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Troy Chamber Hosts Expert Panel to Discuss Michigan Business Climate
Reinvest Michigan is a networking event and will provide an update on Michigan's economy and current business climate.
On Wednesday, May 10, the Troy Chamber of Commerce will host REinvest Michigan, an engaging event including an economic update and a panel of experts to discuss the current business climate and the obstacles they overcame to help create the new economy in Michigan. The event will be held from 8-9:30 a.m. at Altair, 1820 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy.
President & CEO of the Troy Chamber, Ara Topouzian, explains that REinvest Michigan is a great opportunity to hear where the economy is going and how it plays into both real estate and business attraction. “This is one of the most unique economic updates you will hear in Michigan by some of the top professionals involved in economic development.”
The panel of experts include: Paul Traub, Senior Business Economist of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago – Detroit Branch, Matthew Farrell, CEO & Co-Founder of CORE Partners and Jennifer Nelson, Chief Business Development Officer of Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and is moderated by Daniel Duggan, Vice President-Origination, Bernard Financial Group. Prior to the panel discussion, Paul Traub will be giving a brief economic update.
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“Michigan is building a 21st-century economy inspired by the state’s legendary ‘spirit of innovation’ that integrates technological possibilities, strengths of the dynamic global auto industry and entrepreneurial promise,” says Jennifer Nelson. “By understanding our current economy with an eye on future economic growth, REinvest Michigan provides an incisive analysis of economic trends that define business opportunities and shape the range of reasons the state is an attractive place for businesses of all shapes, sizes and industries.”
The event is sponsored by Lake Michigan Credit Union, Oakland University and First State Bank. The cost is $25 for Troy Chamber members and $40 for non-members and includes breakfast. Register at troychamber.com/events. For more information call 248-641-8151 or e-mail: theteam@troychamber.com
