Workforce Trends
As we continue farther in to the 21st century, the work will continue to change. The new industrial revolution has created challenges for employees and employers. In our series “Future of Work,” we examine different aspects of the ever-changing working world.
Ford Philanthropy offers $4 million scholarship program for future automotive technicians
A $4 million scholarship program funded by Ford Philanthropy and Ford Dealers is helping train the next generation of workers in the automotive tech industry, a field that’s currently in high demand. The program awards $5,000 tuition scholarships to students pursuing careers in automotive and diesel technology. One Detroit Producer Will Glover sat down with Ford Philanthropy Education Manager Alex Shelton outside of Michigan Central to learn about the program, what it offers, and what major companies like Ford are doing to close the gap. Shelton explained how mechanics have had to learn new skillsets required to work on modern vehicles that are packed with computer chips and sensors. Shelton shared experiences from students who have successfully completed the program and talked about the potential earnings and opportunities for people who specialize in the automotive tech field.
The Song Foundation bridges gaps for Michigan entrepreneurs in the innovation economy
Dug Song, co-founder and president of the Song Foundation, and Khalilah Burt Gaston, its founding executive director, are driving a vision to empower Michigan entrepreneurs and bridge the gaps that exist in the state’s innovation ecosystem. Focused on fostering diversity and inclusion, the Song Foundation supports initiatives that give Michiganders a pathway to participating in the growing innovation economy.One Detroit contributor Zoe Clark, political director for Michigan Public, spoke with Song and Gaston at the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference about growing the state’s innovation economy.
Ford invests in the future of mobility through its Michigan Central campus
Michigan Central in Detroit includes Ford’s recently renovated train station as well as Newlab, which is home to more than 100 startups. One Detroit contributor Nolan Finley, editorial page editor at The Detroit News, talks with Michigan Central Chief Operating Officer Carolina Pluszczynski about investing in the future of mobility in the Motor City at the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference. She discussed strides to make the 30-acre campus a mobility innovation hub and what she envisions Michigan Central will become in the next 10 years.
Black Tech Saturdays is building an inclusive tech ecosystem in Detroit
Johnnie and Alexa Turnage, co-founders of Black Tech Saturdays, are helping to increase African American representation and entrepreneurship in the tech industry. The initiative aims to close the racial wealth gap by empowering Black tech communities nationwide through training, workshops, and advocacy. In partnership with Michigan Central, Black Tech Saturdays hosts events at Newlab in Detroit. One Detroit contributor Stephen Henderson, host of “American Black Journal,” sits down with the co-founders at the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference to discuss fostering an inclusive tech ecosystem in Detroit.
Creative Class Group releases new report on Detroit-Ann Arbor Innovation Corridor
At the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference, Creative Class Group Founder Richard Florida unveiled his organization’s latest report, “The Case for a Detroit-Ann Arbor Innovation Corridor,” highlighting the potential for a groundbreaking regional innovation hub. The report emphasizes the role of research universities, particularly the University of Michigan, Wayne State, and Michigan State’s Detroit Center, in driving innovation in fields like AI, robotics, and green energy. One Detroit contributor Zoe Clark, political director for Michigan Public, sat down with Florida to talk about the possibilities for the Detroit region’s innovation economy.
2025 Detroit Policy Conference focuses on driving growth in the region’s innovation economy
The annual Detroit Policy Conference will be held at the MotorCity Casino Jan. 23. The conference is presented by the Detroit Regional Chamber and brings together business, civic, and government leaders. This year’s theme is “Driving the Innovation Economy.”Key Michigan leaders will explore how Detroit and the surrounding area can attract startups, high-tech companies, investment, and talent. Conversations will focus on fostering a competitive innovation ecosystem. The Detroit News Editorial Page Editor and One Detroit contributor Nolan Finley talked to Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah about this year’s conference. View coverage from previous conferences here.
Michigan’s hot 50 jobs through 2032: High demand in STEM fields, changing workforce trends
Michigan’s workforce is set for a significant shift over the next decade, according to a recent report from the Michigan Center for Data and Analytics (MCDA). The “Michigan Hot 50 Job Outlook through 2032” highlights the state’s fastest-growing jobs, with a focus on fields requiring specialized skills and higher education. The report ranks the top 50 jobs in Michigan based on projected job growth, median wages, and the number of available openings. The data is drawn from state and federal sources to provide valuable insights for policymakers. Among the top 50, heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers are projected to have over 6,400 new positions. Other notable jobs include registered nurses with nearly 6,000 projected openings and software developers, with more than 3,300 openings. Michigan’s workforce will also see a high demand for jobs within STEM fields over the next decade. At the same time, jobs that have traditionally had lower barriers to entry—such as those with shorter training periods—are declining. MCDA Research Manager Evan Linskey pointed to technological advancements, which are automating certain tasks, making these positions less viable in the long term. One Detroit producer Will Glover sat down with Linskey to discuss Michigan’s evolving job market and economic landscape.
Detroit Future City’s 5th annual Equity Forum focuses on bridging gaps for Detroiters
Detroit Future City is gearing up for its 5th annual Equity Forum, with this year’s focus on increasing workforce equity for Detroiters. The event will be hosted from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23 at the Wayne County Community College Northwest Campus. “Five years later, it’s become a pivotal and seminal event for Detroit and the economic development and justice community,” Detroit Future City CEO Anika Goss said. Alongside conversations on equity, inclusion and the future of work with local speakers and experts, the event will feature a session with Columbia School of Journalism Dean Jelani Cobb. It will also explore how companies of all sizes can help bridge educational and skill gaps to provide better employment opportunities and higher incomes to residents in the region. “We want to make sure that as Detroit and the region continue to grow and change that everyone is included in that,” Goss said. One Detroit’s Will Glover sits down with Goss to talk about the upcoming Equity Forum, which will focus on equity in employment. Plus, they discuss Detroit Future City’s goals of making the city more equitable and sustainable, and how companies can implement better equity practices across their organizations.
Future of Work Archives | Detroit PBS
Future of Work Archives | Detroit PBS https://www.detroitpbs.orgshows/one-detroit/features/future-of-work/ Latest news on the future of work. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:31:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://wordpress.detroitpbs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/logo.png Future of Work Archives | Detroit PBS https://www.detroitpbs.orgshows/one-detroit/features/future-of-work/ 140 22 Michigan Tech Week 2024 hosted at newly renovated Michigan Central campus https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-tech-week-2024/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-tech-week-2024/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-tech-week-2024/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 13:27:35 -0500 Featured photo courtesy of Michigan Tech Week The 2024 Michigan Tech Week takes place Oct. 1-4 this year at the newly renovated Michigan Central in Detroit. As one of the largest convenings focused on technology and high-growth entrepreneurship in Michigan, the event brings together a diverse group of founders, investors, and innovators. Organized by a coalition of local organizations and presented by the Michigan Founders Fund, the event aims to strengthen Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Attendees can expect a range of activities, including workshops, panel discussions, pitch competitions and networking opportunities. The startup conference will also feature prominent speakers, including Melissa Butler, CEO of The Lip Bar, who will share insights on her entrepreneurial journey. The event is seen as a crucial platform for connecting startups with potential investors and resources, reflecting Michigan’s commitment to enhancing its tech sector. One Detroit’s Will Glover talks with Rishi Moudgil, the executive director of the Michigan Founders Fund, about the four-day event for tech founders, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. ]] > Future of work report addresses the state of small business in the Detroit area https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/future-of-work-report-addresses-the-state-of-small-business-in-the-detroit-area/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/future-of-work-report-addresses-the-state-of-small-business-in-the-detroit-area/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/future-of-work-report-addresses-the-state-of-small-business-in-the-detroit-area/ Fri, 19 Jul 2024 13:42:37 -0500 Artificial intelligence’s impact on the workforce: A conversation with the Workforce Intelligence Network https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/artificial-intelligences-impact-on-the-workforce-a-conversation-with-the-workforce-intelligence-network/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/artificial-intelligences-impact-on-the-workforce-a-conversation-with-the-workforce-intelligence-network/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/artificial-intelligences-impact-on-the-workforce-a-conversation-with-the-workforce-intelligence-network/ Fri, 24 May 2024 18:27:18 -0500 2024 Small Business Workshop explores practical solutions to navigate evolving business landscape https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/2024-small-business-workshop-explores-practical-solutions-to-navigate-evolving-business-landscape/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/2024-small-business-workshop-explores-practical-solutions-to-navigate-evolving-business-landscape/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/2024-small-business-workshop-explores-practical-solutions-to-navigate-evolving-business-landscape/ Wed, 08 May 2024 17:24:48 -0500 University of Michigan becomes first college to create AI tools for campus, students https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/university-of-michigan-becomes-first-college-to-create-ai-tools-for-campus-students/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/university-of-michigan-becomes-first-college-to-create-ai-tools-for-campus-students/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/university-of-michigan-becomes-first-college-to-create-ai-tools-for-campus-students/ Thu, 02 May 2024 21:55:23 -0500 Newlab at Michigan Central helps shift technology, entrepreneurial landscape in Detroit https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/newlab-at-michigan-central-helps-shift-technology-entrepreneurial-landscape-in-detroit/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/newlab-at-michigan-central-helps-shift-technology-entrepreneurial-landscape-in-detroit/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/newlab-at-michigan-central-helps-shift-technology-entrepreneurial-landscape-in-detroit/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:39:09 -0500 Wayne State University’s AI for Mobility Project seeks to improve Detroit’s public transit system https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/wayne-state-universitys-ai-for-mobility-project-seeks-to-improve-detroits-public-transit-system/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/wayne-state-universitys-ai-for-mobility-project-seeks-to-improve-detroits-public-transit-system/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/wayne-state-universitys-ai-for-mobility-project-seeks-to-improve-detroits-public-transit-system/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:47:24 -0500 Grow Detroit’s Young Talent jobs program kicks off 10th year of summer employment