Detroit Economic Club's Podcast (Detroit Economic Club)

The DEC hosted Former U.S. Representative Liz Cheney and ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl on Tuesday, October 22, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. 

BREAKOUT SESSION: Secure Your Future and Michigan's by Succeeding in Detroit

Have you ever thought to yourself or been asked by someone else, “Why Detroit?” In this engaging presentation, we will answer that question with gusto. From unique small businesses, art galleries, specialty restaurants, and shops to world-renowned architecture and cultural institutions, historic neighborhoods, and unparalleled public spaces, Detroit is full of unique assets that make it an amazing place to call home, and it’s only getting better. It’s ground zero for innovative industries that will transform the future, one of the leading cities for entrepreneurship, and job opportunities abound no matter what your skillset or interest. This presentation will help young leaders see the benefit to themselves, and to Michigan, of being an integral part of taking Michigan into the future.

Key Takeaways:

• What Detroit can offer young leaders and the value proposition for why they should stay in the area
• Why people are moving from New York, San Francisco and other parts of the country to Detroit
• Metro Detroit is full of opportunity regardless of field
• How young leaders can be a part of making Detroit and Michigan even better than it is now and the many great examples of successful people who did just that

Speaker:

Jeanette Pierce
Founder & President
City Institute

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The DEC hosted the 2023 Detroit Tigers at MotorCity Casino Hotel on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

Tigers broadcasters Matt Shepard and Craig Monroe facilitated two lively roundtable discussions. Members heard from President of Baseball Operations Scott Harris and Manager A.J. Hinch as they shared their thoughts on the season. A players-only roundtable with Spencer Torkelson, Jake Rogers, and Kerry Carpenter followed. The always-fun meeting concluded with audience questions and a raffle for Tiger memorabilia.

BREAKOUT SESSION: Bridging Corporate and Community: How to Leverage Your Skills, Talents, and Passions as Professionals to Create Positive Change

Corporations have large platforms to use when it comes to change. As young leaders, we need to use our voices to speak up on issues and topics that are important to us within our organizations. Millennials and Gen Zs comprise a majority of the workforce and employers are eager to hear from us. When we come together to speak up, we can collectively influence corporations to make changes that benefit society. Right now our society is at a tipping point - Affirmative Action, Roe vs. Wade, Climate Change, amongst other issues – as young leaders how can we leverage our skills, talents, and passions to encourage change and set us up for success in the future and other generations to follow.

Key Takeaways:

• How to leverage skills, talents and passions to encourage change
• How to set up success for generations to follow

Moderator:

Orlando Bailey
Director of Engagement
BridgeDetroit

Speakers:

Ghida Dagher
President & CEO
New American Leaders

Vance Jackson
Executive Director
Renaissance of Hope

Kamilia Landrum
Executive Director
Detroit Branch NAACP

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The DEC hosted Charles L. Evans, President & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, on Monday, April 11, at the Huntington Place. In a fireside chat with Susan Tompor, Personal Finance Columnist at the Detroit Free Press, Charles discussed his outlook for the economy, employment, inflation, and interest rates, and answered questions from the audience.

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Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

Pressure continues to increase on the Federal Reserve to take a stronger stand against inflation. As the debate continues over how fast and high to raise interest rates, join Scott Frush as he offers perspective on What History Tells Us About Yield Inversion Interest Rate Hikes by the Fed.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Scott Frush
Senior Portfolio Manager
Fifth Third Private Bank

Develop Breakout Session: The Challenge of Change

There is one thing in life and work that is guaranteed, and that is things will change. We have people around us moving full-steam ahead and then others that are constantly pumping the brakes. They both play a valuable role in helping us succeed as teams and organizations. So, how do we lead change effectively inside our organizations? This session will provide you with some simple tools to help get everyone on board.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand which personality types like change and which are more change-averse
• Learn how each person can play a role in the plan for change
• Learn how to communicate change effectively to your teams

Speaker:

Skot Waldron
Internal Communications Strategist / GiANT Consultant
SkotWaldron.com

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The DEC hosted The Honorable Pat McCrory, Former North Carolina Governor (R) and No Labels National Co-Chair, and The Honorable Jay Nixon, Former Missouri Governor (D) and No Labels Ballot Integrity Project Director, on Wednesday, December 13, at The MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with The Detroit News' Kaitlyn Buss, the former governors discussed No Labels' plans and why they feel No Labels presents common sense solutions to solve America’s biggest problems and answered questions from the audience.

Join us via Zoom as we focus on everyone’s favorite topic…your investments. We will ask Jill Garvey for three things to get excited about and three things to give you pause.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Jill Garvey, CPA, CFP®
SVP & Senior Wealth Strategist
Huntington Private Bank

BREAKOUT SESSION: The Future is Yours... Go Get It!

Much of our professional success is determined by our willingness to put in the effort to achieve it. But what about those times when it seems like success is merely a product of dumb luck? Or when you have done everything it takes to be successful, but still come up short? The truth is, success typically falls somewhere between the two, and is oftentimes, a very personalized formula. It’s time to crack the code and set ourselves up to take on the next steps of our professional lives!

Key Takeaways:

• Understand and reflect on your personal journey to career success
• Redefine what effort means in the context of success
• Learn to leverage your strengths and sharpen your weaknesses
• Mentally roadmap your future and go get it!

