
Chamber Response: Impact of Secretary of State’s Ruling on Legislative Attendance at the Mackinac Policy Conference
March 11, 2025A recent ruling from the Secretary of State’s office impacts legislators’ ability to attend the Mackinac Policy Conference, saying the…

2024 Mackinac Conference Concludes With A Toast to Michigan
May 30, 2024Attendees heard from legislative leaders who shared how they found themselves in Michigan politics and where they see the state…

Recognition of Daniel J. Loepp
May 30, 2024At the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference, Chamber President and CEO Sandy K. Baruah and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer recognized Daniel…

Anjelica Miller

Whitmer Announces Strategic Focus on Automotive and Mobility Innovation, New Chief Innovation Ecosystem Officer
May 30, 2024Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered a keynote address on the main stage at the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference.

Recognition of Sen. Debbie Stabenow
May 30, 2024Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy K. Baruah and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan recognized Sen. Debbie Stabenow at the…

Anjelica Miller

Navigating Divisive Times
May 30, 2024When it comes to representing Michigan in Washington, members of Congress and the Senate told the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference…

Recognition of Sandy Pierce at the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference
May 30, 2024Sandy Pierce was recognized for her inspiring and trailblazing career on stage during the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference.

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Shaping Michigan’s Future
May 30, 2024During a panel discussion on shaping Michigan’s future, top executives shared concerns that too many young people are leaving the…

After School: Good for Kids. Good for Business.
May 30, 2024This discussion, hosted by Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, addressed how the expansion and enhancement of quality after-school programs can…

Business-led Approaches to Solving the Talent Crisis
May 30, 2024Overcoming the talent crisis requires cohesive, equitable investments in the people and systems that already exist in southeast Michigan. This…

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