While the Grosse Pointes may be known for old money and Metro Detroit's bluest blood, the collection of cities is also a place for young families to put down their roots in a stable community with easy access to Detroit's cultural amenities. Plus, the Pointes' waterfront parks and neighborhood shopping add up to a complete package of riches for its residents.
The D Brand and You
By: Clare Pfeiffer Ramsey,
1/17/2008
The
'D' brand isn't just about pulling in conventions and tourists. With
the D Brand Summit, branding gurus are showing us how the power of the
'D' can also attract more talent and business to the region.
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The Michigan Growth Capital Symposium: More Than Money
By: Scott Paul Dunham,
6/14/2007
Like
American Idol, each year local startups strut their stuff at the Michigan Growth Capital Symposium, presenting in 'lightning round' pitch sessions for the attention of venture capital managers and angel investors. But support can mean more than just a quick infusion of cash, it can also spell success for Michigan's economy. (
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Michigan Music Fests: Mozart To Mosh Pits
By: Melinda Clynes,
6/7/2007
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, "Music takes us out of the actual and whispers to us dim secrets that startle our wonder as to who we are." Clearly the man loved his polka.
metromode offers up a Summer Music Festival guide worth singing about. (
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Guest Blogger: Maud Lyon
By: Maud Lyon,
6/7/2007
Our guest blogger for this week is Maud Lyon. Maud is the founding director of the Cultural Alliance, and a consultant for numerous nonprofit organizations.
Check back here each week day to read Maud's thoughts on the state of arts and culture in Michigan. (
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Discipline Five: Get on Base
By: Michael Brennan,
6/7/2007
United Way president Michael Brennan examines the importance of continued success over time in the fifth installment of his series on a Community of Progress. (
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