Speaker:

Jason Sweet
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist
Harman International

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The DEC hosted Mary T. Barra, Chair & CEO of General Motors, on Thursday, May 23, at MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit. In an exclusive meeting for DEC members and accompanied guests, WDIV Local 4's Rhonda Walker moderated the fireside chat to discuss GM’s strategic bets on the future and how the company is driving technology advancements and improving the customer experience with the potential to create a better world for all.

Closing Keynote Powered by MotorCity Casino Hotel: A Conversation with Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist

Moderator:

Justin Remington

Speaker:

Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist
State of Michigan

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The DEC hosted Stuart Hoffman, SVP & Senior Economic Advisor at PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., on Thursday, April 13, at Westin Book Cadillac. Stuart discussed “A Challenging Year Ahead: The U.S. Economy Experiences a Mild Recession But Slower Inflation” and answered questions from the audience.

Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

George will discuss the economic and investment implications of a world that could be described as Hot, Crowded and Flat – Hot inflation, Crowded markets, and the potential for Flat forward-looking returns.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

George Mateyo
Chief Investment Officer
Key Private Bank

The DEC hosted the 25th Annual Detroit Lions Kickoff Meeting at Ford Field on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Dan Miller and Jennifer Hammond facilitated two lively roundtable discussions with Lions players and executives.

Members heard from Jared Goff, Amani Oruwariye, Jamaal Williams, Taylor Decker and Frank Ragnow in a players-only roundtable. President Rod Wood, Head Coach Dan Campbell, and Executive VP & GM Brad Holmes completed the anniversary event with their thoughts on the upcoming season.

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The DEC hosted The Honorable Gina M. Raimondo, U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary, on Monday, November 29, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Secretary Raimondo called for government investment in domestic semiconductor production and answered questions from the audience.

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The DEC hosted Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday, February 14, at the Huntington Place in Detroit. In an exclusive meeting for DEC members and accompanied guests, the Governor shared remarks regarding her administration’s FY ’25 budget priorities. She was later joined on stage by U.S. Department of the Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen for a fireside chat.

Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

Our guest speaker, Michael Hans, will share megatrends he is watching, asset classes he favors and a money/tax saving strategy.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Michael Hans
Chief Investment Officer
Clarfeld | Citizens Private Wealth

Join us via Zoom as we focus on everyone’s favorite topic…your investments. We will ask Jason Tinsley for three things to get excited about and three things to give you pause.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Jason Tinsley
Michigan Market Manager
J.P. Morgan Private Bank

The DEC hosted Ali Velshi, MSNBC Chief Correspondent and Host of "Velshi," on Monday, October 7, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Ali discussed his book "Small Acts of Courage: A Legacy of Endurance and the Fight for Democracy" and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted Jim Fitterling, Chair & CEO of Dow, on Wednesday, April 17, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Daniel Howes of The Detroit News, Jim discussed "Possible and Profitable: Clean Energy & Decarbonization" and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted the 2023-2024 Detroit Red Wings at the MotorCity Casino Hotel on Wednesday, February 28. Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond served as the Masters of Ceremonies for the 18th annual meeting. 

In a lively roundtable discussion, members heard from Executive VP & General Manager Steve Yzerman and Head Coach Derek Lalonde as they shared their thoughts on the season. A players-only roundtable with Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, and Alex DeBrincat followed. The always-fun meeting concluded with a raffle for Red Wings memorabilia.

Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

Our guest speakers John Augustine and Jill Garvey, will give us their thoughts on 2021’s Great Recovery, trends and ideas to watch, and wealth planning developments that can assist you in securing your financial future.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKERS

John Augustine, CFA
Chief Investment Officer
Huntington Private Bank

Jill Garvey, CPA, CFP®
Senior Wealth Strategist
Huntington Private Bank

The DEC hosted Christopher Wray, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, on Tuesday, March 22, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with DEC President & CEO Steve Grigorian, Director Wray discussed "Accomplishing the Mission: Bringing New Partners to the Fight to Counter Evolving Threats" and answered questions from the audience.

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The DEC hosted Matt Rossetti, Chief Architect of Serious Fun at ROSSETTI, and Amy Chesterton, Partner - Urban Planning at ROSSETTIon Tuesday, April 11, at Marygrove Conservancy. In an interactive town hall hosted by Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson, the panel discussed "Thoughtful Urban Design for Downtown Growth."

This town hall was presented in partnership with Detroit Public TV as part of the Future of Work Series.

BREAKOUT SESSION: Leading at Any Level

Rising and elevating leaders of the now and the future have an opportunity to step into their potential by first seeing themselves as leaders as they navigate their careers, their business relationships and their growth. This session is designed to educate and empower leaders of their leadership potential, arming them with tools to combat challenges and exciting them to look forward to, and embrace their career futures, sometimes in unexpected ways.

Key Takeaways:

• Identifying your default leadership style
• Reframing as a leadership tool
• Dealing with discomfort, fear, and imposter syndrome on your leadership journey
• Curating your Leadership Legacy

Speaker:

Jacqueline M. Baker
Founder, Principal Consultant & Author
Scarlet Communications

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The DEC hosted the 2022-2023 Detroit Red Wings at the MotorCity Casino Hotel on Friday, March 10. Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond served as the Masters of Ceremonies for the 17th annual meeting.