https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/grow-detroits-young-talent-jobs-program-kicks-off-10th-year-of-summer-employment/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/grow-detroits-young-talent-jobs-program-kicks-off-10th-year-of-summer-employment/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/grow-detroits-young-talent-jobs-program-kicks-off-10th-year-of-summer-employment/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:06:11 -0500 University of Detroit Mercy launches STAR Center training facility for nursing students https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/university-of-detroit-mercy-launches-star-center-training-facility-for-nursing-students/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/university-of-detroit-mercy-launches-star-center-training-facility-for-nursing-students/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/university-of-detroit-mercy-launches-star-center-training-facility-for-nursing-students/ Thu, 22 Feb 2024 22:36:01 -0500 Attention turns to Detroit as the city prepares to host the 2024 NFL Draft https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/attention-turns-to-detroit-as-the-city-prepares-to-host-the-2024-nfl-draft/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/attention-turns-to-detroit-as-the-city-prepares-to-host-the-2024-nfl-draft/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/attention-turns-to-detroit-as-the-city-prepares-to-host-the-2024-nfl-draft/ Fri, 02 Feb 2024 15:38:37 -0500 Toronto transplant and Integral CEO Ashok Sivanand shares why Detroit became home for him and his business https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/toronto-transplant-and-integral-ceo-ashok-sivanand-shares-why-detroit-became-home-for-him-and-his-business/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/toronto-transplant-and-integral-ceo-ashok-sivanand-shares-why-detroit-became-home-for-him-and-his-business/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/toronto-transplant-and-integral-ceo-ashok-sivanand-shares-why-detroit-became-home-for-him-and-his-business/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 01:24:43 -0500 Upgraded education system needed to help grow Michigan’s population Skillman Foundation CEO Angelique Power says https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/upgraded-education-system-needed-to-help-grow-michigans-population-skillman-foundation-ceo-angelique-power-says/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/upgraded-education-system-needed-to-help-grow-michigans-population-skillman-foundation-ceo-angelique-power-says/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/upgraded-education-system-needed-to-help-grow-michigans-population-skillman-foundation-ceo-angelique-power-says/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 01:24:26 -0500 Michigan ranks second-last in U.S. population growth. Former Ambassador John Rakolta, Jr. explains why. https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-ranks-second-last-in-u-s-population-growth-fmr-ambassador-john-rakolta-jr-explains-why/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-ranks-second-last-in-u-s-population-growth-fmr-ambassador-john-rakolta-jr-explains-why/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-ranks-second-last-in-u-s-population-growth-fmr-ambassador-john-rakolta-jr-explains-why/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 01:22:43 -0500 2024 Detroit Policy Conference to tackle Michigan’s population growth and business development https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/2024-detroit-policy-conference-preview/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/2024-detroit-policy-conference-preview/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/2024-detroit-policy-conference-preview/ Fri, 05 Jan 2024 15:08:03 -0500 From engineering to running an Asian American bakery, Rachel Liu Martindale set to open Q Bakehouse and Market https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/rachel-liu-martindale-q-bakehouse-and-market/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/rachel-liu-martindale-q-bakehouse-and-market/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/rachel-liu-martindale-q-bakehouse-and-market/ Fri, 05 Jan 2024 15:06:01 -0500 Black Box: a family-operated coffee shop and art gallery in Dearborn https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/black-box-coffee-shop-art-gallery-dearborn/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/black-box-coffee-shop-art-gallery-dearborn/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/black-box-coffee-shop-art-gallery-dearborn/ Fri, 05 Jan 2024 15:01:37 -0500 Global Detroit shares the importance of immigrant inclusion in Michigan’s population revitalization https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/global-detroit-shares-the-importance-of-immigrant-inclusion-in-michigans-population-revitalization/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/global-detroit-shares-the-importance-of-immigrant-inclusion-in-michigans-population-revitalization/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/global-detroit-shares-the-importance-of-immigrant-inclusion-in-michigans-population-revitalization/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 19:47:54 -0500 Federal Pell Grants for prison inmates return, opening new possibilities for prison education programs https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-prison-education-programs-prepare-returning-citizens-for-workforce/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-prison-education-programs-prepare-returning-citizens-for-workforce/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-prison-education-programs-prepare-returning-citizens-for-workforce/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 23:14:32 -0500 Michigan’s battle against brain drain: Washtenaw Community College FAME program connects students to careers https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-battle-against-brain-drain-washtenaw-community-college-fame-program-connects-students-to-careers/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-battle-against-brain-drain-washtenaw-community-college-fame-program-connects-students-to-careers/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-battle-against-brain-drain-washtenaw-community-college-fame-program-connects-students-to-careers/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:52:00 -0500 10th Annual Black Friday Scholarship Bootcamp offers educational opportunities rather than shopping sprees https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/10th-annual-black-friday-scholarship-bootcamp-offers-educational-opportunities-rather-than-shopping-sprees/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/10th-annual-black-friday-scholarship-bootcamp-offers-educational-opportunities-rather-than-shopping-sprees/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/10th-annual-black-friday-scholarship-bootcamp-offers-educational-opportunities-rather-than-shopping-sprees/ Tue, 14 Nov 2023 20:57:51 -0500 Michigan’s higher education experts discuss college access, equity for communities of color https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-higher-education-experts-discuss-college-access-equity-for-communities-of-colorv/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-higher-education-experts-discuss-college-access-equity-for-communities-of-colorv/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-higher-education-experts-discuss-college-access-equity-for-communities-of-colorv/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 22:30:05 -0500 Blast Detroit’s EV Automotive Mobility Program prepares Detroiters for an electrified future https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/the-blackbottom-groups-ev-automotive-mobility-program-prepares-detroiters-for-an-electrified-future/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/the-blackbottom-groups-ev-automotive-mobility-program-prepares-detroiters-for-an-electrified-future/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/the-blackbottom-groups-ev-automotive-mobility-program-prepares-detroiters-for-an-electrified-future/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 22:28:52 -0500 The implications of Michigan’s population stagnation: A conversation with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-population-stagnation-with-gov-whitmer/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-population-stagnation-with-gov-whitmer/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-population-stagnation-with-gov-whitmer/ Thu, 02 Nov 2023 19:02:03 -0500 Navigating the Return to Office | Future of Work Series with Detroit Economic Club https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/navigating-the-return-to-office-future-of-work-detroit-economic-club-town-hall/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/navigating-the-return-to-office-future-of-work-detroit-economic-club-town-hall/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/navigating-the-return-to-office-future-of-work-detroit-economic-club-town-hall/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 20:10:02 -0500 Michigan Muslim, Arab Americans’ share their population growth strategies with the Growing Michigan Together Council https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/growing-michigan-together-council-american-msulims-town-hall/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/growing-michigan-together-council-american-msulims-town-hall/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/growing-michigan-together-council-american-msulims-town-hall/ Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:03:12 -0500 Pasa la Palabra: Latin-X-Tech event celebrates Detroit’s Hispanic, Latino Americans in the tech industry https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/latin-x-tech-event-celebrates-detroits-hispanic-latin-american-tech-industry/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/latin-x-tech-event-celebrates-detroits-hispanic-latin-american-tech-industry/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/latin-x-tech-event-celebrates-detroits-hispanic-latin-american-tech-industry/ Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:11:03 -0500 Citizens Research Council President Eric Lupher discusses Michigan’s population growth challenges https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/citizens-research-council-president-eric-lupher-discusses-michigans-population-growth-challenges/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/citizens-research-council-president-eric-lupher-discusses-michigans-population-growth-challenges/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/citizens-research-council-president-eric-lupher-discusses-michigans-population-growth-challenges/ Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:59:37 -0500 Detroit Chamber and Business Leaders for Michigan co-author new study on Michiganders under 30 https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/detroit-chamber-survey-polls-residents-under-30/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/detroit-chamber-survey-polls-residents-under-30/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/detroit-chamber-survey-polls-residents-under-30/ Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:45:50 -0500 New Black-owned grocery store aims to tackle the food desert on Detroit’s eastside https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/neighborhood-grocery-llc-aims-to-tackle-the-food-desert-on-detroits-eastside/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/neighborhood-grocery-llc-aims-to-tackle-the-food-desert-on-detroits-eastside/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/neighborhood-grocery-llc-aims-to-tackle-the-food-desert-on-detroits-eastside/ Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:38:32 -0500 New CRC report shows Michigan’s infrastructure struggles under climate change pressure https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/new-crc-report-shows-michigans-infrastructure-struggles-under-climate-change-pressure/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/new-crc-report-shows-michigans-infrastructure-struggles-under-climate-change-pressure/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/new-crc-report-shows-michigans-infrastructure-struggles-under-climate-change-pressure/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 16:44:34 -0500 Gov. Whitmer’s Growth Council aims to boost population, economy through education and infrastructure https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gov-whitmers-growth-council-aims-to-boost-population-economy-through-education-and-infrastructure/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gov-whitmers-growth-council-aims-to-boost-population-economy-through-education-and-infrastructure/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gov-whitmers-growth-council-aims-to-boost-population-economy-through-education-and-infrastructure/ Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:01:08 -0500 Imagining Michigan’s future with Richard Florida and Zoe Clark https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/imagining-michigans-future-with-richard-florida-zoe-clark/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/imagining-michigans-future-with-richard-florida-zoe-clark/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/imagining-michigans-future-with-richard-florida-zoe-clark/ Thu, 27 Jul 2023 18:05:48 -0500 Cooking with Que Founder Quiana Broden brings plant-based dining to Detroit with The Kitchen https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/cooking-with-que-revolutionizes-plant-based-eating-detroit-with-the-kitchen/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/cooking-with-que-revolutionizes-plant-based-eating-detroit-with-the-kitchen/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/cooking-with-que-revolutionizes-plant-based-eating-detroit-with-the-kitchen/ Fri, 07 Jul 2023 20:31:03 -0500 From Boomers to Zoomers: The Generational Impact on the Future of Work | Future of Work Town Hall https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/boomers-to-zoomers-how-each-generation-impacts-the-future-of-work/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/boomers-to-zoomers-how-each-generation-impacts-the-future-of-work/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/boomers-to-zoomers-how-each-generation-impacts-the-future-of-work/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 19:37:12 -0500 Inside the minds of Gen Z: What the next generation thinks about the future of work https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/generation-z-thoughts-on-the-future-of-work/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/generation-z-thoughts-on-the-future-of-work/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/generation-z-thoughts-on-the-future-of-work/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 16:20:21 -0500 Detroit Public Schools graduates first high school class from The School at Marygrove https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/detroit-public-schools-graduates-first-high-school-class-from-the-school-at-marygrove/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/detroit-public-schools-graduates-first-high-school-class-from-the-school-at-marygrove/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/detroit-public-schools-graduates-first-high-school-class-from-the-school-at-marygrove/ Thu, 08 Jun 2023 21:15:07 -0500 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference emphasizes collaborative solutions with ‘The Power of And’ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/2023-mackinac-policy-conference-preview/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/2023-mackinac-policy-conference-preview/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/2023-mackinac-policy-conference-preview/ Thu, 25 May 2023 20:55:06 -0500 Gen Z in the Workforce | Future of Work Town Hall https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gen-z-in-the-workforce/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gen-z-in-the-workforce/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gen-z-in-the-workforce/ Fri, 12 May 2023 18:46:50 -0500 Michigan medical device company Wareologie makes major advancements in mobile, at-home caregiving https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-medical-device-company-wareologie-makes-major-advancements-in-mobile-at-home-caregiving/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-medical-device-company-wareologie-makes-major-advancements-in-mobile-at-home-caregiving/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigan-medical-device-company-wareologie-makes-major-advancements-in-mobile-at-home-caregiving/ Fri, 12 May 2023 14:16:58 -0500 Black Leaders Detroit gears up to support Black entrepreneurs during weeklong Ride for Equity https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/black-leaders-detroit-gears-up-to-support-black-entrepreneurs-during-weeklong-ride-for-equity/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/black-leaders-detroit-gears-up-to-support-black-entrepreneurs-during-weeklong-ride-for-equity/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/black-leaders-detroit-gears-up-to-support-black-entrepreneurs-during-weeklong-ride-for-equity/ Fri, 05 May 2023 03:13:22 -0500 Michigan’s returning citizens leverage prison work experiences to create new careers on the outside https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-returning-citizens-leverage-prison-work-experiences-to-create-new-careers-on-the-outside/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-returning-citizens-leverage-prison-work-experiences-to-create-new-careers-on-the-outside/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/michigans-returning-citizens-leverage-prison-work-experiences-to-create-new-careers-on-the-outside/ Thu, 04 May 2023 21:20:02 -0500 Technology impacts on industry and how to prepare future workers now | Future of Work Series with Detroit Economic Club https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/autonomous-technology-one-detroit-detroit-economic-club-future-of-work-town-hall/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/autonomous-technology-one-detroit-detroit-economic-club-future-of-work-town-hall/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/autonomous-technology-one-detroit-detroit-economic-club-future-of-work-town-hall/ Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:08:38 -0500 Thoughtful Urban Design for Downtown Growth | Future of Work Town Hall https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/thoughtful-urban-design-for-downtown-growth-future-of-work-town-hall/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/thoughtful-urban-design-for-downtown-growth-future-of-work-town-hall/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/thoughtful-urban-design-for-downtown-growth-future-of-work-town-hall/ Wed, 12 Apr 2023 20:42:28 -0500 Growing Michigan’s millennial workforce with Let’s Detroit ambassador Marjace Miles https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/growing-michigans-millennial-workforce-with-marjace-miles/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/growing-michigans-millennial-workforce-with-marjace-miles/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/growing-michigans-millennial-workforce-with-marjace-miles/ Thu, 06 Apr 2023 20:23:43 -0500 Wayne State University, Henry Ford College create transfer pathway to earn four-year degree https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/wayne-state-university-henry-ford-college-create-transfer-pathway-to-earn-four-year-degree/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/wayne-state-university-henry-ford-college-create-transfer-pathway-to-earn-four-year-degree/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/wayne-state-university-henry-ford-college-create-transfer-pathway-to-earn-four-year-degree/ Thu, 30 Mar 2023 19:12:25 -0500 How CTE Classes are preparing students for the future https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/how-cte-classes-are-preparing-students-for-the-future/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/how-cte-classes-are-preparing-students-for-the-future/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/how-cte-classes-are-preparing-students-for-the-future/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:33:00 -0500 Gen Xers are taking the lead. How will they shape the future of work? https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gen-xers-are-taking-the-lead-how-will-they-shape-the-future-of-work/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gen-xers-are-taking-the-lead-how-will-they-shape-the-future-of-work/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/gen-xers-are-taking-the-lead-how-will-they-shape-the-future-of-work/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 21:06:47 -0500 Building Black Development | American Black Journal and Bridge Detroit Virtual Town Hall https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/building-black-development/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/building-black-development/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/american-black-journal/building-black-development/ Thu, 09 Mar 2023 17:14:55 -0500 Millennials on the Move: Making Michigan Home | Future of Work Town Hall https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/millennials-on-the-move-making-michigan-home-future-of-work-town-hall/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/millennials-on-the-move-making-michigan-home-future-of-work-town-hall/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/millennials-on-the-move-making-michigan-home-future-of-work-town-hall/ Wed, 08 Mar 2023 14:03:44 -0500 Worker-owned Pingree Detroit creates equity, shares success with employees https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/worker-owned-pingree-detroit-creates-equity-shares-success-with-employees/ https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/worker-owned-pingree-detroit-creates-equity-shares-success-with-employees/#post-comment-section https://www.detroitpbs.orgnews-media/one-detroit/worker-owned-pingree-detroit-creates-equity-shares-success-with-employees/ Thu, 02 Mar 2023 22:43:34 -0500
Michigan Tech Week 2024 hosted at newly renovated Michigan Central campus
Featured photo courtesy of Michigan Tech WeekThe 2024 Michigan Tech Week takes place Oct. 1-4 this year at the newly renovated Michigan Central in Detroit. As one of the largest convenings focused on technology and high-growth entrepreneurship in Michigan, the event brings together a diverse group of founders, investors, and innovators. Organized by a coalition of local organizations and presented by the Michigan Founders Fund, the event aims to strengthen Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Attendees can expect a range of activities, including workshops, panel discussions, pitch competitions and networking opportunities. The startup conference will also feature prominent speakers, including Melissa Butler, CEO of The Lip Bar, who will share insights on her entrepreneurial journey. The event is seen as a crucial platform for connecting startups with potential investors and resources, reflecting Michigan’s commitment to enhancing its tech sector. One Detroit’s Will Glover talks with Rishi Moudgil, the executive director of the Michigan Founders Fund, about the four-day event for tech founders, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.
Future of work report addresses the state of small business in the Detroit area
Detroit Future City released a report in May that examined the challenges and goals for small and micro-sized businesses in the Detroit region. The report said 37 percent of respondents’ businesses were one to three years old. It also highlighted top challenges local small businesses face, including access to capital and navigating the cost of capital. Another report recently released was the 2024 Entrepreneurship Score Card from the Small Business Association of Michigan. Key findings from the report show that while there was an increase in small business formation and technological employment, the state grapples with declining labor force participation and widening income disparities with the national average. One Detroit’s Will Glover talks with Tech Town President and CEO Ned Staebler about the health of the local small business economy. Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel and don’t miss One Detroit on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9 a.m. on Detroit PBS, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @OneDetroit_PBS, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit PBS, WTVS-Channel 56.
2024 Small Business Workshop explores practical solutions to navigate evolving business landscape
The Small Business Workshop, hosted by The LEE Group, returns for its 10th year on Wednesday, May 15 at The Corner Ballpark. Presented by Fifth Third Bank, the sold-out event is expected to draw a crowd of small business owners and entrepreneurs, industry leaders and other community advocates.
AI & Work & You
Artificial intelligence is transforming the world, the workforce, and our classrooms. Check out “AI & Work & You,” which offers video content and classroom resources to explore AI’s impact on the world of work.
Newlab at Michigan Central helps shift technology, entrepreneurial landscape in Detroit
Located next to the iconic Ford train station in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood, Newlab at Michigan Central opened its doors in April 2023 and embodies the story of revitalization and transformation in Detroit.
Wayne State University’s AI for Mobility Project seeks to improve Detroit’s public transit system
The Wayne State University School of Computer Science is working on an AI tool that may transform the way Detroiters get around the city.
University of Michigan becomes first college to create AI tools for campus, students
The University of Michigan has become the first major university in the nation to create its own artificial intelligence tools.
Artificial intelligence’s impact on the workforce: A conversation with the Workforce Intelligence Network
Early signs point to white collar jobs being the most impacted by artificial intelligence. According to a conversation with the Workforce Intelligence Network, more women’s careers may be affected by generative AI than men.
