March-April 2015
Ninth Annual River Days Festival Planned for June
DETROIT — The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy will host its ninth annual River Days Festival on June 19-21. “River Days is the unofficial kick-off to summer for Detroit,” says Mark Wallace, […]
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TechTown Detroit Names New President, CEO
DETROIT — Ned Staebler, Wayne State University’s vice president for economic development, has been appointed president and CEO of TechTown Detroit, the Detroit business accelerator and incubator founded in partnership […]
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Varnum Names New Partners to Novi Office
GRAND RAPIDS — Matthew W. Bower, Dennis M. Devaney, and Richard P. Manczak have been elected partners at Varnum in the firm’s Novi office. Bower, of Bloomfield Hills, is a […]
Culinary Association Names Top Chefs, Teams for Regional Competition
DETROIT — The American Culinary Federation’s Michigan Chefs de Cuisine Association held its annual gala at the Oakland Hills Country Club where it announced its chapter awards and local chefs […]
Challenge Detroit Accepting New Applications
DETROIT – Challenge Detroit, an initiative to attract and retain top talent for economic revitalization in Detroit, is now accepting applications for its fall program for individuals wanting to make […]
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Vistage Michigan Names New President
ST. CLAIR SHORES — Jane Owen has been named the new president of Vistage Michigan, an affiliate of the world’s leading chief executive organization. Owen has been a member of […]
Senior Center Changes Name to PACE Southeast Michigan
DETROIT — The Center for Senior Independence — part of the national PACE program— is changing its name to PACE Southeast Michigan, to further connect its work and resources with […]
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McKeen & Associates Adds New Attorney
DETROIT — Kenneth D. Lee has been named an associate at McKeen & Associates. Lee, who will focus his practice on personal injury and medical malpractice, is admitted to practice […]
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WSU Names Associate VP for Prinicipal Gifts
DETROIT – The Wayne State University Division of Development and Alumni Affairs has named Jefferson Porter as the associate vice president for principal gifts. In October, Wayne State announced the […]
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2,000 Students Get Free Access to DIA Rivera-Kahlo Exhibit
DETROIT — Bank of America, a major supporter of the much-anticipated Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit exhibition, which opens March 15 at the Detroit Institute of Arts, is […]
Stock Scholarship Contest Posts Early Top 10 Standings
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Bloomfield Hills Financial Fourth Annual “Stock-to-Scholarship Challenge” is underway with more than 400 metro Detroit high students trading stocks online vying for a total of $8,500 in […]
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Joe Muer Seafood Restaurant Names SMZ as New Advertising Agency
TROY — Joe Muer Seafood, one of Detroit’s finest restaurants known for its rich history has named SMZ as its new advertising agency of record. “We’re excited to welcome SMZ […]
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GKN Driveline Americas Names Vice President of Manufacturing Engineering
AUBURN HILLS — GKN Driveline Americas has named Sandra Bouckley as vice president of manufacturing engineering and will be based at the company’s headquarters in Auburn Hills. Bouckley will lead […]
$10M Donated to Temple Israel for Music Program
WEST BLOOMFIELD — Temple Israel, among the largest in the country, has received an endowment in excess of $10 million from Sarah and Harold Gottlieb of Birmingham to establish The […]
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1-800-LAW-FIRM Names New COO
SOUTHFIELD — Kevin O’Connor has been promoted to COO at 1-800-LAW-FIRM PLLC, a Southfield-based full service law firm. Previously, O’Connor worked as a consultant turning around unprofitable businesses, developing and launching […]
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Egypt Valley Country Club to Host Michigan PGA Professional Championship
ADA – Egypt Valley Country Club will be the site of the Michigan PGA Professional Championship for the next two years, Kevin Helm, executive director of the Michigan Section of […]
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Detroit-based Better Made Marks 85th Anniversary
DETROIT — Founded in 1930 in Detroit as Cross and Peters in Detroit, Better Made Snack Foods is marking its 85th anniversary with the release of a new retrospective book […]
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Quinn Law Group Names New Shareholder
NOVI — David Nay of Novi has become a new shareholder of Quinn Law Group PLLC. Nay joined the firm in 2010 and focuses his legal practice on all aspects […]
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William Davidson Foundation Names Strategy Officer
TROY —The William Davidson Foundation has appointed Darin McKeever as its first chief program and strategy officer. An experienced social entrepreneur and expert in global philanthropy, McKeever joins the foundation […]
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Hall Render Adds New Associate Attorney
DETROIT – Lisa Lucido has joined Hall, Render, Killian, Heath & Lyman, as an associate attorney in the firm’s Detroit office. Lucido, of Sterling Heights, will practice in the area […]
Griffin Claw to Host International Women's Brew Day