In a lively roundtable discussion, members heard from Assistant General Manager Shawn Horcoff, and Head Coach Derek Lalonde as they shared their thoughts on the season. A players-only roundtable with Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, and Lucas Raymond followed. The always-fun meeting concluded with audience questions and a raffle for Red Wings memorabilia.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

Join DEC Members for an engaging conversation about why it’s more important than ever to plan – not predict – when it comes to navigating our ever-changing investment landscape.

With inflation dominating conversations, employers dealing with labor shortages and supply chain issues, and evolving legislative action coming out of Washington, D.C. which includes myriad implications for businesses and families, 2022 is set to be another interesting year. Jeffrey Phillips will share planning steps to achieve your goals.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Jeffrey Phillips, CFA, CPA
Chief Investment Officer
Rehmann

Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

With the world transitioning to lower growth and lingering inflation over the next couple of years, Jas Thandi will discuss his asset class views, what will it mean to invest in a world with much higher inflation volatility and what strategies can be used in subject environment.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Jas Thandi, CFA, MBA
Partner, Global Head of Asset Allocation, Aon Investments

The DEC hosted Samuel L. Stanley Jr., M.D., President of Michigan State University, on Monday, December 6, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with WJR's Paul W. Smith, Dr. Stanley discussed "Leading The Way Forward: MSU Today and Tomorrow" and answered questions from the audience.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

Inspire Breakout Session: Finding Balance in an Everchanging World

Never have we, as a society, seen such a dramatic shift in nearly every facet of our lives. Young professionals especially need help and assistance in reframing their thinking and priorities to keep themselves healthy, happy and balanced.

As a health and wellbeing advocate and expert who has focused not only on the individual side of health and wellbeing, but corporate and employee wellbeing, Cassie’s purpose in life and work is to teach and inspire others to make all areas of their wellbeing a top priority, in their life and in the workplace.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand how overall health and wellbeing contribute to adaptability in life, overall sense of joy and purpose, as well as occupational and financial wellbeing
• Provide tools to help shift your mindset when life gets difficult, as it will inevitably happen at one point in all our lives
• Keeping ourselves balanced and healthy in times of stress will prove to be a lifelong skill that is beneficial to all people and in all areas of our lives

Speaker:

Cassie Sobelton
Author, Health & Wellbeing Expert, Founder
Wellness Collection

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The DEC hosted Michigan Gubernatorial Candidates Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) and Tudor Dixon (R) on Friday, October 21, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. Each candidate had solo time to answer a series of questions from WDIV's Christy McDonald and to state their case to lead Michigan for the next four years.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

Develop Breakout Session: The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

The value of emotional intelligence (EI) is the foundation for any successful and rewarding relationship, personally and professionally. There is tremendous value in being able to sit silently, listen and validate your own emotions. Nevertheless, it takes strength and courage to walk this journey; courage to be still when it hurts and strength to exercise self-control amid emotions that cause internal combustion. All these elements are needed to develop and increase our emotional intelligence, a crucial skill for successful leadership.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of increased awareness of emotional intelligence
• Develop a greater understanding of the four quadrants of emotional intelligence
• Learn how to increase your emotional intelligence

Speaker:

Cathy Mott
Executive Coach | Author | Speaker | CEO & President
CWC Leadership Development

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The DEC hosted the University Research Corridor presidents on Tuesday, October 15, at the Masonic. University of Michigan President Santa Ono, Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz, and Wayne State University President Kimberly Andrews Espy discussed how their institutions collaborate to lead groundbreaking research and attract and support companies.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

The DEC hosted the Honorable Debbie Stabenow, U.S. Senator for Michigan, on Wednesday, October 2, at the Masonic. WXYZ-TV Channel 7's Chuck Stokes moderated "The Exit Interview."

The DEC 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.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

The DEC hosted Jamie Dimon, Chairman & CEO of JPMorgan Chase & Co., on Wednesday, September 20, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. This exclusive meeting for DEC members and accompanying guests was the largest crowd since the pandemic.

In a fireside chat with Dennis Archer, Jr., Chairman & CEO of Sixteen42 Ventures, Jamie discussed JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s decade-long commitment to Detroit, as well as global financial and geopolitical issues, and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted Brendan Whitworth, CEO of Anheuser-Busch, on Wednesday, June 8, at Ford Field. In a fireside chat with DEC President and CEO Steve Grigorian, Brendan discussed “How Innovation Brews Business Transformation” and answered questions from the audience.

The event concluded with a summer beverage tasting led by Anheuser-Busch Master Cicerone Ryan Daley.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

The DEC hosted Jerry Norcia on Tuesday, February 6, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by DEC Board Chair Sandy Pierce, Jerry discussed "Advancing the Energy Backbone of Michigan’s Economy – Utilizing all the Tools in the Toolbox" and answered questions from the audience.

Develop Breakout Session: Disrupt Yourself - How to Reinvent Yourself to Adapt and Thrive in This Everchanging World

During the session, Carolina will guide participants through a framework on how to disrupt themselves before they are disrupted by others. She will share why it is important to take a proactive approach and be intentional about reinventing themselves to thrive in the midst of a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) world.

Key Takeaways:

• Inspire participants to take the driver's seat of their career and life
• Provide them a simple framework to reinvent themselves
• Participants will walk away from the session with a plan on how to get started in their own reinvention journey

Speaker:

Carolina de Arriba
VP, Talent Management & Development
Schneider Electric

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OPENING KEYNOTE: Scripting Your Future Through the Language of Influence

Everyone has a message. It might be a simple message for the moment, or a message that endures and influences for a lifetime. In fact, according to the Harvard Business Review, "The number one criteria for advancement and promotion of professionals is an ability to communicate effectively."

