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[Recap & Photos] Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update

On Tuesday, September 19 the Downtown Detroit Partnership hosted its 2023 Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update, formerly known as the Fall Stakeholder Meeting, at the Gem Theater. The event . . .

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Press Releases

Downtown Detroit Partnership to host its annual Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update at the Gem Theatre, Sept. 19

The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) will host its annual Fall Forum: A Real Estate Update at the Gem Theatre on Tues., Sept. 19 from 3:00-5:30 p.m. The Fall Forum, formerly known as the Fall Stakeholder . . .

Downtown Stories

August Around Downtown: DDP News and Events

August 31, 2023 Getting Down to BIZness Spring 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ). The BIZ, led by a volunteer board of directors representative of the . . .

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

By: Kitty Whitfield | Narrated and produced by Rory McMaster Looking for a new or unique place to visit, dine and shop in Downtown Detroit? Then check out the latest . . .

Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery: Party in the Park

Celebrating 20 Years of Campus Martius Park DDP team Party in the Park Tent Ola Vernon John Myers Shelly Watkins John Myers Party in the Park Ola Vernon and Iris . . .

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CEO Blog

We Make It Happen, and It Counts

By Eric B. Larson An aspect I find extremely enriching in my role is the privilege it affords me to engage with other city leaders across the country facilitating an . . .

Downtown Stories

Networking at Party in the Park [Photo+Video]

Party in the Park welcome message from Downtown Detroit Partnership's board chair, Cindy Pasky; CEO, Eric B. Larson; and chief public spaces officer, David Cowan

Datascape Trends

The Downtown Impact of Taylor Swift and Other Big-Name Entertainers

By Joshua Long, Data Program Director The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone, in collaboration with Downtown Detroit Partnership, works hard daily to ensure our community is vibrant, clean, safe, and welcoming. . . .

The People Behind the BIZ Ambassador Team

Darrell Pasco, BIZ Safety Ambassador

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 . . .

Small Business Spotlights

Spectacles in Downtown Detroit, the Place to Be!

Zana Smith opened Spectacles in Downtown Detroit and believes this is just the beginning. She loves being Downtown because the community has so much to offer and it is the . . .

Downtown Stories

July Around Downtown: DDP News and Events

July 27, 2023 If you know the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP), you know we make great, free events happen around Downtown. From Movie Nights in the D to Cider in the City and from . . .

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots

Downtown Detroit Hot Spots — David Cowan

David Cowan, DDP’s chief public spaces officer When spending time with family, friends and  colleagues, it’s no surprise that I am naturally attracted to the beautiful and vibrant neighborhoods near . . .

Datascape

DDP Datascape also includes a library of analytical reports with key insights and findings, produced by the DDP or in conjunction with our strategic partners. These reports are free and accessible for you to view and/or download for your ongoing analysis and exploration.

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