BIRMINGHAM — Griffin Claw Brewing Co. is one of three breweries in Michigan hosting this year’s International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day on Sunday in Birmingham. Women brewers from around the […]
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Henry Ford Hospital Physcian Named to National Board
DETROIT — Marwan Abouljoud, M.D., director of the Henry Ford Transplant Institute, has been elected to serve as a director on the American Board of Surgery. The independent, nonprofit organization […]
Freedom Hill Announces Initial Summer Concert Lineup
STERLING HEIGHTS — Freedom Hill Amphitheatre today announced the first shows of its 2015 concert season, with the full summer concert, festival, and special event lineup to be announced in […]
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Engineering Society of Detroit Names New Executive Director
SOUTHFIELD — Robert Magee has been named executive director of the Engineering Society of Detroit. Magee was named interim executive vice president of ESD last August and was named to […]
JARC to Host Job Fair for 100 Open Positions
FARMINGTON HILLS – JARC, an organization serving people with disabilities, has teamed up with three other local non-profit agencies — JVS, Angel’s Place, and Kadima — to host its first […]
$25,000 Awarded to Livingston Educational Program for Families
HOWELL — The Community Foundation for Livingston County has awarded a $25,000 grant to the Livingston Educational Service Agency to support a countywide program for families and children. The grant […]
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Former Sen. Levin to Join Honigman Law Firm
DETROIT — Former Sen. Carl M. Levin, Michigan’s longest-serving U.S. Senator, will join Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP in April as senior counsel. In his 36-year Senate career, Levin […]
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Freedom Hill Names New General Manager
STERLING HEIGHTS — Freedom Hill Amphitheatre has named Michael Sydlowski as its new general manager. Sydlowski will oversee daily operations of the facility, including sponsorships, marketing, ticketing, hospitality and community […]
Bagger Dave’s To Benefit Children’s Leukemia Foundation
SOUTHFIELD — For all of March, Bagger Dave’s Burger Tavern seeks to help more than 4,500 Michigan families associated with the Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan through their Hoops for […]
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Aquinas President Named to College Association Board
GRAND RAPIDS — Juan Olivarez, president of Aquinas College, has been elected to the Council of Independent Colleges board of directors and will serve a three-year term. Olivarez and the […]
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JRT Adds New IT Team Members
FARMINGTON HILLS — JRT, a creative marketing services firm, has added Bret Hopman, Tom Jeffrey, Rob Stackable, and Cody Yachasz to its information technology team. Hopman joins JRT as digital […]
Strategic Staffing Solutions Earns STEM Designation
DETROIT — Strategic Staffing Solutions, a Detroit-based global IT and business services company, announced today that it has been designated a 2015 STEM jobs approved employer. “One of S3’s top […]
Warner Norcross Launches Appellate Practice Academy
GRAND RAPIDS — Warner Norcross & Judd LLP has launched an Appellate Practice Academy to prepare attorneys for the experience of arguing cases at the appellate level. The academy allows […]
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Amplifinity Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer
ANN ARBOR — Trisha Winter has been appointed chief marketing officer for Amplifinity, a global technology-driven referral amplification software. Winter, of Farmington Hills, will be overseeing a newly expanded Amplifinity marketing […]
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FordDirect Names Senior-Level Executive Promotions
DEARBORN — FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford Motor Co. and its franchise dealers, have promotion of three employees to senior-level positions, including Jeff Krupp to senior vice president of […]
New Documentary to Air on History of Armenian Music in Detroit
DETROIT — Motown is often associated with the likes of Diana Ross and the Stevie Wonder. In reality, Detroit’s nickname encompasses a rich tapestry of music and musicians that includes […]
Rockin’ on the Riverfront Concert Series Returns July 10
DETROIT — Rockin’ on the Riverfront will return this summer to celebrate a decade of classic rock on the Detroit riverfront. Kicking off on July 10, the annual concert series […]
Today is World Kidney Day — Drink Water
ANN ARBOR — Today is World Kidney Day and the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is asking Michigan residents to drink a glass of water to celebrate their kidneys. […]
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Karmanos Cancer Institute Names New Chief Financial Officer
DETROIT — The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute has named Brian Gamble as its new executive vice president and chief financial officer. Gamble will provide strategic leadership to establish financial […]
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Finishing Touch
One of northern Michigan’s major
resorts gets a makeover. Deadline Nears for $30,000 Comcast Entrepreneurial Competition
PLYMOUTH — The deadline is nearing for startup companies and entrepreneurs in Michigan and the U.S. to compete for $30,000 in a competition sponsored by Comcast Business. Contest applicants must […]
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Plante Moran Adds CPA to Japanese Business Group