Grow Detroit’s Young Talent jobs program kicks off 10th year of summer employment
The annual Grow Detroit’s Young Talent (GDYT) summer jobs program has returned for its 10th year, and applications for the program are now open. The program matches Detroit residents ages 14-24 with employers in a wide variety of industries including manufacturing, IT, construction, entrepreneurship, and corporate work. An estimated 8,000 teens and young adults are expected to be matched up with employers this summer. The Grow Detroit’s Young Talent program was started a decade ago by the City of Detroit, the Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation (DESC) and Connect Detroit. During its tenure, the program has grown from serving roughly 5,000 teens and young adults in the first year to more than 8,000 in recent years. The program offers free transportation for enrolled employees through a partnership with the Detroit Department of Transportation. As part of Detroit Public Television’s Future of Work initiative, host Stephen Henderson speaks with three guests connected to the GDYT program: DESC President & CEO Dana Williams, Connect Detroit VP of Programs Shuna Hayward, and past GDYT participant Naeema Muhammad. They talk about the wide range of job opportunities the young people receive, how these experiences will help them as they pursue careers and post-secondary degrees, and what it takes to pull together the employers, funders and young people each year for this massive $13 million summer jobs program. Stay Connected: Subscribe to Detroit Public Television’s YouTube Channel and don’t miss American Black Journal on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @amblackjournal. View Past Episodes > Watch American Black Journal on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
University of Detroit Mercy launches STAR Center training facility for nursing students
A new cutting-edge research and training facility at the University of Detroit Mercy, the STAR Center, has launched to elevate the training of its nursing students. The Simulation, Technology and Research Center, as it’s formally named, gives nursing students hands-on experience with a wide range of scenarios and environments they might find working in the medical field. The 5,000-square-foot facility also serves as a hub for research and innovation, where students and faculty can collaborate on new nursing projects. This comes after the university’s College of Health Professions built its first simulation center in 2010, albeit a smaller version, Interim Dean Janet Baiardi said. The new facility is on the University of Detroit Mercy’s McNichol’s Campus in the College of Health Professions. RELATED: One Detroit contributor Daijah Moss visited the university to tour the training center, delve into its innovative features and learn about its potential to enhance students’ proficiency in the medical field. She talks with Baiardi, College of Health Professions Interim Associate Dean Saran Hollier, STAR Center Clinical Instructor Dr. Sheila Williamson, STAR Center Assistant Dean of Prelicensure Clinical Partnerships Nina Favor and some of the students in the program. Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel and don’t miss One Detroit on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Attention turns to Detroit as the city prepares to host the 2024 NFL Draft
While the Detroit Lions’ historic winning season has come to an end, football mania in the city isn’t over yet. The 2024 NFL Draft takes place in Detroit April 25-27. Campus Martius and Hart Plaza will be the primary sites for NFL draft activity in the city, which will include the NFL Draft Experience, the NFL’s interactive theme park. Hundreds of thousands of football fans are expected to visit Detroit for the draft, Visit Detroit CEO Claude Molinari said. During the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas, more than 300,000 fans attended events in the city and NFL draft coverage was seen by 10 million viewers, a Ford Field press release said. With a handful of other NFL cities close to Detroit, Molinari expects attendance in the city to meet or exceed previous years. RELATED: Detroit Lions superfans share excitement for the team’s historic winning season Visit Detroit is also offering “On the Clock” tours through April. The tours include 10 stops across seven of Detroit’s neighborhoods in an effort to boost excitement around the city’s neighborhoods leading up to draft day. One Detroit contributor Stephen Henderson, host of “American Black Journal,” sat down with Molinari at the 2024 Detroit Policy Conference to talk about how the city plans to host one of the largest events it has undertaken recently. Plus, they talk about how tourism, city amenities and outsiders’ perception of Detroit have changed over the last decade, as well as what impact the draft will have on suburban counties like Oakland and Macomb. Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel and don’t miss One Detroit on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Northern Michigan Trauma Camp takes alternative approach to helping returning citizens with re-entry
There’s help available for returning citizens – the many thousands who are re-entering society each year after serving time in prison – as they try to adapt and adjust to life on the outside. At a small program held in Northern Michigan last fall called Trauma Camp<, returning citizens were able to confer and learn coping skills from counselors.
Michigan ranks second-last in U.S. population growth. Former Ambassador John Rakolta, Jr. explains why.
Michigan’s population is at a crossroads. Ranked 49th out of 50 states in terms of population growth, Michigan has been struggling to attract new people and retain its residents, and the implications for the state’s economy and prosperity could be dire. According to estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 43,000 people moved out of Michigan between 2020-2022. At the 2024 Detroit Policy Conference, business leaders and policymakers convened to tackle Michigan’s shrinking population and discuss potential solutions. Former Ambassador John Rakolta Jr. and Shirley Stancato, Wayne State University Board of Governors Member, served as chairs of the conference, which hosted conversations around the future workforce, education, creating vibrant communities, and the city of Detroit’s efforts to attract new residents. One Detroit contributor Nolan Finley, who is also editorial page editor of the Detroit News, sat down with Rakolta, co-chairman of the Growing Michigan Together Council, at this year’s Detroit Policy Conference to talk about where Michigan stands when it comes to growing its population. They discuss the four drivers of growing the state’s population. According to Rakolta, growing Michigan’s population in the short term seems unlikely, but the state should still focus on increasing productivity and prosperity. One way to do so is by investing more in the educational quotient of the entire state and unifying labor and management in the workforce to increase the state’s readiness for embracing innovation, Rakolta said. He also talks about what it would take to implement these improvements. Stay Connected Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel and don’t miss One Detroit on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit PBS, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Toronto transplant and Integral CEO Ashok Sivanand shares why Detroit became home for him and his business
Michigan’s population is at a crossroads. Ranked 49th out of 50 states in terms of population growth, Michigan has been struggling to attract new people and retain its residents, and the implications for the state’s economy and prosperity could be dire. According to estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 43,000 people moved out of Michigan between 2020-2022.
Upgraded education system needed to help grow Michigan’s population Skillman Foundation CEO Angelique Power says
Michigan’s population is at a crossroads. Ranked 49th out of 50 states in terms of population growth, Michigan has been struggling to attract new people and retain its residents, and the implications for the state’s economy and prosperity could be dire. According to estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 43,000 people moved out of Michigan between 2020-2022.
Michigan ranks second-last in U.S. population growth. Fmr. Ambassador John Rakolta, Jr. explains why.
Michigan’s population is at a crossroads. Ranked 49th out of 50 states in terms of population growth, Michigan has been struggling to attract new people and retain its residents, and the implications for the state’s economy and prosperity could be dire. According to estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 43,000 people moved out of Michigan between 2020-2022.
2024 Detroit Policy Conference to tackle Michigan’s population growth and business development
The Detroit Regional Chamber is gearing up to host the 2024 Detroit Policy Conference on January 11 at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. The annual gathering, presented by the Detroit Regional Chamber in January each year, draws hundreds of business and policy leaders. This year’s conference will explore initiatives and policy strategies that could bolster the state’s population and make Michigan an alluring hub for talent and business development.
From engineering to running an Asian American bakery, Rachel Liu Martindale set to open Q Bakehouse and Market
Rachel Liu Martindale, former engineer turned entrepreneur, is getting ready to open Q Bakehouse and Market early this year. The Asian American bakery, located on the west side of Ann Arbor, will feature a fusion of traditional Asian flavors.
Black Box: a family-operated coffee shop and art gallery in Dearborn
Nestled on the vibrant corner of Monroe and Village Drive in Dearborn, Black Box coffee stands as a testament to Michigan’s entrepreneurial spirit. It was created by the Alcodray family – retired engineer and IT leader Ray, his wife Lisa, and their daughter Sarah – Black Box, a coffee shop and fine art gallery, has become a fixture in its community. The family’s first location opened in June 2018. In October 2020, the shop moved to its current location.
Global Detroit shares the importance of immigrant inclusion in Michigan’s population revitalization
Since Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the Growing Michigan Together Council, the state’s population stagnation and economic prosperity have been front and center for several businesses, organizations and educational institutions. Global Detroit, a regional economic development and community development organization, has been exploring the state’s population issues and the importance of immigrant inclusion in the region’s revitalization.
Federal Pell Grants for prison inmates return, opening new possibilities for prison education programs
In Michigan, roughly 22% of the state’s formerly incarcerated population end up back behind bars, but education can have an impact on recidivism. A study from Emory University shows that recidivism rates drop to less than 14% after earning an associate degree, down to 5.6% after earning a bachelor’s degree, and nearly 0% with a master’s degree. More opportunities for returning citizens to earn higher education degrees became accessible in July when Federal Pell Grants became available to the incarcerated again.
Michigan’s battle against brain drain: Washtenaw Community College FAME program connects students to careers
Michigan has been suffering from brain drain, the loss of in-state college graduates to other states after graduation, according to the Citizens Research Council of Michigan. Washtenaw Community College’s FAME program — the Michigan Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education, a work-and-learn program between the college and advanced manufacturing employers, has been taking steps to help the state change its trajectory. There are several FAME chapters across the nation; Washtenaw Community College started the first Michigan chapter in January.
10th Annual Black Friday Scholarship Bootcamp offers educational opportunities rather than shopping sprees
In a bid to transform Black Friday from a day of shopping sprees to a day of educational empowerment, Gwen Thomas, the founder and executive director of Fresh Perspectives Seminars, is gearing up for the 10th annual Black Friday Scholarship Bootcamp on Nov. 24 in Detroit. This year, the event will offer four scholarships, including two $1,000 prizes, one $500 award, and one $250 grant for graduating seniors.