Your road to professional growth and success begins with the stones of effective communication. You may need to communicate the vision for your company. Or lead a difficult conversation. Or present your perspective to a potential client. Or develop a new relationship with a peer. Or maybe your aspiration is as simple as sharing a heartfelt story with a close-knit group. In any case, your success is based on your ability to master the art of communication. But let’s flip the script! It’s not about more chatter, it’s about influencing change, and stirring the pot of progress.

Communicating well is not just about sending a message. It’s about maximizing the influence and impact of your narrative. It’s about understanding that there are always multiple perspectives in any situation.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the 5 keys to connecting through communication
• Master your approach to effective crucial conversations

Speaker:

Steve Lowisz
Founder & CEO
Qualigence International

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Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

Jim Baird will discuss why he favors value, practical strategies to combat increasing financial cybersecurity risks, and timely updates on tax legislation to incorporate into your year-end planning.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Jim Baird, CPA, CFP®, CIMA®
Partner, Chief Investment Officer
Plante Moran Financial Advisors

The DEC hosted Barbara McQuade, Former US Attorney and Current Law Professor at the University of Michigan Law School, on Tuesday, April 23, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Barbara discussed her book "Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America" and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC 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.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

[DAY 1] Breakout Session: Brave Conversations for Inclusion, Diversity and Change

Creating a truly inclusive environment and world requires conversations – one at a time. That said, we know that conversations around I&D can be the most difficult to have. We are afraid to say the wrong thing, we are afraid to make people uncomfortable and mostly we are afraid they won’t care or understand. We can’t let the fear of imperfection keep us from trying to advance these crucial conversations.

Key Takeaways:

• Why it is important to have inclusive and brave conversations
• How to empower and lead others to develop skills that promote inclusion
• Tools and tips for how to have them
• And, we will discuss a few case studies

Speakers:
Michelle Acciavatti
Market Leader - Michigan and Northwest Ohio
Willis Towers Watson

Michael Drawhorn
Client Relationship Director
Willis Towers Watson

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[DAY 2] Opening Keynote – “I’ve Got 99 Problems"

Problems are all around us. The best leaders personally and professionally know how to understand a problem by deconstructing it, restructuring it and then articulating a problem-solving approach.

Key Takeaways:

• How to identify the “real” problem
• How to deconstruct and reconstruct a problem
• Drafting a problem statement
• How to choose a plan of attack

Speaker:
Walter Ward III
Chief of Staff
Lambert & Co.

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Closing Keynote Powered by MotorCity Casino Hotel: “If You Want It, Come and Get It, For Crying Out Loud!” (Taking Ownership for Advancing Your Career in This New Remote Work Environment)

The pandemic has turned our world upside down and disrupted and transformed the way we live and work. Most people are still working remotely today. Some of you haven’t seen your direct manager or team in person for over a year. One thing is for certain, we will not be returning to a traditional work environment any time soon, or maybe never again. Today’s remote work environment has its benefits. However, when you swing the pendulum too far, it can also result in setbacks and unintended consequences. One of those areas being challenged today is the effectiveness of developing new hires and next generational leaders remotely. The biggest concern and questions John hears today from Detroit Economic Club Young Leaders and others is, “How do I advance my career in this new remote work environment.” John plans to address this question head on, from your perspective and your leaders!!!

Key Takeaways:

• Recalibrate your mindset during these opportunistic times
• Demystify what your executives are looking for in future leaders and how they make these decisions
• Learn specific proven strategies for differentiating yourself in a remote work environment that will payback greatly during your reviews
• How to expand your network and proactively build meaningful relationships that will enthusiastically participate in your development and support you when you’re not in the room
• Promote yourself from the passenger seat to the driver’s seat, and hopefully never relinquish your career path steering wheel again
• The simple secret of success, for young ambitious leaders (Must be present to receive)
• Get ready to promote yourself. For those who are not afraid of getting out of their comfort zones and taking ownership for your destiny, there has never been a better time to differentiate your value and advance your career.

If you want it, come and get it, for crying out loud!!!

Speaker:

John Fikany
President & CEO
The Fikany Group

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The DEC hosted Stuart Hoffman, Senior Economic Advisor at PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., on Wednesday, October 6 at MotorCity Casino Hotel. Stuart discussed “Continued Solid U.S. Economic and Job Growth Recovery From the Covid-19 Pandemic” and answered questions from the audience.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

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[Day 2] Closing Keynote Powered by MotorCity Casino Hotel: The Gravitas Impact

Gravitas is the hallmark of authentic leadership; we’ll explore what authentic leadership is all about, why it’s needed now more than ever and what YOU can do to make it happen and lead with Gravitas.

Key Takeaways:

• Why it’s time to break the mold of corporate leadership
• What it takes to be an authentic leader
• Examples of successful authentic leaders (taken from my podcast interviews)

Speaker:
Jan Griffiths
President & Founder
Gravitas Detroit

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Inspire Breakout Session: How To Move Up And Let Go: 3 Steps to Go from Great at Your Job to Excelling as a Leader

It is common for businesses to promote people into leadership who are the most successful in their roles. Unfortunately, being good at producing results doesn’t translate into being a great leader. This session will showcase simple steps to take to ensure a successful transition from being a star player to the head coach.