SOUTHFIELD — Plante Moran, a public accounting and business advisory firms, has named Tom Kurimura to the firm as a partner in its Japanese business services practice. Kurimura, of West […]
Visteon President to Step Down by End of 2015
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP — Visteon Corp. President and CEO Timothy D. Leuliette today announced he will leave the company by the end of 2015, upon the appointment of his successor. […]
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Boyne Names New Golf Sales Manager
BOYNE FALLS — Joe Arnold has been named golf sales manager for Boyne Resorts’ Michigan operations, which include Boyne Highlands Resort in Harbor Springs; Boyne Mountain Resort in Boyne Falls; […]
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Attorney Joins Dickinson Wright’s China Practice
ANN ARBOR — Attorney Fang Liu has joined Dickinson Wright’s China practice in the law firm’s Ann Arbor office. Liu brings nearly 10 years of legal experience in China and […]
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DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Names Chief Nursing Officer
COMMERCE — Renay Gagleard has been named chief nursing officer of the Detroit Medical Center’s Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital. Gagleard, of Lenox Township, has nearly 30 years of experience in clinical […]
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Farbman CEO Named to Global Leadership Board
SOUTHFIELD — NAI Farbman CEO Andrew Farbman was named vice chair of the NAI Global Members’ Leadership Board, a global network of owner-operated commercial real estate brokerage firms. The board […]
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Truscott Rossman Adds Senior Vice President
DETROIT – Shaun Wilson has been named the new senior vice president at the Detroit office of Truscott Rossman. The firm also has offices in Grand Rapids and Lansing. Wilson […]
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Snyder Names New Treasurer of Michigan
LANSING — Gov. Rick Snyder has named Nick Khouri, of Plymouth, who has extensive experience in both state government and the private sector, has been named Michigan’s new state treasurer. […]
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Arts & Scraps Names New Board Members
DETROIT – Arts & Scraps, a Detroit nonprofit organization that annually helps 275,000 children think, create and learn using recycled materials, has appointed four new members to its board of […]
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Dickinson Wright Attorney Renamed to Ethics Board
TROY — Dickinson Wright attorney Peter H. Webster has been reappointed to the State Board of Ethics by Gov. Rick Snyder. Webster is serving as chairman of the board. Webster, […]
Oakland County Bar Foundation to Host Annual Signature Event
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Oakland County Bar Foundation, a nonprofit foundation, will host its 16th Annual Signature Event to benefit Michigan-based law-related charitable causes May 1 at the Oakland Hills […]
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Varnum Adds New Aviation Attorney to Novi Office
NOVI – Veteran electronic transaction and aviation attorney Jill M. Miller has been named to Varnum’s law office in Novi. Miller’s practice includes a focus on the credit card, debit […]
French-American Chamber Plans Annual Benefit Gala
DETROIT — The French-American Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Chapter, a not-for-profit business organization committed to the improvement of economic, commercial and financial relations between France and the United States, will […]
Magic Johnson to 'Assist' Lansing Students at Benefit
LANSING — The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Economic Club and Lansing Promise Zone are bringing “Showtime” back to where it all began. Magic Johnson will be in Lansing on […]
GM to Change Business Model in Russia, Pull Opel Brand
DETROIT – General Motors today announced plans to change its business model in Russia to focus on the premium segment of the Russian market with Cadillac and U.S.-built iconic Chevrolet […]
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Shinola to Present 2 New Watch Styles at BaselWorld 2015
DETROIT — Shinola are showcasing two new watches at BaselWorld 2015 – the leading event for the watch and jewelry industry in Switzerland through March 26. These new timepieces build […]
Detroit Partnership Teams with Lambert, Edwards & Associates
DETROIT — Lambert, Edwards & Associates, one of Michigan’s top-ranked public relations agencies, has been named to lead and develop strategies to raise visibility and spread awareness about community events […]
Sunset at the Zoo Benefactor Bash Planned at Manoogian Mansion
ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoological Society’s Benefactor Bash for 150 high-level supporters of this year’s Sunset at the Zoo will be held at the Manoogian Mansion, home of Detroit […]
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New Credit Union Design Departs from Traditional Teller Lines
FARMINGTON HILLS — Community Choice Credit Union is doing away with its traditional teller lines and counters by transforming its branches into an open concept floor plan to promote a […]
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Honigman Adds Attorneys to Detroit, Bloomfield Hills
DETROIT — Three new attorneys have joined the Detroit-based law firm of Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn. They are: T.J. Johnson is a member of its intellectual property department and […]
The Detroit Zoo’s Spring Celebration Returns in April
The Detroit Zoo will be hosting its 24th annual Bunnyville celebration April 3-4.
