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.
Downtown Stories
2023 End of Year Note
December 14, 2023
It’s hard to believe that this is our last newsletter of the year, but what a year 2023 has been. This month seemed an excellent opportunity to celebrate how vital . . .
CEO Blog
DDP’s Year in Review
December 14, 2023
Welcome to Downtown Detroit, one of the country’s most talked about and evolving Downtowns in the country. Downtown Detroit is seeing record numbers in developments, visitors, events, and media attention, and the Downtown Detroit Partnership . . .
Downtown Stories
DDP’s 2023 Year in Review [Video]
December 13, 2023
2023 was a year filled with excitement and growth! Some key highlights include: Campus Martius Park was named #1 Public Square in the nation, the Detroit Grand Prix returned to . . .
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
Downtown Detroit Hot Spots
December 12, 2023
I love working in Downtown Detroit! There are constantly new businesses opening, ensuring a variety of unique experiences downtown. Great spots to grab food or meet up with friends and . . .
Press Releases
DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARTNERSHIP UNVEILED NEW DIGITAL INFORMATION KIOSKS ACROSS DETROIT
December 8, 2023
Digital Information Kiosks Aim to Create a More Connected City for All Detroiters DETROIT (December 11, 2023) — The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP), in collaboration with the City of Detroit . . .
Downtown Stories
The 20th Annual Detroit Tree Lighting presented by DTE Foundation hosted Merry & Bright 20 Years of Holiday Lights
November 30, 2023
This year's 20th Annual Detroit Tree Lighting presented by DTE Energy Foundation was filled with excitement and several winter attractions. Enjoy this video, recapping this year's milestone event.
CEO Blog
Using Inclusive Design to Improve Our Public Spaces
November 30, 2023
The Downtown Detroit Partnership’s underlying mission is to create a Downtown that is clean, safe, and welcoming to all. If that sounds simple, it’s not. We accomplish this through myriad activities that include strategic investments . . .
Downtown Stories
Celebrating the 39th Annual Detroit Aglow
November 30, 2023
The Downtown Detroit Partnership’s (DDP) premiere fundraising and networking event, Detroit Aglow, once again kicked off the holiday season on November 20. For the first time, the event was held at Eastern Market. In its . . .
Datascape Trends
3-D Exploration of Downtown Detroit Development
November 28, 2023
By Joshua Long, Data Program Director Maps can be extremely helpful tools, but sometimes dots, lines, and polygons on a flat sheet of paper or screen do not convey all the . . .
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 . . .
Small Business Spotlights
BIZ Small Business Spotlight – House of Pure Vin
November 16, 2023
BIZ Small Business Spotlight – House of Pure Vin Owner, Regina Gaines November 2023 BIZ Small Business Spotlight features Regina Gaines, owner of House of Pure Vin, which has been . . .
Downtown Safety
BIZ Safety Video – Be Prepared, LCA & Stadium Safety
November 15, 2023
Downtown BIZ Safety [Video] – Be Prepared, LCA & Stadium Safety The Downtown Detroit BIZ and DDP work diligently to ensure the safety of the Downtown community. Part of that . . .