Key Takeaways:

• Defining what success as a leader looks like in this role
• Discovering and leveraging your strengths
• Letting go and achieving results through others (Learn CPR - Communicate, Prioritize and Responsibility)

Speaker:

Brian Eisbrenner
President
Eisbrenner Strategies Inc.

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The DEC hosted the 2022 Michigan Economic Outlook Meeting on Thursday, January 13. In a conversation moderated by Daniel Howes, Elaine Buckberg, Cheif Economist of General Motors, and Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, shared their insights and more.

Before the discussion, the results of the 10th annual Michigan Economic Outlook Survey were unveiled. You can view the survey results here: www.outlooksurvey.com.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

The DEC hosted Linda Foutty, Executive Board Chair of Deloitte US, and Linda Hubbard, President & COO of Carhartt, Inc., on Tuesday, March 28, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with DEC Board Chair and Huntington Bank’s Sandy Pierce, the panel discussed “What Does It Take for Women to Thrive in Leadership Roles Today?” and answered questions from the audience.

Janet’s co-authored book, Arrive and Thrive, 7 Impactful Practices for Women Navigating Leadership, provided a framework for the discussion.

The DEC hosted Santa J. Ono, President of the University of Michigan, on Wednesday, November 29, at The Masonic. In a fireside chat with WDIV-TV Local 4's Devin Scillian, President Ono discussed achievements, challenges, and opportunities he sees for partnership and growth with the region and community and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted Mark Hoplamazian, President & CEO of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, and Mark Mendola, Vice Chairman - US Managing Partner of PwC, on Thursday, November 17, at The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham. In a fireside chat with DEC's Steve Grigorian, Mark and Mark discussed "Is the Talent War Reshaping Business?" and answered questions from the audience.

This meeting kicked off the Future of Work Series, a partnership with Detroit Public TV.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

The DEC hosted Michigan State University’s Athletic Director Alan Haller, Head Basketball Coach Tom Izzo, and Head Football Coach Mel Tucker on Monday, May 23, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with WJR’s Paul W. Smith, MSU’s athletic leadership and coaches discussed the broad success of Spartan sports and the current state of college athletics. The event concluded with questions from the audience and a raffle for Spartan memorabilia.

This meeting also included the culmination of the DEC Career Readiness Academy (CRA) program. High school students utilized the skills they learned during the 5-month career exploration program by networking with attendees.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

BREAKOUT SESSION: From Idea to Execution

Goal setting is a fundamental process that empowers individuals to achieve their aspirations with purpose and efficiency. It involves outlining objectives and devising a strategic path to realize them. A systematic approach to goal setting enhances focus, motivation, and overall success. This abstract explores the 9 step-by-step methodology for effective goal achievement.

In conclusion, effective goal setting is a structured process that maximizes the likelihood of achieving one's aspirations. By following these steps-clear definitions, sub-goal creation, prioritization, timeline establishment, action planning, adaptability, execution, monitoring, celebration, and reflection- individuals can approach their goals systematically and methodically. This approach enhances productivity, keeps motivation high, and transforms dreams into tangible accomplishments.

Key Takeaways:

• A clear understanding of how to create goals
• How to establish an effective approach to goals
• How to achieve goals

Speaker:

Keyon Clinton
CEO
One Percent Better LLC

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The DEC hosted Sara Armbruster, President & CEO of Steelcase Inc., and Bill Emerson, President & COO of Rocket Companies, on Thursday, November 2, at the Westin Book Cadillac. In a fireside chat with the DEC's Steve Grigorian, Sara and Bill discussed "Navigating the Return to Office" and answered questions from the audience.

This Future of Work Series meeting was presented in partnership with Detroit Public TV.

The DEC hosted John Della Volpe, Director of Polling at the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics & Author, on Thursday, February 24. John discussed his book, "FIGHT: How Gen Z Is Channeling Their Fear and Passion to Save America," with DEC President & CEO Steve Grigorian and answered audience questions.

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Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

Investors, consumers, and businesspeople have been in a sour mood throughout 2022. Nick Juhle will discuss this collapse of confidence and – in the face of mid-term elections, geopolitical concern, and heightened recession risk – share some historical perspective on why ignoring your feelings may be the best course when it comes to managing your money in uncertain times.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Nick Juhle, CFA
Chief Investment Officer, Greenleaf Trust

Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

With record setting moves in inflation, rising rates, a conflict in Eastern Europe…this is clearly a difficult market to navigate. Daken Vanderburg will attempt to separate the noise from the signal, and ground us with what has taken place, why has it occurred, and what lenses can we use to view these difficult times. Please join us for an engaging conversation focused on Ukraine, Inflation, and markets.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Daken J. Vanderburg, CFA
Head of Investments, MassMutual Wealth Management
Chief Investment Officer, MassMutual Trust

BREAKOUT SESSION: Being Unapologetically Authentic

Conforming, code-switching, and cultural norms often prevent us from showing up as our best and most authentic selves at work. Being authentic, however, means that we have to also accept others' authenticity which can be both challenging and beneficial. Using current examples, we'll consider the positives and negatives of being true to ourselves and others.

