During last week’s primary election, voters approved the 10-year transit millage proposal backed by Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans and the Chamber.

By eliminating opt-out communities in the county, the millage is a major step toward creating a fully connected Detroit Region through public transit, one of the Chamber’s top public policy priorities over the past 20 years.

Rocket Community Fund has announced a $4.5 million investment to help connect more Detroit residents to affordable, high-speed internet and support students pursuing postsecondary education.

The commitment, created to ensure the legacy of the Rocket Classic, includes improvements to internet access in Detroit public housing communities and a new scholarship fund benefiting participants of College, Career & Beyond and First Tee of Greater Detroit.

Last week, Chamber staff volunteered at the Living and Learning Enrichment Center (LLEC), which provides social, work-based, and community engagement opportunities for people with disabilities. 

Organizations like LLEC play an important role in advancing inclusion by helping individuals build skills, foster connections, and engage more fully in their communities. Learn more about its mission.

Plus, don’t miss the chance to support its program. Stop by its farmstead Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to shop for eggs, honey, and handmade products created by program participants. Learn more.

A recent Deloitte report highlights six behaviors that distinguish inclusive leaders from effective managers: commitment, courage, cognizance of bias, curiosity, cultural intelligence, and collaboration.

As organizations navigate increasingly diverse workplaces, these traits help create environments where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their perspectives.

Black-owned businesses play an important role in the Region’s economy.

In recognition of Black Business Month, the Chamber is highlighting some organizations and resources that support Black businesses across the Region.

Explore some below:

• Black Leaders Detroit:  Builds pathways to capital, ownership, and funding for Black entrepreneurs.

• BuyBlack Marketplace: A national directory connecting consumers with Black-owned businesses.

• Detroit Means Business: Business support, training, and funding resources for Detroit entrepreneurs.

• Invest Detroit: Financing and business support programs that help companies grow in Detroit.

• Michigan Black Business Alliance: Programs, resources, and advocacy supporting Black-owned businesses across Michigan.