THE BIG M event, to be held June 9-12 at Detroit’s Cobo Center, is devoted to manufacturing. But from 5-7:30 p.m. on June 10, “M” will stand for “matchmaking,” as Automation Alley, Michigan’s largest technology business association, prepares to host its Summer Member Networking event at its MSV Innovation Factory on THE BIG M show floor, taking networking to a whole new level.More
On March 25, 2014 The International Association of Holistic Providers held a very spiritual, yet motivating meeting. Cathleen Francois, the founder of the International Association of Holistic Providers, was present with the Royal Oak Community Commision Recognition Award for Outstanding Support. More
Excited members and invited guests gathered on Thursday evening, April 10th, to celebrate individual and organizational accomplishments on behalf of the Environmental Management Association (www.emaweb.org). Attendees networked, enjoyed the event, learned about some special students and honored those companies making great strides in the industry at the Detroit Athletic Club. This event brought together environmental management companies in Michigan and beyond for an evening of celebration, connection and sharing ideas on how achievements within their industry are making our region a cleaner, safer and better managed environment.More
Keeping pace with changing technology requires constant upgrading – but Ken Grundberg says the old devices that get left behind in that process often “have useful life left in them.”More
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has announced three Detroit projects that it said will result in about $9.1 million in new capital investment in the city and add about 157 new jobs. The developments are getting help from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the board of which signed off on aid for the projects on Wednesday.More
General Motors Co. plans to invest $449 million at its Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant and a battery assembly facility in suburban Detroit to build the next-generation Chevrolet Volt and two future vehicles that weren’t disclosed.More
In support of President Obama’s all-of-the-above energy strategy, the Energy Department today awarded more than $3 million to Connecticut-based FuelCell Energy for a project that could increase U.S. competitiveness in the fuel cell market and give businesses more affordable, cleaner power options. More
An enthusiastic group came out to meet and greet Sherwin Pomerantz, Michigan Israel Business Bridge’s (MIBB) new business representative in Israel. Mr. Pomerantz is President of Atid EDI, Ltd. (EDI), an economic development consulting firm based in Jerusalem with 9 employees. They have been in business for the past 21 years. EDI currently represents the regional trade and investment interests of a number of states in the United States and now has the MIBB as one of its new clients. They will be working to deepen the already significant business ties between the State of Israel and the State of Michigan.More
Join Automation Alley for a discussion on the shifting landscape in global aerospace and defense spending, as industry experts share firsthand insights about future spending trends in technologies related to cybersecurity, unmanned vehicles, intelligent systems and commercial aerospace.More
Dear Friend of the Detroit River,
Please join us as a Volunteer for the 2014 Detroit River Water Festival on Belle Isle!
The Detroit River Water Festival will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2014 from 10 am – 1:30 pm.
Volunteer registration begins at 8:00am in front of the Belle Isle Aquarium. We ask that volunteers arrive by 8:30am for orientation and to help prepare for the Water Festival.More