Key Takeaways:

• Evaluation of experiences that limit and promote our authenticity
• Best practices that lead to more inclusive organizations

Speaker:

Michele Lewis Watts, Ph.D.
She Equity Officer
Woods & Watts Effect

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The DEC hosted 313 Presents President Howard Handler on Tuesday, March 14, at the Fox Theatre. In a fireside chat with Music Journalist Gary Graff, Howard discussed "The Enduring Power of Live Entertainment" and answered questions from the audience.

The event concluded with a behind-the-scenes tour to learn the many secrets of the Fox Theatre.

Join us via Zoom as we focus on everyone’s favorite topic…your investments. We will ask Jacob Taylor for three things to get excited about and three things to give you pause.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Jacob Taylor
SVP & Managing Director
PNC Private Bank S.E. Michigan

The DEC hosted the 2025 Michigan Economic Outlook Meeting on Tuesday, January 21, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Daniel Howes, Rachael Eubanks, Treasurer of the State of Michigan, Quentin L. Messer, Jr., Chief Executive and Economic Competitiveness Officer at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and Gabriel Ehrlich, Director of Research Seminar in Quantitative Economics at the University of Michigan, shared their insights and more.

Before the discussion, the 13th annual Michigan Economic Outlook Survey results were unveiled. You can view the survey results here: www.outlooksurvey.com.

The DEC hosted Robert Riney, President & CEO of Henry Ford Health, Ray Scott, President & CEO of Lear Corporation, and Dr. Tarek Sobh, President & CEO of Lawrence Technological University, on Thursday, May 11, at Ford Field. In a fireside chat with the DEC's Steve Grigorian, the panel discussed "Technology Impacts on Industry and How to Prepare Future Workers Now" and answered questions from the audience.

This meeting also included the culmination of the DEC Career Readiness Academy (CRA) program. High school students utilized the skills they learned during the 6-month career exploration program by networking with attendees. 

This Future of Work Series meeting was presented in partnership with Detroit Public TV.

The DEC hosted Jeff Donofrio, President of Business Leaders for Michigan, and Ron Hall, President & CEO of Bridgewater Interiors, on Monday, May 2, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with Chad Livengood, Senior Editor at Crain's Detroit Business, Jeff and Ron provided a sneak peek of how Michigan can change its trajectory and become a Top 10 state and answered questions from the audience.

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[DAY 1] Opening Keynote: Lead With Joy and Watch Your Team Fly!

Change is hard. But you won't create a joyful workplace by leading the way you've always led. In this talk, Rich explores his own journey to joy, focusing on how he had to learn to lead in a completely different way and, by doing so, witnessed results that exceeded his wildest expectations.

In 1903, the Wright Brothers achieved sustained, powered, and manned flight for the first time. Shortly after, Orville Wright was interviewed about the feat and he declared that man would never be able to build a plane capable of carrying more than two people. It would be physically impossible. Rich read that story in a book on a 747 from Detroit to London while flying at 35,000 feet, at 500mph, with 50,000 gallons of fuel on board, with 400 passengers and their luggage in perfect creature comfort.

You, the leader, will need to make change, serious change.

In this talk, Rich will use this example and by analogy, apply it to human teams we are leading. The message is simple: when we finally understand the relevant principles (in flight, or in teams), we can fly to heights and distances that were previously unimaginable. Rich will take you on a journey of change in this talk and bring you to the place he is now - that we stand at the vanguard of understanding what it takes to unleash the human potential of the people who work for us and around us. He will explain how the common, unchanging, disengagement statistics are a fundamental failure of leadership and what simple things we can do to get our teams off the ground and flying.

You will come away energized and inspired. You will want to start your own journey to joy tomorrow! And he will convince you it is within your power to do so. All of these lessons are available to everyone no matter how big their company or how old their organization.

Key Takeaways:

• Take concrete steps to elevate the human energy in your organization
• Change how you and your team see the role of a leader
• Create a culture that embraces change with excitement
• Move from endless discussion to taking action and "running the experiment"

Speaker:
Rich Sheridan
CEO, Chief Storyteller
Menlo Innovations

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The DEC hosted Lael Brainard, Director, National Economic Council and White House National Economic Advisor, on Monday, September 23, at the Masonic. In a conversation moderated by Glenn Stevens of MichAuto, Miss Brainard discussed "Strengthening the U.S. Auto Industry" and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted the 2022 Detroit Tigers at MotorCity Casino Hotel on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. Dan Dickerson and Jim Price served as the Masters of Ceremonies for the 15th annual meeting.

Matt Shepard and Jack Morris facilitated two lively roundtable discussions. Members heard from EVP & General Manager Al Avila, and Manager A.J. Hinch as they shared their thoughts on the season. A players-only roundtable with Tucker Barnhart, Austin Meadows, Eduardo Rodriguez, and Andrew Chafin followed. The always-fun meeting concluded with audience questions and a raffle for Tiger memorabilia.

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The DEC hosted MSU Athletics: All Access on Friday, June 7, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. In a fireside chat with Jamie Edmonds, Michigan State University's Athletic Director Alan Haller, Head Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo, Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach Adam Nightingale, Head Women's Basketball Coach Robyn Fralick, and Head Women's Volleyball Coach Leah Johnson, discussed their student-athletes remarkable success on and off the field.

