REGIONAL NEWS
VIP Launching Industrial Development Toolkit – Empowering Communities with Resources for Industrial Growth
The strength of a region’s future lies not just in innovation, but in each community’s ability to play an active role in that innovation. That’s why we’re proud to announce the creation of our VIP Industrial Development Toolkit, a community-driven resource for...
Five Reasons Why the Detroit Region’s Business Community is Thriving
The Detroit Region’s business climate offers the workforce, real estate, and affordability to help businesses grow easily. Here are five reasons that demonstrate why the Corporate and Professional Services (CPS) industry is thriving in the Detroit Region. Dynamic...
Detroit Regional Defense Coalition (DRDC) formed to strengthen Southeast Michigan’s defense and aerospace sectors
DETROIT, Mich. (August 28, 2025) – The Detroit Regional Partnership (DRP), in collaboration with the county executives of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties and Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), has launched the Detroit Regional Defense Coalition (DRDC) to...
New Defense Projects Land in the Detroit Region
The Detroit Regional Partnership is closing out the year strong with three major defense project wins—AJG Aerospace, American Rheinmetall, and Veptos—reinforcing the Detroit Region’s growing role in defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing. ...
Agoria Delegation Visits Detroit Region
The Business Development team hosted our annual automotive delegation from Germany, Belgium, and Austria this month. This year’s visit brought together 14 innovative companies to share technologies and explore collaboration opportunities with Detroit’s OEMs and Tier 1...
Destination: Detroit
Decision-makers descend on Detroit to shape the future of mobility, manufacturing and more The Detroit region has become a hub for intelligent conversations and strategic planning discussions for business leaders, decision-makers, government officials and more who...
Detroit Regional Partnership Hosts Battery Show Reception with Gresham Smith
Last week, the Detroit Regional Partnership and Gresham Smith hosted the Battery Show Reception at the Beacon in downtown Detroit. The event included a wonderful evening of networking, an informative panel on Michigan’s rapidly growing battery sector, and special...
Why Collaboration Is the Key to Detroit’s Economic Development Success
Detroit, once heralded as the heart of America's automotive industry, has witnessed a resurgence in recent years, as collaborative efforts such as business expansion consulting have transformed its economic landscape. Stakeholders across sectors are uniting to address...
Unexpected Hubs Driving Automotive Economic Development
As the world pivots toward greener and more autonomous technologies, electric and autonomous vehicle (EV/AV) hubs are appearing in some surprising locales. While major tech regions like Silicon Valley are often assumed to be the frontrunners in this space, innovation...
The New Blueprint: Business Expansion Strategies
In a rapidly changing economic landscape, a new blueprint for regional growth is emerging, one that doesn't merely rely on manufacturing and industrial might. Cities that once thrived on factories and assembly lines are now crafting a new narrative focused on...
Bringing Ideas to Life: From Concept to Industrial Completion
In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial development, transforming a mere idea into a fully realized, operational entity is a journey that demands vision, persistence, and strategic planning. From the inception of a concept to the eventual realization of an...
Building Detroit’s Future: Inside the Major Economic Development Initiatives
Detroit, once known as the bustling heart of America’s automotive industry, has been on a relentless quest to rejuvenate itself. The city’s leaders and investors have dedicated significant resources to various economic development initiatives, designed to stimulate...
Five Reasons Why the Detroit Region is Leading Advanced Manufacturing
The Detroit Region is a global leader in advanced manufacturing—whether it’s automotive or aerospace, we have the talent, institutional knowledge, and industry network to produce the technology of the future. Here are five reasons that demonstrate why advanced...
Smart Site Selection: The First Step Toward Long-Term Growth
Choosing the right location for your business is more than just finding a place to hang a sign—it's a strategic decision that sets the foundation for long-term success and growth. Site selection solutions involve analyzing multiple factors, from demographics and...
Driving Detroit’s Logistics Economic Development
Detroit, once known as the bustling heart of America’s automotive industry, has been on a relentless quest to rejuvenate itself. The city’s leaders and investors have dedicated significant resources to various economic development initiatives, designed to stimulate...