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Detroit Regional Chamber PAC endorses Mary Sheffield for mayor and names city council picks
The Detroit Regional Chamber Political Action Committee (PAC) has announced its endorsement of Mary Sheffield for the 2025 Detroit mayoral election.
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How small businesses can market their made-in-USA products effectively
Reshoring manufacturing operations can help businesses attract new customers and strengthen brand loyalty.
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Motor City Match opens applications for Round 30 supporting new and expanding Detroit businesses
Motor City Match has opened applications for its 30th round, inviting new and expanding businesses in Detroit to apply for support.
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Gilbert Family Foundation invests $4M in Black-led business growth in Detroit
The Gilbert Family Foundation has announced a $4 million investment to support Black-led businesses and community developers in Detroit.
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Applications open for WomanUp & Pitch competition supporting women entrepreneurs across Michigan
Applications are now open for the 2026 WomanUp & Pitch Business Plan and Pitch Competition, organized by Michigan Women Forward.
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Detroit launches second round of grants for longtime neighborhood businesses
The City of Detroit has announced the second round of its Legacy Business Project, which provides grants to support businesses that have been operating in the city for more than 30 years.
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Small business sentiment mixed as tariffs and labor concerns weigh on outlook
Small business owners across the United States are reporting mixed outlooks on the economy, with concerns about tariffs, technology adoption, and consumer spending shaping their expectations for the coming months.
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Detroit Future City announces annual forum with focus on next decade
Detroit Future City (DFC) will host its 2025 Annual Forum, known as the Future City Forum, on September 25 at The Icon in Detroit.
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Apple opens first U.S. manufacturing academy in Detroit with MSU partnership
Apple has opened its first manufacturing academy in the United States, choosing downtown Detroit as its location.
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Majority of U.S. small businesses now use AI amid rising regulatory concerns
Almost 60 percent of small businesses in the United States are now using artificial intelligence, according to the latest edition of the U.S. Chamber’s “Empowering Small Business: The Impact of Technology on U.S. Small Business” report.
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August brings new funding opportunities for small businesses through several targeted grant programs
A variety of grant programs are available in August to support small businesses across different sectors.
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Detroit Regional Chamber urges action as Michigan faces possible government shutdown
The Detroit Regional Chamber has raised concerns about the ongoing budget impasse between the Michigan House and Senate, warning that a failure to reach an agreement by the September 30 deadline could lead to a state government shutdown.
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Detroit Regional Chamber urges lawmakers to prioritize education reforms amid state budget impasse
While Michigan lawmakers continue to debate the state budget, business leaders are urging them to prioritize education funding that focuses on results.
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Detroit Regional Chamber calls for action on education funding amid budget deadlock
The Detroit Regional Chamber, along with other business organizations across Michigan, has called on state lawmakers to approve an education budget focused on results.
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U.S. Chamber: New tariffs could cost small businesses $202 billion annually
Small businesses in the United States are expected to face an estimated $202 billion in annual tariffs due to recently announced changes in trade policy.
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Detroit sees population growth as downtown revitalization accelerates
Detroit has experienced a notable turnaround, with population growth reported for two consecutive years.
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Detroit Regional Chamber congratulates mayoral finalists after August primary
The Detroit Regional Chamber has congratulated Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch for advancing in the Aug. 5 primary election for Mayor of Detroit.
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Report suggests upskilling current staff may ease hiring shortages at small businesses
A new report from WGU Labs indicates that small businesses struggling to find qualified employees could benefit from upskilling their existing workforce.
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Detroit Regional Chamber opposes graduated income tax as state board remains deadlocked
The proposed graduated income tax petition, which would increase taxes by 5% on high-income earners to support public schools, reached a standstill at the Michigan Board of State Canvassers this week.
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Michigan considers new fund for statewide expansion of high school-college dual enrollment
Michigan is seeking ways to increase the number of students who earn college degrees, with advocates and educators pointing to expanded funding for dual enrollment as a possible solution.