEARBORN — Carhartt has named Mia Isom as its director of technical design. Isom will be responsible for leading the department’s strategic development, providing vision and creating tactical plans for […]
$60M Gift to Support U-M Entrepreneurship Programs
ANN ARBOR — The University of Michigan’s Samuel Zell and Robert H. Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business has received a pledge of […]
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Plante Moran Names New Director to International Tax Practice
SOUTHFIELD — Plante Moran, a wordwide public accounting and business advisory firm, has named Kellie Becker to leader of the firm’s international tax practice in Southfield. Becker has 15 years […]
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Attorney Joins Honigman’s IP Practice
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Brandon C. Griffith has joined Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP as an associate in its Intellectual Property Department’s Patent Practice Group in the firm’s Bloomfield Hills […]
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Mall Malisow & Cooney Director Named to VIP Woman of the Year Circle
FARMINGTON HILLS — Mai Kazakos-Resh was honored by the National Association of Professional Women as a 2015-2016 inductee into its VIP Woman of the Year Circle. She was recognized for […]
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National Association of Women Business Owners Names New President
DETROIT — The National Association of Women Business Owners, Greater Detroit Chapter has named Tanya R. Allen, founder and CEO of ForeverFresh, as the chapter’s new president. Allen, of West […]
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Brown & Brown Names New Marketing Manager
STERLING HEIGHTS —Tricia Nielsen-Rawlins has been named marketing manager of Brown & Brown of Detroit. With nearly 30 years in the insurance industry, Nielsen-Rawlins will be responsible for all new […]
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Orlans Group Adds to Management Team
TROY—The Orlans Group, a legal and real estate services company, has promoted Mike Telford to senior vice president of eTitle, eAMC, and Towne Auction; and Vince Imbrogno to director of […]
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Kraemer Design Group Names New Architectural Designer
DETROIT — Detroit-based Kraemer Design Group PLC, an architecture, interior design, and creative firm, has hired Kevin Gurtowsky, as an architectural designer. Gurtowsky interned with the firm in the summer […]
American Society of Employers to Host Global Mobility Seminar
DEARBORN — The American Society of Employers will hold a one-day human resources seminar focused on global mobility issues at the University of Michigan-Dearborn on Aug. 19. “Recruiting and retaining top […]
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Eddie Merlot's Names New President
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Eddie Merlot’s, known for hand-cut prime beef, seafood, and an extensive collection of wines, has named Geoffrey D.K. Stiles as its new president. Stiles is […]
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MedNetOne Health Solutions Adds New Managers
ROCHESTER — Kathryn Correll and Andrew Kurecka have joined MedNetOne Health Solutions, a health care management organization in Rochester. Kurecka will serve as manager of outcomes research and Correll as […]
Automation Alley to Host Seminar on Cuban Business Opportunities
TROY — Automation Alley, a technology business association focused on growing the economy and enhancing the reputation of Southeast Michigan, will host “Cuba: The Next Frontier,” a seminar about the opportunities and […]
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Grants Offered to Grow Local Food Businesses
DETROIT — Citizens Bank, Eastern Market Corp., and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. today announced the latest round of of micro grants through Eastern Market to support food-based small businesses […]
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Rose Pest Solutions President to Lead National Association
TROY — Russ Ives, president of Troy-based Rose Pest Solutions, was elected president of the National Pest Management Association, headquartered in Fairfax, Va. Ives, of Birmingham, will be the third […]
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2015 Powered by Women
With women-owned businesses in Michigan continuing to increase in number, we asked our readers to nominate female business leaders in the region who are driving profits, adding employees, and opening new opportunities.
Forgotten Harvest Provides 100,000 Sack Lunches for Kids
OAK PARK — Forgotten Harvest volunteers are serving more than 100,000 sack lunches this summer to feed children whose families are unable to purchase an adequate amount of food to […]
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38 Special, Dennis DeYoung to Play GM Concert Series
DETROIT — The 10th annual General Motors Rockin’ on the Riverfront concert series will continue this Friday with 38 Special, and Dennis DeYoung of Styx on July 24, between the Renaissance Center and the Detroit […]
Kroger to Reopen Former Hiller’s Market Stores Next Week
NOVI — Five former Hiller’s Market locations will reopen as Kroger stores next week. Investment in the former locations is part of Kroger’s Michigan-wide strategy to invest nearly $150 million in […]
Three Metro Detroit Health Systems Named 'Most Wired'
Three health systems have been named the nation’s “Most Wired” hospitals, by the American Health Association in its 2015 survey. The Detroit Medical Center, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, and Beaumont […]
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Panera Bread to Open First Downtown Detroit Location
DETROIT — St. Louis-based bakery and café, Panera Bread, is scheduled to open its first downtown Detroit location in early 2016. Covering more than 4,400 square feet, the restaurant will be […]
Ford to Sponsor Freedom Hill Summer Concerts
STERLING HEIGHTS — Ford Motor Co. has joined Freedom Hill, an outdoor entertainment venue, for a three-year partnership. The partnership will provide naming rights to the VIP Concourse area and […]
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Hubbell, Roth & Clark Adds New Senior Associate
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Hubbell, Roth & Clark Inc., an engineering services firm, has named Timothy Sullivan as a senior associate. Sullivan, of Northville, will be responsible to lead project management […]
International Automotive Components Opens Another Facility in China
SOUTHFIELD — Worldwide automotive interiors supplier International Automotive Components, with a regional headquarters in Southfield, continued its aggressive global expansion with the inauguration of its newest facility located in Hangzhou, […]
Downtown Detroit Partnership Challenges Community to Walk Detroit
DETROIT — The Downtown Detroit Partnership today launched Walk Detroit today, a six-month campaign to inspire residents and visitors to discover Detroit. The campaign is designed to increase foot traffic in […]
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Detroit Medical Center Names New Vice President
DETROIT— The Detroit Medical Center has named Bryan Roach as vice president of Project Management Office/Lean operations. Roach joined the DMC as senior director of operations finance. In this new […]
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Campanelli & Pear Names New Assistant Director
TROY — Campanelli & Pear, a fine jewelry salon in Troy, has named Michelle Corcoran as assistant director of the store. Corcoran will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of […]
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PACE Southeast Michigan Adds Clinical Pharmacist
DETROIT — Janis Rood has joined PACE Southeast Michigan as a clinical pharmacist. Rood joins the interdisciplinary team at the Detroit Northwest campus where she will manage medication therapy for […]
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Conway MacKenzie Names New Managing Director
BIRMINGHAM — Conway MacKenzie has named executive Michael Musso as the firm’s new managing director. Musso has 30 years of experience in leading and rebuilding underperforming companies as CEO, financial […]
Belle Isle Concert, Race Set for Aug. 8
DETROIT — The fourth annual Once Around Belle Isle Festival, taking place on the shores of Belle Isle State Park Beach on Aug. 8, has announced the full Moosejaw Paddlerama […]
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Townsend Hotel Adds Assistant Food & Beverage Director
BIRMINGHAM — Jérôme Fosset has been added to the Townsend Hotel staff as an assistant food and beverage director. Fosset, of Birmingham, is responsible for operational support of The Townsend’s banquet department, […]
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A Badger Tale
New app helps Troy-based logistics firm recover from the recession.
