Downtown Detroit Partnership

The third I-75 Cap Visioning Session is fast approaching and will take place this Tuesday, October 29 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the MSU Detroit Center, located at 3408 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI 48201. The Downtown Detroit Partnership leads these critical engagement sessions in collaboration with the City of Detroit and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). During this session, the project team will showcase the preferred alternative based on community feedback from the first two visioning sessions, and attendees will be able to provide additional input. Learn more about this project when you listen to the recent WWJ-AM interview, featuring DDP’s CEO Eric Larson —> https://lnkd.in/eXG-_fFU Learn more about the I-75 Cap Project when you visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gYFRyBFi #DowntownDet | #Detroit | #DDPUrbanInnovation | #UrbanInnovation | #DowntownDetroit

Last Sunday, Team DDP showed up strong with two teams completing the relay race! It was such an amazing experience being part of the Detroit Free Press/Talmer Bank Marathon, putting our teamwork to the test, and cheering on the rest of Detroit along the way! It all concluded with the Conquered Afterparty at #CampusMartiusPark, where the racing community gathered for live music, delicious food, refreshing drinks and exciting giveaways. #DowntownDET | #DowntownDetroit | #FreePressMarathon | #Detroit | #Run | #Teamwork | #Community

Earlier this week, the BIZ Board of Directors convened for its Annual Meeting of Owners of Assessable Property. The group reflected on the impact of the BIZ over the last year. A special congratulations to the newest BIZ Board Members, Hassan Beydoun, representing the City of Detroit and Khalil Rahal from DTE Energy. Additionally, the BIZ team presented a special 10-Year Impact Report. Click below to read the report and learn about the remarkable growth and positive impact the BIZ has had on the Downtown community over the past decade: https://lnkd.in/g_dmsBNm #DowntownDetroitBIZ | #DowntownDetroit | #DowntownDet | #Detroit

The third I-75 Cap Visioning Session takes place next Tuesday, October 29 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the #MSUDetroitCenter. We will continue efforts to review and develop plans to cap a section of I-75 between Downtown and Midtown. During this session, the project team will showcase the preferred alternative based on community feedback from the first two visioning sessions. Join us, and learn more: https://lnkd.in/gYFRyBFi #DowntownDetroit | #DowntownDet | #Detroit | #Midwest | #Michigan | #DDPUrbanInnovation | #UrbanInnovation

We are proud to welcome Escarleth Ortega to the Downtown Detroit Partnership! In her new role, she will manage the data collection, visualization, analysis and storytelling to communicate progress in Downtown Detroit. With a background in urban planning, housing affordability, and international development, Escarleth brings valuable insights to support our work of maintaining a world-class Downtown. Please join us in giving Escarleth a warm welcome to the DDP team! #DowntownDET | #DowntownDetroitPartnership | #NewHire | #WelcomeToTheTeam

Today, we celebrate Anjana T. Schroeder, MA’s seventh year working at the Downtown Detroit Partnership. During her tenure at DDP, Anjana has worked closely with nearly all aspects of the organization, including its wonderful and inclusive parks, its well-produced and anticipated signature events, and most recently, the critical role of marketing for DDP and the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone. Please join us in congratulating Anjana on this career milestone! #DowntownDetroit #WeMakeItHappenTogether #WorkAnniversary #DowntownDetroitBIZ

Team DDP is growing! We want to welcome Chelsea Salame, our new Senior Manager of Community Small Business Development. Chelsea will help support local businesses throughout the Downtown, as she brings a strong background in social work and community organizing. Please help us extend a warm welcome and congratulate her on joining the DDP team. #DowntownDET #DowntownDetroitPartnership #NewHire #SmallBussiness #BIZ

We want to send a big congratulations to our Chief Administrative Officer, Lila Asante-Appiah, MA, CPC, for being honored by Corp! Magazine’s Salute to Diversity! For over 17 years, this prestigious event has recognized businesses, organizations, and leaders who are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lila’s dedication to driving positive change and advancing diversity within her sphere of influence is truly inspiring. This well-deserved recognition highlights her exceptional contributions to advancing DEI in the business world! Congrats again, and a special nod for winning this award the second time around. Thank you for all you do for the DDP. #DowntownDET | #DowntownDetroitPartnership | #DDPTeamMember | #SaluteToDiversity | #Award

We want to send a warm welcome to our new Integrated Marketing Coordinator, Emma Oresky straight from Grand Valley State University! Emma has joined our team to support the DDP and BIZ marketing efforts! Please join us in welcoming Emma to the DDP team! #DowntownDET | #NewHire | #Marketing | #DowntownDetroit | #WeMakeItHappenTogether | #WelcomeToTheTeam

#ICYMI - Recently, Ford Philanthropy celebrated a significant milestone that we couldn't let go unnoticed. Congratulations to DDP Executive Committee Member and Ford Philanthropy President, Mary Culler, and DDP Board Member and Ford Motor Company Executive Chair, Bill Ford on 75 years of your longstanding commitment to positively impacting the community.