Buddy’s Pizza Benefit to Support Capuchin Soup Kitchen
Buddy’s Pizza invites metro Detroiters to enjoy all-you-can-eat pizza during the 39th annual Slice for Life event to benefit the Capuchin Soup Kitchen.
Project Pinstripe Holds Career Workshop for Students
Project Pinstripe, a collaborative project that supplies attire to graduating students, will hold a career workshop March 28, handing out clothing and career advice to 130 high school seniors.
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Barton Malow Names New Director
Todd Doenitz has joined Barton Malow Company as its new director to lead the construction company’s self-perform concrete efforts throughout the Midwest.
AT&T Invests $1.7M in Michigan Wireless Upgrades
AT&T has invested more than $1.7 billion in its wireless and wired networks in Michigan between 2012 through 2014, company officials announced today.
Valet Parking Coming Back in Birmingham in April
Back by popular demand, the Birmingham Principal Shopping District has secured valet parking in Birmingham this spring.
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Cambridge Consulting Group Names New Partner
Robert Mangiapane has been named partner for Cambridge Consulting Group’s risk management practice group.
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Michigan Hispanic Chamber Names New Board Chair
The Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has elected JoAnn Chavez as chair of its board of directors.
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JRT Names New Client Service Executive
Tracey Juliette has been named client service executive for JRT, a creative marketing services firm specializing in planning, publishing, communications, web development, and event marketing.
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Community Foundation Names New HR Officer
Nancy Gerhardt Davies has been named human resources officer for the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan.
Google Partnership Puts Pure Michigan on the Map
A new partnership between Google and Pure Michigan, unveiled today at the Michigan Tourism Conference, will showcase Michigan’s most iconic destinations across the globe.
MGM Grand Detroit Donates Food to Gleaners
MGM Grand Detroit today delivered 18 pallets of food to Gleaners Community Food Bank, as part of its At The Heart of Hunger initiative to collect 16,000 pounds of food, monetary donations, and rescued food to the nonprofit. MGM Grand Detroit’s efforts will provide more than 25,000 meals.
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Motor City Wine Festival Announces Spring Schedule
Motor City Wine and Food Festival and the Oakland Literacy Council have announced their 2015 event schedule for the second Motor City Wine and Food Festival, providing fundraising support for adult literacy efforts in southeast Michigan.
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Art Van Names New VP of Communications
Art Van Furniture has promoted Diane Charles to vice president of corporate communications.
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Brooks Kushman Attorney Named Michigan IP Litigator of the Year
Brooks Kushman shareholder Frank Angileri has been named Michigan’s IP Litigator of the Year by Managing Intellectual Property magazine. The award is given each year during the publication’s North American Awards dinner.
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Detroit Zoological Society Leads Expeditions to Peru
The Detroit Zoological Society is leading its 17th annual expedition to the heart of the Peruvian rainforest to deliver school supplies to rural communities along the Amazon River.
Detroit Labs, Quicken Loans Create Building Maintenance App
Detroit Labs, a mobile development company in Detroit and Quicken Loans have launched a new facilities maintenance app called qPOP!.
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Manufacturing Institute to Honor Detroit Business Woman
WASHINGTON — The Manufacturing Institute will award Detroiter Nailah Ellis-Brown, CEO of Ellis Island Tropical Tea, with the Women in Manufacturing STEP Award. The STEP (Science, Technology, Engineering and Production) Awards […]
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Jolly Pumpkin Pizzeria and Brewery to Open in Detroit
Six years after Ron Jeffries’ coveted beers inspired both Jolly Pumpkin Café and Brewery in Ann Arbor and Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales brewery in Traverse City, Detroit will welcome a new concept centered around the widely-known brand.