Lunch Keynote: Fostering Connection in a Hybrid Workplace

Many of us are learning, living, and leading from home. This can create a sense of disconnection and isolation. Demonstrating empathy for the changes we are all going through and understanding ways to restore energy and human interaction are critical – especially when navigating a hybrid workplace. In Mark’s message, he will provide ways to reignite human connection leaving you filled with a newfound courage to connect.

Key Takeaways:

• Find ways to create more meaningful connections both online & offline
• Improve your digital & emotional wellness
• Encourage empathy within your teams while maintaining accountability
• Be in community & have a little fun!

Speaker:

Mark Ostach
Author & Speaker
MarkOstach.com

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The DEC hosted Alec Ross, New York Times Best-Selling Author and Distinguished Visiting Professor at l’Universitá di Bologna Business School, on Wednesday, February 16. Alec discussed his book, "THE RAGING 2020s: Companies, Countries, People — and the Fight for Our Future," with DEC President & CEO Steve Grigorian and answered audience questions.

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The DEC hosted Dan Gilbert, Founder & Chairman of Rocket Companies, on Friday, September 13, at the Icon.

The DEC hosted U.S. Federal Reserve System Governor Dr. Lisa D. Cook on Wednesday, November 30, at The Masonic. Dr. Cook discussed "The Outlook for Monetary Policy and Observations on the Evolving Economy" and answered questions from the audience.

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The DEC hosted Bruce Van Saun, Chairman & CEO of Citizens Financial Group, Inc., on Monday, December 12, at The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham. In a fireside chat with DEC's Steve Grigorian, Bruce discussed "Tapping the Power of Innovation and Transformation in a Dynamic Environment" and answered questions from the audience.

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2022 has brought increased volatility to global markets. Chris Prisby will help you navigate this uncertainty by sharing his views on inflation, interest rates and valuation as well as proper portfolio construction and tactical positioning.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Christopher M. Prisby, CFA®
Senior VP & Investment Group Manager
Bank of Ann Arbor

Join us via Zoom as we focus on everyone’s favorite topic…your investments. We will ask John Lynch for three things to get excited about and three things to give you pause.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

John Lynch
Chief Investment Officer
Comerica Wealth Management

The DEC hosted David Burritt, President & CEO of U. S. Steel, on Tuesday, September 17, at the Masonic. In a conversation moderated by Hannah Lutz of Automotive News, Mr. Burritt discussed "An America as Strong as Steel" and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted the 2023 Michigan Economic Outlook Meeting on Thursday, January 12. In a conversation moderated by Daniel Howes, Elaine Buckberg, Chief Economist of General Motors, and Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, shared their insights and more.

Before the discussion, the results of the 11th annual Michigan Economic Outlook Survey were unveiled. You can view the survey results here: www.outlooksurvey.com.

Thank you to our Sponsors & Partners for supporting the DEC: http://www.econclub.org/sponsors-partners/

The DEC hosted Detroit Pistons Head Coach Dwane Casey and General Manager Troy Weaver on Thursday, October 27, at Little Caesars Arena. In a fireside chat with Greg Kelser, TV Analyst and Former Detroit Piston, Dwane and Troy shared their thoughts on the upcoming season, the development of the young roster, and their "restoration" process for the team.

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The DEC hosted Gianrico Farrugia, M.D., President & CEO of Mayo Clinic, on Tuesday, June 15, in an exclusive discussion. The conversation focused on "Re-engineering Health Care for a New Age" and included questions from the audience.

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The DEC hosted U.S. Federal Reserve System Governor Dr. Adriana D. Kugler on Tuesday, December 3, at The Masonic. Dr. Kugler discussed "The State of the U.S. Economy" and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted Jeff Donofrio, President & CEO of Business Leaders for Michigan, and Rachel Stewart, President of Gardner-White, on Tuesday, January 31, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with Dustin Walsh, Jeff and Rachel discussed Michigan’s economic growth and reversing unwanted trends, and answered questions from the audience.

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The DEC hosted the 2024 Michigan Economic Outlook Meeting on Tuesday, January 16, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Daniel Howes, Hilary Doe, Chief Growth Officer of the State of Michigan, Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and Gabriel Ehrlich, Director of Research Seminar in Quantitative Economics at the University of Michigan, shared their insights and more.

Before the discussion, the 12th annual Michigan Economic Outlook Survey results were unveiled. You can view the survey results here: www.outlooksurvey.com.

Detroit Lions fever is sky-high, and in a few short weeks, the city of Detroit will be center stage for the NFL Draft.

Lions fans are keenly interested in the Lions draft and that topic is dominating conversations and sports media. So exactly what are the Lions needs for 2024 and who should they draft? A panel of Lions beat writers will debate these items in an interactive multimedia conversation.

To get us started, Lions Team President Rod Wood will talk about the City’s draft readiness and the successful approach the Lions organization has used in the last couple of years that has Lions fans everywhere buzzing.

The DEC hosted Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, on Friday, September 16, at Huntington Place. In a fireside chat with DEC President and CEO Steve Grigorian, Ed discussed “Innovating for Travel's Future” and answered questions from the audience.

Presented in part by the Detroit Economic Club and the North American International Auto Show.

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The DEC hosted Jay Timmons, President & CEO of National Association of Manufacturers, on Tuesday, October 18, at Oakland Community College - Auburn Hills Campus. In a fireside chat with DEC President & CEO Steve Grigorian, Jay discussed “Competing to Win: Manufacturing in America” and answered questions from the audience.