Blast Detroit’s EV Automotive Mobility Program prepares Detroiters for an electrified future
Blast Detroit has launched an innovative program, the EV Automotive Mobility Program, that equips Detroiters with the skills necessary for jobs that will soon be in high demand. The program offers hands-on training in the maintenance and repair of electric vehicles, as well as education in internal combustion engine technology, in an effort to bridge the gap and address the racial disparity within the electric vehicle (EV) industry. Only roughly 2% of EV owners are Black, a statistic often attributed to vehicle costs and a notable lack of charging stations in predominantly Black neighborhoods, often referred to as “charging deserts.” The racial disparity within the EV industry is not just about car ownership; it extends to broader implications for public health and economic opportunities. RELATED: Students of The Blackbottom Group’s EV Automotive Mobility Program in Detroit learn how to repair and perform maintenance on electric vehicles. | Photo by One Detroit High asthma rates and air pollution have disproportionately affected Black Americans in zip codes where electric vehicle adoption has been slower due to a lack of infrastructure. Additionally, the lack of charging stations has hindered mobility and participation in the gig economy, especially in urban areas. Ray Smith, the visionary behind the Deroit program, spoke with One Detroit Senior Producer Bill Kubota, to shed some light on the critical mission of the program and the skills students are being taught. Smith also talks about how he hopes the program will narrow the employment gap, improve health outcomes, and promote green job opportunities in communities of color. Stay Connected Subscribe to Detroit PBS YouTube Channel & Don’t miss American Black Journal on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Detroit PBS, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @amblackjournal. View Past Episodes > Watch American Black Journal on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Michigan’s higher education experts discuss college access, equity for communities of color
A sobering reality persists for many students from communities of color trying to enter one of Michigan’s many higher education institutions. Often, they’re met with a myriad of challenges and barriers in the pursuit of higher education access and admission. From systemic inequities to financial constraints, these aspiring scholars often confront multifaceted hurdles that can hinder their dreams of post-secondary education.
The Blackbottom Group’s EV Automotive Mobility Program prepares Detroiters for an electrified future
The Blackbottom Group has launched an innovative program, the EV Automotive Mobility Program, that equips Detroiters with the skills necessary for jobs that will soon be in high demand. The Program offers hands-on training in the maintenance and repair of electric vehicles, as well as education in internal combustion engine technology, in an effort to bridge the gap and address the racial disparity within the electric vehicle (EV) industry. Only roughly 2% of EV owners are Black, a statistic often attributed to vehicle costs and a notable lack of charging stations in predominantly Black neighborhoods, often referred to as “charging deserts.” The racial disparity within the EV industry is not just about car ownership; it extends to broader implications for public health and economic opportunities.
The implications of Michigan’s population stagnation: A conversation with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
Population stagnation is a challenge faced by many states and regions across the nation, and Michigan is no exception. It’s a predicament that, if left unaddressed, experts say could have significant and far-reaching consequences for the state’s economy, workforce and long-term prosperity. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has made addressing this issue a top priority and has established the “Growing Michigan Together Council” to propose solutions. The council’s findings and recommendations, anticipated in December, will play a pivotal role in determining the state’s trajectory.
Navigating the Return to Office | Future of Work Series with Detroit Economic Club
[embedded content]How companies are navigating the return to office post-pandemic While companies wrestle with new ways of working, a range of solutions, and a range of employee reactions to those solutions, are emerging. The office offers places to build important relationships and work collaboratively toward business objectives. So why has a return to the office been so challenging — and what can business leaders do to transform their space to support people and earn the commute? RELATED: Join One Detroit and the Detroit Economic Club for a conversation with Steelcase Inc. President and CEO Sara Armbruster and Rocket Companies President and COO Bill Emerson to hear how they’re managing this new reality and why they still believe work is better when people are together. About the Speakers: [et_pb_accordion_item title=”Sara Armbruster, President/CEO, Steelcase Inc.” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Sara Armbruster is the President and CEO of Steelcase Inc., the company trusted by organizations around the world to create inspiring, productive, adaptable, and safe workplaces. In addition to her role on the company’s board of directors, Sara brings executive experience from several positions to the office of CEO, which she assumed in October 2021. Most recently, she served as executive vice president of Steelcase and, before that, as vice president, strategy, research and digital transformation. As leader of this group, Sara was responsible for advancing digital technologies and digital transformation at Steelcase, as well as leadership of the IT organization. Sara also has had responsibility for a range of innovation activities including global design research, the design and implementation of new business models, and the development of external growth opportunities, including acquisitions and partnerships. ln addition, in past roles Sara has had oversight for the company’s Applied Research + Consulting practice, Steelcase Health, Steelcase Education and the PolyVision subsidiary, which Steelcase divested in 2019. Before joining Steelcase, Sara served as vice president of business development at Banta Corporation, a publicly traded global printing and supply chain services company based in Menasha, Wisconsin. ln that role, she led strategy development and managed all merger and acquisition activity. Sara also worked for McKinsey & Company in Boston, Massachusetts and Andersen Consulting in New York, New York. Her consulting experience spanned industries and included work in North America, Europe and Asia. Sara currently serves on the board of directors of Winnebago Industries and Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose. She also sits on the boards of Business Leaders for Michigan, The Right Place and BIFMA, and she is a trustee of the Steelcase Foundation. Sara holds a bachelor’s degree in Slavic languages and literatures from Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut; a master’s degree in international relations from the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies of Johns Hopkins University in Washington, D.C.; and an MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. [et_pb_accordion_item title=”Bill Emerson, President/COO, Rocket Companies” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”] Bill Emerson is President and Chief Operating Officer of Rocket Companies. Since August 2020, he has also served as Vice Chairman of Bedrock. In this role, he is responsible for leadership, growth and development of culture. From 2002 to 2017, Bill was Chief Executive Officer of Rocket Mortgage, the Company’s flagship business, a position he held for 15 years. Bill is a member of the Board of Directors of Xenith, Inc., a football helmet company dedicated to advancing safety through innovation and education; the United Way of Southeast Michigan; Detroit Economic Club; Detroit Sports Organizing Committee; Housing Policy Council; Mortgage Bankers Association; National Football Foundation; Rocket Giving Fund; The Parade Company; the Detroit Children’s Fund and the Skillman Foundation. Bill earned a bachelor’s degree in business from Penn State University. Bill’s extensive leadership roles in our key businesses for many years gives him a unique understanding of our business, culture and history through many economic cycles, which is particularly critical given recent executive transitions and the current macroeconomic challenges. His senior leadership experience also will provide our Board with valuable perspective in significant areas of oversight such as long-term strategy, budgeting, risk management, human capital management and succession planning. Stay Connected Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss One Detroit Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Navigating the Return to Office | Future of Work Town Hall
[embedded content] How companies are navigating the return to office post-pandemic While companies wrestle with new ways of working, a range of solutions, and a range of employee reactions to those solutions, are emerging. The office offers places to build important relationships and work collaboratively toward business objectives. So why has a return to the office been so challenging — and what can business leaders do to transform their space to support people and earn the commute? RELATED: Join One Detroit and the Detroit Economic Club for a conversation with Steelcase Inc. President and CEO Sara Armbruster and Rocket Companies President and COO Bill Emerson to hear how they’re managing this new reality and why they still believe work is better when people are together. About the Speakers: Sara Armbruster, President/CEO, Steelcase Inc. Sara Armbruster is the President and CEO of Steelcase Inc., the company trusted by organizations around the world to create inspiring, productive, adaptable, and safe workplaces. In addition to her role on the company’s board of directors, Sara brings executive experience from several positions to the office of CEO, which she assumed in October 2021. Most recently, she served as executive vice president of Steelcase and, before that, as vice president, strategy, research and digital transformation. As leader of this group, Sara was responsible for advancing digital technologies and digital transformation at Steelcase, as well as leadership of the IT organization. Sara also has had responsibility for a range of innovation activities including global design research, the design and implementation of new business models, and the development of external growth opportunities, including acquisitions and partnerships. ln addition, in past roles Sara has had oversight for the company’s Applied Research + Consulting practice, Steelcase Health, Steelcase Education and the PolyVision subsidiary, which Steelcase divested in 2019. Before joining Steelcase, Sara served as vice president of business development at Banta Corporation, a publicly traded global printing and supply chain services company based in Menasha, Wisconsin. ln that role, she led strategy development and managed all merger and acquisition activity. Sara also worked for McKinsey & Company in Boston, Massachusetts and Andersen Consulting in New York, New York. Her consulting experience spanned industries and included work in North America, Europe and Asia. Sara currently serves on the board of directors of Winnebago Industries and Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose. She also sits on the boards of Business Leaders for Michigan, The Right Place and BIFMA, and she is a trustee of the Steelcase Foundation. Sara holds a bachelor’s degree in Slavic languages and literatures from Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut; a master’s degree in international relations from the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies of Johns Hopkins University in Washington, D.C.; and an MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. Bill Emerson, President/COO, Rocket Companies Bill Emerson is President and Chief Operating Officer of Rocket Companies. Since August 2020, he has also served as Vice Chairman of Bedrock. In this role, he is responsible for leadership, growth and development of culture. From 2002 to 2017, Bill was Chief Executive Officer of Rocket Mortgage, the Company’s flagship business, a position he held for 15 years. Bill is a member of the Board of Directors of Xenith, Inc., a football helmet company dedicated to advancing safety through innovation and education; the United Way of Southeast Michigan; Detroit Economic Club; Detroit Sports Organizing Committee; Housing Policy Council; Mortgage Bankers Association; National Football Foundation; Rocket Giving Fund; The Parade Company; the Detroit Children’s Fund and the Skillman Foundation. Bill earned a bachelor’s degree in business from Penn State University. Bill’s extensive leadership roles in our key businesses for many years gives him a unique understanding of our business, culture and history through many economic cycles, which is particularly critical given recent executive transitions and the current macroeconomic challenges. His senior leadership experience also will provide our Board with valuable perspective in significant areas of oversight such as long-term strategy, budgeting, risk management, human capital management and succession planning. Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss One Detroit Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Michigan Muslim, Arab Americans’ share their population growth strategies with the Growing Michigan Together Council
Amidst a broader backdrop of population stagnation in Michigan, an American Muslims Town Hall at the Arab American National Museum in Dearborn, organized by the Growing Michigan Together Council (GMTC) and the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU), brought together council workgroup members, policymakers, advocates, and community leaders to delve into the critical issues shaping Michigan’s future. Led by Michigan’s first Chief Growth Officer Hilary Doe, GMTC council and workgroup members were there to gather ideas and develop recommendations for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on how to grow Michigan’s population.
