Downtown BIZ
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
Ms. Carol Givens, BIZ Ambassador Dispatcher
November 16, 2023
Ms. Carol is a lifelong Detroiter and her passion for her city and community is as evident as her smile. She works diligently to ensure the entire BIZ Ambassador team . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
Darrell Pasco, BIZ Safety Ambassador
July 31, 2023
Darrell has been an Ambassador for several years, most recently a Safety Ambassador. He feels a sense on duty and responsibility to keep his community clean, safe, and welcoming to . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
Tina Bowden, BIZ Ambassador Supervisor
May 19, 2023
Tina Bowden joined the BIZ Ambassador Team as a dispatcher back in 2015. It was a chance to do something unique while giving back to her community. Hear from Tina . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
Meet Cabbon Winston, Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassador
December 20, 2022
Cabbon Winston was born and raised in Detroit and counts it a privilege to keep his city welcoming to everyone. Mr. Winston’s role at the Downtown Detroit BIZ has evolved . . .
CEO Blog
Why the BIZ is Central to Downtown Detroit
October 18, 2022
By: Eric B. Larson The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) is a public organization that creates a clean, safe and vibrant Downtown through services provided to property owners, businesses, residents and . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
The Team Behind Keeping Our Downtown Clean
September 29, 2022
By Anjana Schroeder, Director of Marketing Jerome Robertson and Delvon Carter share a special bond. Their teammates have a nick name for them — “Dream Team” — and the work . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
Anything is Possible: Calvin Hasberry – BIZ Ambassador of the Year (2021)
May 30, 2022
By Anjana Schroeder, Director of Marketing and Communications, BIZ As a lifelong Detroiter, Calvin Hasberry is dedicated to his city. He was inspired by a fellow Ambassador to make a . . .
2022 Downtown Detroit Perceptions Survey (Closed)
April 8, 2022
Please Note: this Perceptions Survey from 2022 is closed. Please click here for details on the 2024 Perceptions Survey. The 2022 Downtown Detroit Perceptions Survey is ready and needs your input! . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
I’m Making a Difference: Patricia McCullough
February 14, 2022
By Anjana Schroeder, Senior Manager, Marketing Communications Patricia McCullough is retired but wanted to use all of her energy to do good and give back to her community. So, she . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
What We Do Helps The Community: Larry Patman
November 16, 2021
By Anjana Schroeder, Senior Manager, Marketing Communications Larry has been working for the BIZ for a decade. He has had five different jobs in those ten years and is now the . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
I just kept praying and didn’t stop. – Calvin Hasberry
July 22, 2021
By Anjana Schroeder, Senior Manager, Marketing Communications Why did you become an Ambassador? I became an Ambassador two years ago because I like serving people. I like doing things for people. I . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
It’s Rooted In Me To Be Kind And Helpful – Richard Miller
April 23, 2021
By Anjana Schroeder, Senior Manager, Marketing Communications Why did you become an Ambassador? I’ve been in the cleaning business for a long and I’m used to it and don’t mind cleaning. I’m not a . . .