Apr. 18: Pancakes and Politics The Michigan Chronicle and sister company - Real Times Media announced the return of Pancakes and Politics. Promising more pertinent discussion on hot topics that affect the metro-Detroit community, the series will highlight a variety of current, pressing business, civic and political issues. The forums will take place on April 18, May 15 and June 19 at both the DAC in Detroit and for the first time the Townsend Hotel, in Birmingham. Individual tickets can be purchased for $65 per forum. Click on the title above for more information.
May 8: NAWBO Marketing and Public Relations Workshops The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Greater Detroit Chapter and NAWBO/EXCEL will present a series of marketing and public relations workshops for the Michigan business community. This three-part series will enhance your business marketing toolkit. Dates include May 8, and June 5. Click on the title above for details.
May 17: Java Engagement for Teacher Training Program Kettering University will host a Java Engagement for Teacher Training Program on campus Saturday, May 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kettering's participation in this program, which also takes place at other institutions throughout the year, represents the University's ongoing focus in reaching out to the Michigan high school community and highlights the importance of studying Computer Science at the higher education level. For more information contact Dr. Jim Huggins at (810) 762-9500. ext. 5439, or email jhuggins@kettering.edu. To learn more about JETT and to register for the Kettering sessions, click on the title above.
May 29: Brainstorming for Success Thursday, May 29, Brainstorming for Success — Entrepreneurs and small business owners can participate in an evening of roundtable interactions led by experienced local business professionals on topics including patents and copyrights, marketing and research, financing options, Web design and Internet marketing, and business plans. The event will be from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Cost is $19 per person. This session is at SC4. To register, click on the title above or call (810) 989-5788.
May 28-31: Mackinac Policy Conference Mackinac Policy Conference takes place May 28 through 31 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Don't miss your chance to rub elbows with the region's elite while discussing the business issues affecting the region. We've just updated the Mackinac agenda with new information on the sessions, live entertainment and more. Learn more by clicking on the title above.
May 16, 2008
Worldwide Automotive Report
The CAW settles early with the big three. GM has a deal in Lansing, working on one in Kansas. Convertible sales drop in a tough economy.
May 15, 2008
Worldwide Automotive Report
Labor talks doing better in Canada than they are in the U.S. A new CEO for Visteon. Ford has a big truck recall.
May 14, 2008
Worldwide Automotive Report
Yet another new snag in the American Axle talks. GM will focus more on fuel economy. Smart does well on crash tests.
May 12, 2008
Worldwide Automotive Report
We talk exclusively with UAW President Ron Gettlefinger about a new snag in the American Axle strike. What's Kirk Kerkorian's next move? Delphi has another rough quarter.
May 9, 2008
Worldwide Automotive Report
Ford tells shareholders that the turnaround is working, despite tough times. Challengers roll off the assembly line. Hyundai says time is not right for a new pickup.
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