REGIONAL NEWS
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...
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...
Business Development Team Travels Globally and Domestically in September
This September, the DRP Business Development team traveled to Japan, Taiwan, Germany, and Las Vegas to meet with companies interested in the Detroit Region. Read about highlights and details from the team's travels below. Japan & SEMICON Alan Weber,...
Your Guide to Attracting and Retaining the Detroit Region’s Top Talent
The competition to find top talent in the Detroit Region can be fierce, but finding the right fit for your company doesn’t have to be difficult. The Detroit Regional Partnership (DRP), in collaboration with HR Collaborative, created a comprehensive benefits guide to...
Seven Facts Show Why the Detroit Region is a Mobility Leader
The Detroit Region has long stood at the forefront of the automotive and mobility industry. The level of innovation needed to put – and keep – the world on wheels takes talent and know-how. It also requires a broad network of manufacturers and suppliers that support a...
Detroit Regional Partnership Accredited by the International Economic Development Council
DETROIT, Mich. (September 15, 2025) – The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) announces that the Detroit Regional Partnership has been recognized as one of 92 economic development organizations accredited by IEDC as an Accredited Economic Development...
Gov. Whitmer Announces 450 New Jobs in Michigan, Visits Rheinmetall AG in Germany to Bring Jobs Back Home
Originally posted by the MEDC MUNICH, Germany – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined American Rheinmetall in announcing their latest $31.7 million investment in Michigan, creating 450 new jobs. The governor was with leaders of American Rheinmetall and Rheinmetall...
Gov. Whitmer Welcomes New Regional Headquarters for Astemo Americas
Originally published by the MEDC SAWA, JAPAN – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer celebrated a $95 million investment from automotive supplier Astemo Ltd. to create a regional headquarters in Wixom, supporting at least 200 new jobs. “Today’s investment is further proof...
Gov. Whitmer Welcomes New Regional Headquarters for Astemo Americas
Originally published by Michigan.gov Gov. Whitmer Welcomes New Regional Headquarters for Astemo Americas The project will create 200 jobs, retain 175, and invest $95 million SAWA, JAPAN – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer celebrated a $95 million investment from...
Detroit Regional Partnership Verified Industrial Properties Program Honored with RACER’s 2025 Edge Award for Advancing Redevelopment of Former GM Properties
Shannon Selby, Vice President of Real Estate was honored to accept The RACER Trust’s 2025 RACER’s Edge Award on behalf of The Detroit Regional Partnership for the Verified Industrial Properties Program (VIP BY DRP) recently at the National Brownfields Conference 2025...
Detroit Regional Partnership’s Shannon Selby Honored with Linda Garczynski Brownfields Person of the Year Award for Brownfield Leadership
The Detroit Regional Partnership (DRP) is proud to announce that Shannon Selby, Vice President of Real Estate, was recognized with the Linda Garczynski Brownfields Person of the Year Award at the Phoenix Awards during the 2025 National Brownfields Training Conference...
Expert Insights Project Helps Companies with Setting Pay Scale
The right pay scale can be the difference between attracting or losing top talent. In today’s competitive labor market, setting the right pay scale isn’t just a budgeting exercise — it can create a strategic advantage. Companies entering the Detroit region must...
Thank You for Attending DRP’s Expert Insights Happy Hour!
The Detroit Regional Partnership hosted its Expert Insights Happy Hour on July 15 at the Madison Building in downtown Detroit. We had a wonderful time connecting with our investors and friends and listening to an informative panel on best practices for retaining and...
Gov. Whitmer Announces Funding for 110 New Jobs in Oakland County
Originally published by the MEDC LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced MoldTecs and Matikon America will invest nearly $16 million to jointly expand operations in Auburn Hills, creating 110 new jobs. “This key investment in Oakland County is...
Mobility Development Partners: Innovation & Investment
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and industry, mobility manufacturing stands as a beacon of innovation and investment. As cities and countries strive to meet growing demands for efficient transportation, manufacturers are tasked with developing sustainable...