Downtown BIZ

Press Releases

Downtown Detroit Partnership and Downtown Detroit BIZ Publish Ninth Annual Community and Development Update

Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone Announces 2026 Executive Committee and Officers BIZ, Board elevates leaders from General Motors, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Greektown Neighborhood Partnership.

Downtown Stories

Downtown BIZ Ambassadors at Work: What Makes a Great Ambassador

Each Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassador cares deeply about Detroit and takes pride in the work that they do to keep our community vibrant and thriving.  In the final installment of . . .

Downtown Stories

Downtown BIZ Ambassadors at Work: Keeping Downtown Safe

A welcoming Downtown begins with a safe Downtown. In the third installment of our Downtown BIZ Ambassadors at Work video series, we spotlight the dedicated Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) Ambassadors . . .

Downtown Stories

Downtown BIZ Ambassadors at Work: Keeping Downtown Clean

A vibrant Downtown starts with a clean one. In the second installment of the Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassadors at Work video series, we’re highlighting the everyday services funded by Downtown . . .

Thought Leadership

The Quiet Power of Clean Cities

By Gina Cavaliere, Chief Community Impact Officer and Executive Director of the Downtown Detroit BIZ and Rivertown BIZ You never get a second chance to make a first impression. As . . .

Downtown Stories

A milestone worth celebrating for Downtown Detroit

On Tuesday, June 9, the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) board of directors and DDP staff held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Downtown BIZ . . .

Downtown Stories

New Video Series: Downtown BIZ Ambassadors at Work – Welcoming

The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) is proud to launch its new “Downtown BIZ Ambassadors at Work” video series dedicated to the people who keep Downtown Detroit clean, safe, and welcoming. The inaugural . . .

Press Releases

Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone Announces 2026 Executive Committee and Officers

Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone Announces 2026 Executive Committee and Officers BIZ, Board elevates leaders from General Motors, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Greektown Neighborhood Partnership.

The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team

Derek Brown – 2025 BIZ Ambassador of the Year

Meet Derek Brown, our 2025 BIZ Ambassador of the Year. Each year, the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) recognizes one Ambassador whose work exemplifies the heart and mission of . . .

The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team

Jimmie Howard – BIZ Ambassador Highlight

Jimmie Howard has been on the Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassador team for 10 years. As a Team Leader, he is always ready with a game plan and also recognizes he . . .

Downtown Safety

Project Lighthouse® Member Spotlight: Hollywood Casino at Greektown

Continuing with our Project Lighthouse® Member Spotlight, Hollywood Casino at Greektown is our featured partner. Project Lighthouse® is a nationally recognized safety program that is co-led by the Downtown Detroit . . .

Downtown BIZ

Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) Welcomes Three New Board Members 

BIZ Board Adds Leaders from City of Detroit, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and DTE  DETROIT (May 8, 2025) – The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) is pleased to . . .

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