MEDC Approves State Business Community Projects
LANSING —The Michigan Economic Development Corp. today announced Michigan Strategic Fund approval of five economic development actions including the Superior Trade Zone as the state’s newest Next Michigan Development Corp., […]
Registration Open for Comau Scholarships in Detroit, Italy
DETROIT — Registration is officially opened for Comau’s Project & People Management School 2015, which will be held in the company’s global locations in Turin, Detroit, Shanghai, and in 2016, […]
Art Van to Host Career Fair in Auburn Hills
Art Van Furniture will be hosting a career fair March 31 at its Great Lakes Crossing Outlet stores, at 4612 Baldwin Rd., Auburn Hills. They will be filling 20 full […]
Forman Mills Clothing Factory Warehouse to Open in Pontiac
PONTIAC — Forman Mills Clothing Factory Warehouse will open a new store in Pontiac on Friday — the New Jersey-based company’s sixth in Michigan. The store, located in the Oakland […]
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Detroit Zoo’s Wild Adventure Zone Re-opens April 1
ROYAL OAK — Detroit Zoo visitors can journey to Rio de Janeiro or travel back in time to ancient lands and seas with three films at the Wild Adventure Zone, […]
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Bavarian Inn Lodge President Named Hotelier of the Year
FRANKENMUTH — Judy Zehnder Keller, the president and the force behind the creation and success of the Bavarian Inn Lodge, has been chosen as the RD Musser Hotelier of the […]
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Arbor Investment Group Names New President
BLOOMFIELD HILL — Pamela Applebaum has been appointed as the new president of Arbor Investment Group Inc., succeeding her father, Eugene Applebaum, the founder and CEO, who will continue his […]
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Brooks Kushman Host Event to Help Girl Scouts Earn IP Patch
SOUTHFIELD — intellectual property law firm Brooks Kushman hosted an even for Girl Scouts in the Heart of Michigan Troop to earn their IP Patch. During the event, held at […]
KUKA Systems Expands in Clinton Township, Plans to Add 100 Jobs
LANSING — KUKA Systems North America is expanding its operations in Clinton Charter Township with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Michigan Economic Development Corp. announced today. The project […]
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Macomb Names New Deputy Health Officer
MOUNT CLEMENS — Krista R. Willette, RN, MSA, has been named the new deputy health officer of the Macomb County Health Department. Willette, from Armada, has served in the department […]
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CCS Names New Chair for Master of Fine Arts Design Program
DETROIT — The College for Creative Studies has named technology executive and educator Paul Pangaro as chair of its Master of Fine Arts Interaction Design program. Pangaro is founder of […]
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YMCA Detroit Elects New Board Leadership
DETROIT — The Board of Directors of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit has elected new officers for a two-year term to its historic board of directors. James M. Nicholson, vice […]
Eisbrenner Public Relations Moves to New Royal Oak Location
ROYAL OAK — Eisbrenner Public Relations, a business-to-business PR firm, is relocating to a new office in downtown Royal Oak. As of Monday the Eisbrenner PR offices will be located […]
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Detroit Fundraiser Honored for Lifetime Service
DETROIT — Richard K. Martin, a fundraiser who has been a leader in Michigan and around the world in encouraging the profession to address the issues of diversity and inclusion, […]
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New HR Director Named for Oakland
PONTIAC — Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson has appointed Jordie A. Kramer as director of human resources for Oakland County. Kramer, from Waterford Township, joined the Human Resources Department […]
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Erma's Opens Third Location in St. Clair Shores
ST. CLAIR SHORES — Erma’s Original Frozen Custard is adding a third location in the former Dairy Boy at 28840 Harper Avenue in Saint Clair Shores. “Fans have been asking […]
Christensen Law Opens Office in Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR – Southfield-based Christensen Law, a personal injury law firm, has opened an office in Ann Arbor. “I raised my family in Ann Arbor, and have lived here for […]
Fox Hills Adds Performance Center, Short Game Area
PLYMOUTH — After six months of renovations, Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center will open a new, one of a kind, 10,000 square foot performance center, along with a new […]
It's Easy to be Green at Detroit Zoo Event
ROYAL OAK — The Detroit Zoo will host its third annual GreenFest on April 18-19, dedicated to celebrating Earth Day and educating the community about environmental stewardship. Each GreenFest guest […]