Michigan’s higher education experts discuss college access, equity for communities of color
A sobering reality persists for many students from communities of color trying to enter one of Michigan’s many higher education institutions. Often, they’re met with a myriad of challenges and barriers in the pursuit of college access and admission. From systemic inequities to financial constraints, these aspiring scholars often confront multifaceted hurdles that can hinder their dreams of post-secondary education. In a high-impact panel discussion led by host Stephen Henderson, some of the state’s top experts in higher education diversity, equity, and inclusion including Fatima Salman, President of the National Association of Social Workers-MI; Kimberly Faison, Director of Community and Economic Development at Detroit Future City; and Onjila Odeneal, Senior Director of Policy and Advocacy at The Institute for College Access & Success (TICAS), came together to address the issues of college access and achievement for students of color in Michigan’s higher education system. The panelists talk about how Michigan can improve outcomes for young students of color and what Michigan’s institutions of higher education must do to diversify their admissions and ensure first-generation students have the support they need. Stay Connected: Subscribe to Detroit Public Television’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss American Black Journal on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @amblackjournal. View Past Episodes > Watch American Black Journal on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Pasa la Palabra: Latin-X-Tech event celebrates Detroit’s Hispanic, Latino Americans in the tech industry
Hispanic and Latino American workers make up 17% of total employment across the nation, but just 8% of all science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workers, a 2021 PEW Research study found. Despite their small share, they still make large contributions to their industries, as evidenced by the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation’s Pasa la Palabra: Latin-X-Tech event. RELATED: Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation fundraises to support hurricane fiona relief in Puerto Rico The event, held in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, brought together a diverse group of Hispanic and Latino American technology professionals, entrepreneurs and enthusiasts for a day of connection and celebration. Attendees were treated to a lineup of conversations from industry experts who focused on the importance of Hispanic and Latino American representation in technology, as well as panel discussions with small business owners from Detroit. Members of Detroit’s Hispanic and Latino American communities talk about their involvement in robotics and engineering at the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation’s Pasa la Palabra: Latin-X Tech event. | Photo by One Detroit The event was more than just a place for networking and learning, however. It was a platform for Detroit’s Hispanic and Latino American communities to showcase their achievements, share their stories and address the challenges they face in the tech industry. It also celebrated Hispanic and Latino American culture through its food, music and local artisan offerings. One Detroit contributor Bryce Huffman visited the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation’s Pasa la Palabra: Latin-X-Tech event to learn how Detroit’s Hispanic and Latino American communities continue to carve out their place in the tech world. He talks with Anita Zavala, the entrepreneurship and wealth-building director at Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation; Jessie Feliz, the founder and lead educator of Spanish S.W.A.G.; Eye Breathe Design Founder Eddi Gonzales; and Mikey’s Cocina Founder Miguel Mendez Roman, who is also the building manager at the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation. Stay Connected Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel and don’t miss One Detroit on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit PBS, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Pasa la Palabra: Latin-X-Tech event celebrates Detroit’s Hispanic, Latino American tech industry
Hispanic and Latino American workers make up 17% of total employment across the nation, but just 8% of all science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workers, a 2021 PEW Research study found. Despite their small share, they still make large contributions to their industries, as evidenced by the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation’s Pasa la Palabra: Latin-X-Tech event.
Citizens Research Council President Eric Lupher discusses Michigan’s population growth challenges
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Growing Michigan Together Council, unveiled during the 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference, is taking a bold bipartisan approach to address the state’s key challenges. Comprised of experts from various fields, the council’s overarching goal is to devise strategies that will bolster Michigan’s population and economy with a focus on Pre-K-12 education, higher education, infrastructure, jobs, talent, and overall societal well-being.
Detroit Chamber and Business Leaders for Michigan co-author new study on Michiganders under 30
In an effort to gain a deeper understanding of the priorities and aspirations of Michigan’s younger generation, the Detroit Regional Chamber and Business Leaders for Michigan have unveiled the results of a recent survey focused on residents aged 18 to 29. This comprehensive poll, conducted by The Glengariff Group, Inc., provides valuable insights into the factors influencing young Michiganders’ decisions about their future in the state.
New Black-owned grocery store aims to tackle the food desert on Detroit’s eastside
In a promising development for Detroit’s Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood on the city’s eastside, African American entrepreneur Raphael Wright is set to open the doors of Neighborhood Grocery LLC. This establishment is poised to make history as the first Black-owned grocery store in Detroit in nearly a decade.
New CRC report shows Michigan’s infrastructure struggles under climate change pressure
Michigan’s infrastructure is crumbling — literally. Michigan has witnessed a troubling decline in the condition of its aging infrastructure, including its roads, water, and energy systems, and the tangible effects of climate change through increased flooding, heatwaves, and severe storms have placed additional stress on these already fragile systems. Addressing the interplay between deteriorating infrastructure and the impact of climate change has become a pressing issue for residents and policymakers alike. These challenges raise urgent questions about how to modernize and fortify critical infrastructure in the face of an evolving climate landscape.
Gov. Whitmer’s Growth Council aims to boost population, economy through education and infrastructure
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s “Growing Michigan Together Council,” unveiled during the 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference, is taking a bold bipartisan approach to address the state’s key challenges. Comprised of experts from various fields, the council’s overarching goal is to devise strategies that will bolster Michigan’s population and economy with a focus on Pre-K-12 education, higher education, infrastructure, jobs, talent, and overall societal well-being.
Imagining Michigan’s future with Richard Florida and Zoe Clark
Thriving cities are essential to a state’s prosperity. A flourishing population with a robust talent pipeline helps shape a healthy economy, but Michigan’s population has been shrinking for decades, especially in its efforts to attract young, college-educated tech talent from elsewhere.
Cooking with Que Founder Quiana Broden brings plant-based dining to Detroit with The Kitchen
At the intersection of positivity, community and eating healthy is the Detroit restaurant and culinary business The Kitchen, by Cooking with Que. Founded by Quiana “Que” Broden, a renowned chef and entrepreneur, her business specializes in providing delicious vegan and vegetarian meals and promoting healthy, plant-based eating options.
Michigan Hot Jobs and Career Survey
Discover the top 50 “Hot Jobs” in Michigan and learn how you can set on your path to a great career.
From Boomers to Zoomers: The Generational Impact on the Future of Work | Future of Work Town Hall
With Michigan’s population on the decline, looking at each generation’s impact on the state’s economy becomes paramount to seeing how policymakers and other stakeholders can turn the population around.
Inside the minds of Gen Z: What the next generation thinks about the future of work
As the baton of the workforce is passed from one generation to the next, Generation Z emerges as a powerful force, bringing their unique perspectives and aspirations to the table. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, Gen Z is approaching higher education and their future careers with a fresh mindset, seeking practical skills and hands-on experiences that will empower them in an ever-evolving job market. Gen Z also remains optimistic for a future where their work aligns with their passions, enables positive societal impact and fosters constant learning. Statistics from a Deloitte and Network of Executive Women (NEW) poll show that 77% of Generation Z said they would prefer to work for a company that shared similar values. RELATED: While many factors may influence their career decisions, including opportunities elsewhere, a significant question remains: Will Michigan’s Gen Z population continue to call the state home, pursuing their dreams here and contributing to the state’s prosperity? Three members of Generation Z — Brooke Snow, Samantha Chiang and Kendall Murray — sat down with One Detroit producer and Future of Work host Will Glover to talk about their hopes for the future, the types of jobs they have been exposed to in their K-12 careers, and whether they will stay in Michigan after graduation. One Detroit and the Michigan Learning Channel hosted a Future of Work Town Hall “Gen Z in the Workforce” at Marygrove Conservancy. | Photo by Jonathan Shead, One Detroit This conversation comes from One Detroit’s Future of Work Town Hall “Gen Z in the Workforce” and continues One Detroit’s cumulative, ongoing conversations involving the future of work and workforce development in Michigan. Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss One Detroit Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Detroit Public Schools graduates first high school class from The School at Marygrove
A unique educational partnership has produced its first class of high school graduates. In 2019, the closure of Marygrove College gave way to a different approach to education on the same campus with the Detroit Public School’s new School at Marygrove, a social justice, engineering and education-focused school. The School at Marygrove is part of a “cradle to career” program called the P-20 Partnership. It’s a collaboration among several organizations including Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD), the Kresge Foundation, the Marygrove Conservancy, Starfish Family Services and the University of Michigan School of Education. The School at Marygrove held a monumental commencement ceremony for its first graduating high school class, which collectively received over $6 million in post-secondary scholarships and awards. One Detroit contributor Daijah Moss stopped by Music Hall Detroit to capture the celebration. At the commencement, graduates share their experiences at the new school. University of Michigan School of Education Dean Elizabeth Birr Moje talks about the college’s commitment to the next generation of teachers and students. The commencement ceremony featured school principal Lisa Williams and founding teachers, DPSCD Board Members, Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Bolden, and the graduation class’s valedictorian and salutatorian. Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss One Detroit Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
2023 Mackinac Policy Conference emphasizes collaborative solutions with ‘The Power of And’
Every year, the state’s top policymakers, C-suite business executives, academics, community and civic leaders head to Mackinac Island for the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference to discuss the challenges and opportunities that Michigan has before it. This year’s conference is set to explore the theme “The Power of And,” emphasizing the importance of collaboration, innovation and inclusive solutions to shape the future of Detroit and the state. With an array of thought-provoking discussions, interactive sessions and networking opportunities, the 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference is expected to be a platform for meaningful conversations and transformative ideas, much like previous ideas that began at the conference including the bipartisan auto-reform policy, rebounding Detroit from bankruptcy, and more. One Detroit’s 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference correspondent Zoe Clark, political director for Michigan Radio, sat down with Detroit Regional Chamber CEO Sandy Baruah and Bank of America Michigan President Matt Elliott, this year’s conference chair, for a preview of the annual conference and what attendees can expect. They talk about the conference theme, the future of work, what each are looking forward to, and how the conference’s conversations affect the daily lives of Michiganders. Detroit Public TV will provide live coverage of the 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference beginning Tuesday, May 30. Stream key conversations from the conference here. Plus, don’t miss a special one-hour One Detroit episode from the conference airing at 7 p.m. ET Thursday, June 1. Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss One Detroit Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Gen Z in the Workforce | Future of Work Town Hall
As the baton of the workforce is passed from one generation to the next, Gen Z emerges as a powerful force, bringing their unique perspectives and aspirations to the table. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, Gen Z is approaching higher education and their future careers with a fresh mindset, seeking practical skills and hands-on experiences that will empower them in an ever-evolving job market.
