News & Insights
The Downtown Detroit Partnership strives to create partnerships and connections with key influencers in the City of Detroit. Read the latest articles, trends, and highlights from Downtown Detroit in the News & Insights section.
Datascape Trends
Opening Day’s Impressive Impact
March 24, 2025
By Joshua Long I’m not alone when I say the Detroit Tigers Opening Day is one of my absolute favorite days of the year. I love baseball, the Tigers, and . . .
The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team
Meet John Foley, 2024 BIZ Ambassador of the Year
March 24, 2025
2024 BIZ Ambassador of the YearJohn Foley John Foley has been on the Downtown Detroit BIZ Ambassador Team for several years and his passion for this community is almost as . . .
Downtown Safety
Project Lighthouse® Member Spotlight: Ilitch/Olympia
March 24, 2025
Project Lighthouse® Member Spotlight The success of Project Lighthouse® cannot be achieved without its members. Hear from Melissa Lesperance from Ilitch Companies/Olympia Development about the importance of collaboration and communication in . . .
Downtown Stories
Enhancing Downtown Detroit: A $800,000 Boost from Knight Foundation
March 17, 2025
Downtown Detroit is about to get even better! Thanks to an $800,000 grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is set to . . .
Press Releases
Downtown Detroit Partnership Secures Knight Foundation Grant to Enrich Downtown Detroit
March 17, 2025
Funding to benefit accessibility, inclusivity, and design of Downtown Parks and Public Spaces DETROIT –The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation have granted $800,000 to the Downtown Detroit Partnership . . .
Small Business
DDP Focused on Supporting Downtown Small Businesses
March 12, 2025
By Cari Easterday You’ve probably heard it a million times. Small businesses are the backbone of the economy. But it’s not idle chatter; we have the data to support it. . . .
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
March 11, 2025
By Emma Oresky Integrated Marketing Coordinator Growing up in Metro Detroit, I loved every trip I got to take Downtown—whether it was for dinners, sporting events, or simply exploring. Being . . .
Downtown Stories
List: Women-Owned Businesses in Downtown Detroit
March 11, 2025
Women-Owned Business in Downtown Detroit The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) recognizes the incredible contributions of women-owned businesses to Downtown Detroit. This Women’s History Month—and every month—the DDP invites you to . . .
Downtown BIZ
Downtown Detroit BIZ Safety Ambassador Outreach Team
March 11, 2025
If you’ve spent time in Downtown Detroit, you’ve likely seen the Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) Ambassadors in their signature yellow jackets. This dedicated group of professionals work tirelessly to create . . .
Press Releases
Free Opening Day Tailgate Party to be Held in Detroit’s Grand Circus Park
March 11, 2025
Presented by Miller Lite and produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership, fans are invited to celebrate the Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago White Sox matchup at Comerica Park DETROIT – It’s time . . .
Downtown Stories
Recap — DDP’s Spring Forum: A Partnership Update
March 11, 2025
Downtown Detroit Partnership Leads RenCen Panel Discussion, Unveils Updated Strategic Framework and Announces Small Business Program at Spring Forum: A Partnership Update The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) introduced significant updates . . .
Press Releases
Campus Martius Park Aims to Maintain Title as ‘No. 1 Public Square in The Country’ by Usa Today
March 10, 2025
Metro Detroiters are encouraged to vote and keep the city’s beloved gathering place on top DETROIT – The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) today announced that Campus Martius Park is once . . .