After the program, attendees toured OCC’s Advanced Manufacturing, Robotics and Skilled Trades Facilities.

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The DEC hosted Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., President & CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), on Wednesday, December 7, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with DEC’s Steve Grigorian, Johnny discussed “THE GREAT RESET: The Future of Work?” and answered questions from the audience.

This meeting was presented in partnership with Detroit Public TV as part of the Future of Work Series.

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The DEC hosted Mike Sievert, CEO of T-Mobile, on Thursday, May 2, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Jackie Paige of WWJ Newsradio 950, Mike discussed "Forever Disrupting: T-Mobile’s Evolution From Underdog to Leader in Wireless and Beyond" and answered questions from the audience.

[DAY 2] Breakout Session: Reclaim Your Power | A Personal Energy Fuel-up

Our personal energy is one of our most powerful resources, and our capacity to be happy, productive and successful is driven by how well we can renew and recharge our own personal energy.

Based on her Ignite Your Leadership chapter “Powering Personal Energy – the ‘kW’ of Energized Leadership,” this interactive session designed to help you reclaim your power to fuel success, unplug stress & energize a life you love.

Key Takeaways:

• Why it’s more important to manage your energy vs. time
• 3 Simple “kW” to energize your life
• How to reclaim your power
• How to “ohm” your full potential
• 5 ways to renew & recharge your energy

Speaker:
Nathalie Osborn
Founder & Chief Energizer | Positively Powered Professional Development

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[DAY 1] Closing Keynote: Leading Change - Nine Principles for Development During Sudden Change

We’re all called to lead at some point in our lives whether at the office, home, or in the community. How we perceive ourselves as leaders is the first step in developing ourselves and those we lead into legendary leaders.

Key Takeaways:

• Hear how people can perceive life through four different lenses and ways it can impact the work environment (morale & productivity)
• Learn the nine principles acclaimed by the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and New York Times that will grow your leadership
• How to coach your managers to recognize employees’ perceptions and improve their leadership skills

Speaker:
Kurt A. David
International Speaker on Sudden Change, Emmy Award Winning TV Host/Producer, Co-Founder of PurposePoint

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Inspire Breakout Session: Interdisciplinary and 21st Century Jobs

How do you prepare your career for jobs that do not exist yet? How can you predict if your job will become automated? If it will, can you protect yourself? Are you prepared to utilize all of your potential and expand out of your current position?

In this session, Tarek Sobh will discuss with attendees how to renew their credentials to become in-demand when the world becomes autonomous. Interdisciplinary fields are becoming more and more popular and so are the people that can work interdisciplinarily. It's time to get out of your comfort zone and upskill yourself for ever-changing technological-based careers.

Key Takeaways:

• What industry can do to support higher education to make graduates better prepared to join the workforce
• Wants and needs have changed with the pandemic and everyone needs to be adapting to make work and learning environments better and more accommodating all around

Speaker:

Dr. Tarek Sobh
President
Lawrence Technological University

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The DEC hosted West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin on Monday, February 26, at the Masonic in Detroit. In an exclusive meeting for DEC members and accompanied guests, FOX 2 Detroit’s Roop Raj moderated the fireside chat as Senator Manchin continued his listening tour for Americans Together and answered questions from the audience.

The DEC hosted Patti Poppe, CEO of PG&E Corporation on Monday, March 3, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a moderated conversation with Dow Chair & CEO Jim Fitterling, Patti discussed "A Climate Optimist's Stand for Our Planet" and answered questions from the audience.

[DAY 1] Breakout Session – Vision. Value. Purpose. Passion. It's Bigger Than Me.

Whether you’re leading in the Boardroom or climbing the corporate ladder—make the role bigger than YOU and your reach will surpass your title.

Key Takeaways:

• Teaching others how to lead without a title
• Helping participants discover their ability to influence others through their passion, skill, and gift

Speaker:
Vance Jackson
Social Impact Development Officer Mayor's Office
Mayor's Office City of Detroit Office of Development & Grants Management

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The DEC hosted Daron Acemoglu, Institute Professor of Economics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, on Wednesday, September 29, in an exclusive discussion. The conversation focused on “AI: The Future of Work and Economic Prosperity in the Age of Automation” and included questions from the audience.

AI and Shared Prosperity Initiative: https://partnershiponai.org/shared-prosperity

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Join DEC Members as we talk about an important topic to all – Your Money.

Our guest speaker, Sam Huszczo, will share what he is watching in the megatrend of Inflation vs Reflation, which sectors, market cap size and factors within the stock market favor this environment and the tax proposals that have the highest probability of passing before year-end.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Sam G. Huszczo, CFP, CFA
Founder
SGH Wealth Management

There’s a lot of confusion in the markets over the future of COVID, inflation, earnings, and the Federal Reserve. Let’s look through the fog to see what we expect from markets this year. Over a longer horizon, new technologies and changing global trade in the coming decade will combine to make new global investment opportunities. Paul will discuss how to position today to think about short-term and mega-trends.

FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

Paul Christopher, CFA
Head of Global Market Strategy
Wells Fargo Investment Institute

The DEC hosted Austan D. Goolsbee, President & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, on Tuesday, November 14, at The Masonic. In a fireside chat with Detroit Regional Chamber's Sandy K. Baruah, Austan discussed the economy, employment, and inflation and answered questions from the audience.