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That’s a wrap! Last week, over 1,500 movers and shakers from across Michigan convened at the Detroit Regional Chamber’s 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference to build meaningful relationships and partnerships and hear noteworthy conversations with business and government leaders on driving Michigan’s continued success.

This year’s theme focused on “Michigan’s Equation for Impact,” where vision and tools meet action to make an impact.

Dive deeper: Relive key moments from last week by reading and watching highlights from the Conference sessions and events.

Related | Chamber Names Bob Riney the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference Chair

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Last week, the Chamber released findings from its latest statewide poll of 600 registered Michigan voters in partnership with The Glengariff Group, Inc.

The poll posed key questions on topics such as the economy, inflation, tariffs, and democracy.

Related: Michigan Voters Weigh in on 2026 Gubernatorial, US Senate Races in New Poll

The public comment period for the permits needed for the construction of the Great Lakes Tunnel for Enbridge’s Line 5 has opened, and the Chamber is calling upon members to submit public comments supporting the permit approval before June 30, 2025.

Why it matters: “Line 5 is an important piece of energy infrastructure for the continent, providing Michiganders with critical light crude and propane extracted from Canada,” said Brian J. Shoaf, Vice President of Public Policy and Business Advocacy at the Chamber.

Hot off the press: Have you read the latest issue of the Detroiter, which features three unique covers?

The May 2025 Detroiter explores the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference theme of “Equation for Impact” and features statewide and national leaders focusing on attracting, retaining, and developing talent and driving innovation while improving Michigan’s competitiveness in a rapidly changing world.

MiLEAP Awards $8.1M Through Reconnect Community Action Grants

Seven community colleges across the state will receive funding through the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential’s (MiLEAP) Reconnect Community Action Grants.

Learn more about how Henry Ford College, in partnership with the Chamber, plans to expand Detroit Reconnect through this grant.

Showcasing MichAuto’s Leadership on Tariffs

MichAuto is the leading voice for Michigan’s automotive and mobility industry. Since January, the team has aggressively advocated against tariffs.

View highlights from MichAuto’s and the Chamber’s efforts to raise awareness on how tariffs will impact Michigan’s signature industry.