Michigan medical device company Wareologie makes major advancements in mobile, at-home caregiving
Wareologie, a Michigan-based medical device company, is making waves in the healthcare industry with its groundbreaking advancements in mobile and at-home caregiving. Led by innovative founder Gina Adams, the company has pioneered a range of innovative products that are transforming the lives of patients and caregivers alike.
Black Leaders Detroit gears up to support Black entrepreneurs during weeklong Ride for Equity
A nonprofit that supports Black-led businesses is gearing up for its annual weeklong bike ride to Mackinaw City to raise awareness for its cause. Black Leaders Detroit’s annual Ride for Equity, which kicks off May 21 this year, will raise money for African American entrepreneurs in Detroit and spread awareness about the importance of equitable funding practices.
Michigan’s returning citizens leverage prison work experiences to create new careers on the outside
For people who have been incarcerated, the road to reintegration into society can be long and challenging, especially when it comes to finding employment. Many employers remain reluctant to hire individuals with criminal records, which can create a significant barrier for those trying to rebuild their lives after serving time. This reluctance can create a vicious cycle, leading to recidivism and further incarceration.
Technology impacts on industry and how to prepare future workers now | Future of Work Series with Detroit Economic Club
[embedded content]A livestream conversation about preparing future workers forthe impact of autonomous technology on the workplace Technology has changed almost every product, both the way they are made and function. In the next 10-20 years, the concept of manual labor will be heavily impacted by autonomous technology and robotics themes. This will touch almost every industry, especially manufacturing and healthcare. Educators need to embrace this change and make sure students will be trained in a multi-disciplinary manner, including the use of a variety of technologies to fill the needs of employers. Stay Connected Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss One Detroit Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Technology Impacts on Industry and How to Prepare Future Workers Now | Future of Work Town Hall
A livestream conversation about preparing future workers for the impact of autonomous technology on the workplace Technology has changed almost every product, both the way they are made and function. In the next 10-20 years, the concept of manual labor will be heavily impacted by autonomous technology and robotics themes.
Thoughtful Urban Design for Downtown Growth | Future of Work Town Hall
It’s becoming critical to apply thoughtful urban design practices to Detroit developments and encourage company engagement within the city as a way to redefine working downtown.
Growing Michigan’s millennial workforce with Let’s Detroit ambassador Marjace Miles
Millennials make up the largest share of the U.S. workforce — the generation is expected to make up 75% of the global workforce by 2025 — and the future of work in Michigan will depend upon keeping young professionals here. So, how can business leaders and key stakeholders convince millennials to plant their roots in Michigan?
Gen Xers are taking the lead. How will they shape the future of work?
Gen Xers have quietly become the next generation of workforce leaders, rising to C-suite level positions, as they take on new roles and talk about hiring for positions that don’t exist yet. At the same time Gen Xers are juggling the heightened responsibilities at work, they’re navigating more responsibilities at home as they take care of kids and aging parents.
Building Black Development | American Black Journal and Bridge Detroit Virtual Town Hall
The real estate development industry is dealing with a representation crisis. According to a new study from the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) and Grove Impact, minority developers — Black and Hispanic — make up less than 1% of the entire real estate industry. African Americans make up 0.4% of the industry, while Hispanic developers represent only 0.16% of the industry.
Millennials on the Move: Making Michigan Home | Future of Work Town Hall
Millennials currently make up the largest share of the U.S. workforce and are expected to make up 75% of the global workforce by 2025. Despite the cohort’s strength in numbers, the workforce isn’t evenly distributed across the nation, however, with many millennials opting to live in warm-weather destinations and large metropolitan cities as opposed to places like Michigan.
Worker-owned Pingree Detroit creates equity, shares success with employees
Pingree Detroit, a design and manufacturing cooperative near the city’s Fitzgerald neighborhood, is making the city a better place one recycled good at a time, and they’re doing it all while giving employees stock in the business.
Gen X: Picking up the Slack in an Evolving Workforce | Future of Work Town Hall
They’re not the silent generation. Hidden from the spotlight until now, Gen Xers (born between 1965 and 1981) have quietly become the next generation of workforce leaders, rising to C-suite level positions, as they take on new roles and talk about hiring for positions that don’t exist yet.
Biking around Detroit: Jason Hall on the benefits of riding through the Motor City
Biking: it’s more than just exercise. It’s equitable transportation, entertainment and a way for people to be introduced to Detroit and what the city has to offer.
Bank of America President Matt Elliott discusses Detroit’s recovery, housing affordability, Mackinac Policy Conference 2023
As cities and downtowns continue to navigate post-pandemic recovery, downtown Detroit’s recovery has been night and day, literally. While nightlife activity has nearly fully returned to pre-pandemic levels, weekday activity has been slow to return to downtown Detroit, having an impact on business and the city’s overall economic recovery.
Detroit Economic Club hosts Jeff Donofrio, Rachel Stewart in discussion about Michigan’s economy, trends
Stay Connected: Subscribe to One Detroit’s YouTube Channel & Don’t miss One Detroit Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56. Catch the daily conversations on our website, Facebook, Twitter @DPTVOneDetroit, and Instagram @One.Detroit View Past Episodes > Watch One Detroit every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Detroit Public TV on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.
Has Detroit’s slow return to work stalled its downtown vibrancy? Eric Larson weighs in
How has the shift to remote and hybrid work impacted downtown Detroit’s vibrancy? Has the pandemic upended the notion that downtowns thrive on in-office workspaces and large company headquarters?
Millennials make up a majority of the global workforce. Can Michigan attract them to move here?
Millennials are expected to make up nearly three-fourths of the global workforce in the next two years, and many are moving away from now-unaffordable and overpopulated cities like New York City and San Francisco to cities down South including Austin, Dallas, and Miami.
Richard Florida shares the two priorities downtown Detroit needs for its post-pandemic recovery
In the past decade, the pulse of downtown Detroit has gone up and down like a rollercoaster. From a steep drop into bankruptcy a decade ago to swift twists and turns to return the city’s vibrancy, all for those efforts to be met with another huge drop— the COVID-19 pandemic. As Detroiters head into year three of the city’s post-pandemic recovery efforts, what plans are ahead? And what do the experts think?
What do workers want from a post-pandemic workforce? Strategic Staffing Solutions weighs in
For nearly three years, many employees have been working remotely because of the pandemic. Now, whether employers are choosing to stay fully remote, implement a hybrid model or make a full return to the office, several businesses are starting to make decisions about their post-pandemic workplace environments and requirements. But what do the employees want?
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II on the administration’s investment in downtown Detroit
As Michigan ushers in a Democratic-controlled state government for the first time in 40 years, what could that mean for the state’s ongoing investments in Detroit? And what could Detroit’s resurgence mean for the rest of the region and state?
The High Cost of Baby Boomers | Future of Work Town Hall
Baby boomers are facing a big decision: should they stay in the workforce, and can they afford to leave? Can Michigan afford to lose them? According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the percentage of civilian workers aged 65-74 participating in the U.S. labor force is expected to take a sharp rise in the next decade, meaning more baby boomers are expected to stave off retirement and stay in their positions longer.
2023 Detroit Policy Conference focuses on the City’s resurgence and the future for downtown
Ten years ago, in 2013, Detroit was facing arguably one of its hardest situations yet: bankruptcy. In the last decade, however, the city’s downtown has rebounded and revitalized itself, and in the grand scheme of things, for some city officials and key stakeholders, Detroit’s resurgence is just getting started.
A Year in Review: The Future of Work in Michigan | Future of Work Town Hall
After more than two years of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and major economic shifts, Michigan’s workforce landscape has changed drastically. Businesses of all sizes, and their employees, were impacted. Some small businesses shuttered, while others thrived, and the philosophy behind what work is, and what it should be, came into question.
The Great Reset: The Future of Work with SHRM’s Johnny Taylor, Jr.
In this time of global upheaval, the greatest challenge business leaders face is access to human capital. As a global leader on the future of employment, culture and leadership, Johnny C. Taylor, Jr is a sought-after voice on all matters affecting work, workers, and the workplace. Mr. Taylor will discuss the complexities of the modern workplace amid a pandemic, fluctuating unemployment, economic uncertainty and a heightened urgency around inclusion and diversity.