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Guiding Light
An inventor from Novi uses light to eliminate production errors.
Tune In
When Alan Sussman started in the advertising business in 1964, television commercials were the best vehicles for moving retail goods. Today, with the proliferation of online ads, Sussman says TV […]
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Boosting Detroit
Young CEO of the Year hopes new energy drink adds sparkle to the city.
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PDA Q&A: Cedric Ballarin
Vice President, Faurecia North America, Auburn Hills
Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority Launches Procurement Process
WINDSOR —The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority today announced the first stage in the procurement process to select a private sector partner for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project, is now available […]
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More than Sirius
Engineering researchers at the University of Michigan are taking intelligent personal assistant application capability beyond the realm of possibility.
Spin View
Some have peered at the moon and gone on to map the galaxy or embark on a lunar landing. Others, like Douglas Willett, have peered at the moon and been inspired […]
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Focus: Remote Payment
For DTE Energy, drug stores have become a fertile ground for customers who traditionally stood in long lines at their payment centers.
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Rhonda Walker Foundation to Hold 5k Run to Raise Awareness for Childhood Obesity
DETROIT — The Rhonda Walker Foundation is hosting its annual Give and Get Fit 5K Run, Walk, and 10K Race Sunday at 8:00 a.m., along the Detroit Riverfront at Rivard Plaza. […]
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Honigman Partner Joins Detroit Museum Board
DETROIT— The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit has elected Lynn A. Gandhi, a partner at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, to its board of directors. The museum, which features contemporary art […]
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The Mighty Wurlitzer
An automotive design museum in Chesterfield Township combines classic cars, mechanical wonders, and one amazing grand organ.
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‘It’s All Turned Out Real Well’
Detroiter Mike Kinsley on His Roots, Punditry, and Battling Parkinson’s Disease.
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Swift Vigilance
The commissioning of the USS Detroit next spring provides a unique opportunity to celebrate and commemorate the state’s maritime industry.
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Mother of Motors
The original Pontchartrain Hotel only lasted 13 years, but it helped to foster the automotive industry.
Troy Auto Repair Shop Offers Discounts to Low Income Workers
TROY — Nicola “Nick” Kakish, owner and operator of Revive Auto Repair in Troy, is offering vehicle repairs for individuals with low incomes at a significant discount rate. “Living in […]
Racing Enthusiasts to Drive to Speed Up Cure for Cancer
CLARKSTON — 3 Balls Racing, a metropolitan Detroit-based open track driving group, will hold its fourth annual charity fundraiser to benefit The Karmanos Cancer Institute. “This will be our fourth […]
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Legal Eagles
For the third year, DBusiness honors six young lawyers as nominated by our readers and their peers.
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Hyper Speed
The inside story of how a trio of young entrepreneurs convinced billionaire Dan Gilbert to back high-speed Internet service in Detroit — and beyond.
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Next Generation
General Motors and Ford Motor Co. are investing millions of dollars to upgrade their historic technical and research centers in a bid to better compete for talent with Google, Apple, Uber, and others.
Jolly Pumpkin to Host Jordan Morgan Foundation Launch
DETROIT — Jolly Pumpkin Pizzeria and Brewery will host the launch on Saturday of the Jordan Morgan Foundation, a nonprofit founded by former University of Michigan basketball player Jordan Morgan that […]
New MOD Pizza Locations to Hire 130 Employees
LIVONIA— Michigan-based TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants, is looking to hire more than 130 employees for five new MOD Pizza locations opening across Detroit this year. “The rapid expansion of MOD Pizza has given us […]
Karmanos Partners to Hold Annual Fundraisers
DETROIT —The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute Partners Committee, which has worked to raise awareness and funds for the cancer research center, will hold its annual Golf Classic on Aug. […]
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GPS Hospitality Acquires 60 New Burger King Locations
ATLANTA— GPS Hospitality today announced its acquisition of sixty Burger King restaurants in Michigan from TEAM Scholstak Family Restaurants. The Michigan acquisition marks the largest purchase for GPS to date. […]
Thousands of State Taxpayers Overpay Due to Programing Issue
LANSING — Inaccurate programming issues at the Michigan Department of the Treasury has resulted in thousands of Michigan business and individual tax payers to overpay for sales, use, and withholding […]
