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CEO Blog

Maintaining the Momentum

About a decade ago, I recall an article that said choosing a mayor may be more important than choosing a president. The author’s case was a good one. Cities drive . . .

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The Benefits of Binational Neighbors

The Downtown Detroit Partnership’s (DDP) mission is to cultivate economic and social impact in Downtown Detroit. That impact extends beyond Detroit’s borders, and most Metro Detroiters and even most Michiganians . . .

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Knight Foundation Wants to Lay the Groundwork for Lasting Change

Knight Foundation Wants to Lay the Groundwork for Lasting Change Hint: Building Community and Sharing Knowledge are Key By Eric B. Larson Whoever said, “May you live in interesting times,” . . .

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The DDP is the Constant Our City Needs

By Eric B. Larson Chief Executive Officer, Downtown Detroit Partnership The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) has always been at the forefront of progress in the city, but 2024 was a . . .

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CEO Blog: 2024 Year in Review

The blog and highlight video below provide just a snapshot of a groundbreaking, record-crashing year for which the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is extremely proud. Thanks to the dedication of . . .

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I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project Peer Review

Friends, this isn’t the first time I’ve written about the I-375 Reconnecting Communities project (and it probably won’t be the last). What’s newsworthy today is that the Downtown Detroit Partnership . . .

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