Michigan’s Childcare Challenges Have Displaced Women From the Workforce. Will New Legislation Help Them Return?
All across Michigan, a shortage of childcare availability and rising childcare costs have persisted, leaving some working women with few options other than to stay home and forego a job for parenthood. Nearly 1.1 million women left the workforce from February 2020 to January 2022, and a disproportionate number of women — 23% compared to 13% of men — considered leaving their careers for motherhood.
Future of Work Town Hall | Women in the Workforce
All across Michigan a shortage of childcare availability and rising childcare costs have persisted leaving some working women few other options than to stay home and forego a job for parenthood. According to a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics federal study, nearly 1.1 million women left the workforce from February 2020 to January 2022.
Does the Future of Teaching Spell Trouble for Michigan Educators, School Systems?
What does the future of teaching in Michigan look like for the state’s current educators, and how can Michigan make the profession more prosperous for educators and students to come?
Keeping Commitments? The State of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Efforts in the Workplace
It has been more than two years since George Floyd’s murder sparked huge commitments from businesses and organizations to expand their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in the workplace. Promises were made, but were they kept? American Black Journal takes a look at whether DEI efforts in the workplace have improved since calls for racial and social justice re-ignited across the nation.
Future of Work Town Hall | School’s Out for Teachers
When it comes to Michigan’s strengths as a state, education isn’t necessarily one of them. According to a U.S. News & World Report ranking, Michigan sits at 38th overall — 42nd in higher education, and 32nd in Pre-K-12 education — compared with the other 49 U.S. states. Teachers in Michigan were presented with more challenges and increased demands in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and school shootings, like the mass shooting at Oxford High School last November and at Uvalde Elementary School in Texas more recently.
Michigan Redesigned: Developing Careers, Investments in the State’s Design Industry
Taking a look around Michigan’s major cities, design is everywhere. The creativity of designers can be seen throughout Michigan in the clothes we wear, the architecture of our cities and the cars we drive, but still, globally Detroit isn’t recognized for having a strong design industry. How can Michigan develop more design jobs across the state, and prepare young designers for future design jobs?
Placemaking: The Path to Increasing Quality of Life, Talent Attraction in Michigan
Placemaking — it’s the term often used to describe the process of increasing the quality of shared public spaces where business owners, workers and families can gather. When it comes to placemaking efforts, what has Michigan done and have those investments paid off today?
Can Detroit become an international fashion city? Detroit brand Deviate Fashion thinks so
When it comes to fashion, not many people place Detroit among the cities where the design industry thrives. Detroiters may know it here, but one Detroit-based fashion brand, Deviate Fashion, started with the goal to put Detroit on the map as a fashion city around the world.
Future of Work Town Hall | Michigan Redesigned
Taking a look around Michigan’s major cities, design is everywhere, though much of the design people see in their daily lives largely goes unnoticed. Whether it’s the clothing people wear, the designs and patterns that adorn walls, the architecture in downtown Detroit and other cities, or the websites they visit, chances are a designer is behind it. So, what really makes up the design industry and what efforts are underway in Michigan to develop and expand it?
Michigan Business Leaders Say Education, Trained Workforce Key to Making Michigan More Competitive
In the national and global race for strong professional talent, how can Michigan get a leg up on the competition? How does the Great Lakes state become a top 10 state where families and young professionals want to live, work, grow and play? Some of Michigan’s top business leaders gathered together to answer these questions about making Michigan more competitive and how exactly the state should do it at the Detroit Regional Chambers 2022 Mackinac Policy Conference.
Future of Work Town Hall | Creating Communities: The Path to Placemaking
From Detroit’s Campus Martius and Riverwalk districts to vibrant developing downtown corridors in Detroit’s suburbs, like Clawson, urban planners, developers and city officials in Southeast Michigan have begun the placemaking process in an attempt to attract and retain workforce talent and provide residents with a greater quality of life, but have the state’s efforts paid off?
Future of Work Town Hall | Steering the Future: Moving the Motor City’s Auto Industry Forward
More than a century ago, Detroit’s entrepreneurial spirit put the Michigan auto industry on the map as the Motor City — the car capital of the world, but how will the state that has led the automotive industry for several decades stay competitive in the everchanging automotive environment of the 21st century?
Small business workshop covers business recovery, sustainability amid COVID
For the past eight years, The LEE Group‘s President and CEO Mark S. Lee has put a focus on helping small businesses through the challenges of starting and sustaining a new venture. The past few years, however, COVID-19 has caused major disruptions to our economy and to the survival of small businesses. The LEE Group’s Small Business Workshop returns for its eighth year with a focus on business recovery and sustainability. ere severely impacted and are not showing the profitability that they had.
Michigan’s Teacher Shortage: Can It Be Considered a Crisis Yet?
From remote learning to mask mandates, teacher shortages and more, the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to disrupt education for Michigan’s students and educators. Michigan’s teacher shortage specifically has been a widely debated topic across the state, but can it be characterized as a crisis yet? While some headlines and reports might say yes, other education experts don’t think our state’s education system is there yet.
Grocery Stores Remain Hardest Hit by Employee Shortages | Future of Work
They were some of America’s frontline workers, but then they called it quits. The nation’s labor shortage has impacted several industries, with workers leaving because of low wages, poor conditions or in pursuit of new opportunities, but one of the hardest-hit industries continues to be retail, especially grocery stores that have seen grocery store workers leave in droves.
New York Times Author Alec Ross Discusses Best-Selling Book ‘The RAGING 2020s’
New York Times best-selling author Alec Ross joined the Detroit Economic Club on Feb. 16 for a lively discussion centered around his latest book, “The RAGING 2020s: Companies, Countries and People — and the Fight for Our Future,” with DEC President and CEO Steve Grigorian. Alec Ross currently works as a distinguished visiting professor at l’Universitá di Bologna Business School.
Michigan’s High Childcare Costs Continue As Financial Assistance Remains Untapped
While 35% of Michigan’s children five years and under qualify for childcare subsidies, only 5% of families are tapping into the state’s financial resources. At the same time, nearly 44% of Michigan families live in childcare deserts — geographic hot spots where there’s a lack of licensed childcare providers.
Have Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Progressed in the Workplace?
One Detroit contributor and American Black Journal host Stephen Henderson checks in with marketing consultant Mark S. Lee, president of The Lee Group, MI LLC, on where diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are in the workplace. They explore the progress that’s been made in regards to DEI efforts and what’s still lacking nearly two years after the topic re-emerged into the mainstream, after George Floyd’s death.
2/10/22: One Detroit – Critical Race Theory, Michigan Childcare, Workplace DEI, Bill Bonds
When Jonathan Harris first previewed his painting “Critical Race Theory” at his TRIPTYCH: Stronger Together exhibit at the Irwin House Gallery this past November, it sat on a wall just outside the gallery’s main room, but despite its less-than-prominent placement, it sold easily. It was the first step toward a virality that swept over Harris’ painting and sparked a national conversation about critical race theory and the ways social and political issues are taught in America’s classrooms.
Detroit Economic Club Hosts 2022 Economic Outlook Discussion for Michigan
On Thursday, Jan. 13, the Detroit Economic Club hosted the 2022 Michigan Economic Outlook meeting to discuss the state’s trajectory and possible fiscal future. In a conversation moderated by Detroit News’ Senior Editor of Business and columnist Daniel Howes, Elaine Buckberg, Chief Economist of General Motors, and Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation share their insights on the analysis of our state’s economic strength and fortitude.
Michigan State University President Discusses Future for Spartan Community
The Detroit Economic Center welcomed Samuel L. Stanley Jr., M.D., President of Michigan State University, on Monday, December 6, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel as the 16th speaker in DEC history. In a fireside chat with WJR Radio’s Paul W. Smith, Dr. Stanley discussed “Leading The Way Forward: MSU Today and Tomorrow” and answered questions from the audience.
DTE CEO Discusses the Future of Michigan’s Energy Needs
The Detroit Economic Club hosted Jerry Norcia, President & CEO of DTE Energy, on Thursday, November 18, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with Sandy Pierce of The Huntington National Bank, Jerry discussed “Planning for Our Customers’ Evolving Energy Needs While Investing in Michigan’s Clean Energy Future” and answered questions from the audience.
Delta CEO Discusses the Future of Travel
The Detroit Economic Club hosted Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, on Friday, October 29, at the Westin Book Cadillac. In a fireside chat with DEC President and CEO Steve Grigorian, Ed discussed “The Future of Travel” and answered questions from the audience.
9/23/21: One Detroit – Mackinac Policy Conference Highlights
One Detroit team Christy McDonald, Stephen Hendersonand Nolan Finley provide their seasoned analysis of the week’s proceedings, which centered around such topics as the Future of Work, racial equality, community health and public education.
7/22/21: One Detroit – Future Leadership / Fixing the Districts / Eviction Moratorium Ending
Detroit’s primary elections are coming up in just over a week. One Detroit contributors, Nolan Finley of The Detroit News and Stephen Henderson of American Black Journal, got together to talk about who’s on the ballot, the contention over proposed charter revisions, and the future of the mayoral seat.
4/15/21: One Detroit – The Future of Women & Work
Impact of women leaving the workforce According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, there were 2.2 million fewer women in the workforce in October 2020 than in October 2019. The number of women participating in the workforce has dropped 57%, the lowest level since 1988. Christy talks with Univ. of Michigan Labor Economist Dr. Betsey Stevenson and Julie Kashen from The Century Foundation for more on the ascendancy of women in the workforce pre-pandemic and the setbacks they’re facing now.
