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.
Small Business
Did You Know Small Businesses are the Heartbeat of Detroit?
May 3, 2026
National Small Business Week is May 3-9, 2026. Downtown Detroit is home to more than 300 small businesses that are the heartbeat of our Downtown community. Below, hear from Isaac . . .
Downtown Safety
Project Lighthouse® Partner Spotlight: Chief Todd Bettison, Detroit Police Department
April 30, 2026
Our next Project Lighthouse® Partner Spotlight features Detroit Police Chief (and DDP Board Member) Todd Bettison. The DDP and BIZ partners regularly and closely with the Detroit Police Department (DPD) to . . .
Thought Leadership
Downtown Public Safety is a Team Effort
April 30, 2026
By Mike A. Bruggeman, CPP Chief Safety & Security Officer, DDP When I was first asked to write this blog on safety measures as we head into the busy summer . . .
Press Releases
Downtown Detroit Partnership Welcomes New Board Members
April 29, 2026
The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) announced the appointment of three new members to its board of directors.
Thought Leadership
Everyone Wins on Opening Day
April 16, 2026
By Joshua Long, Director, Data Program An Official Detroit Holiday. The Unofficial Start of Spring. Detroit Call-in-Sick Day. Whatever you call it, Detroit Tigers Opening Day has evolved into one . . .
Press Releases
Downtown Detroit Partnership Releases Residential Study
April 16, 2026
Rivertown Business Improvement Zone Launched and Board of Directors Seated April 1. First meeting marks transition from approval to implementation of services in Rivertown
CEO Blog
Mayor Sheffield Makes Her Case; We Want More Residents to Hear It
April 16, 2026
On March 31, Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield faced an enormous task under an even larger spotlight. It was her first State of the City address, and she delivered it in . . .
Downtown Stories
DDP’s Free Opening Day Tailgate Party [Photo Gallery]
April 14, 2026
Free Opening Day Tailgate Party presented by Miller Lite and supported by Lake Michigan Credit Union The Tigers swept the St. Louis Cardinals, and the DDP’s 4th annual Free Opening . . .
Press Releases
Rivertown Business Improvement Zone Launched and Board of Directors Seated April 1
April 9, 2026
Rivertown Business Improvement Zone Launched and Board of Directors Seated April 1. First meeting marks transition from approval to implementation of services in Rivertown
Press Releases
Downtown Street Eats Food Truck Rally Returns to Cadillac Square, Kicking into Gear April 6
March 27, 2026
Downtown Street Eats Food Truck Rally Returns to Cadillac Square, Kicking into Gear April 6 More than 80 local food trucks and restaurants will unite to offer a diverse . . .
Thought Leadership
Supporting Detroit’s Vibrant Urban Core
March 26, 2026
By Soula Burns, Vice President of Fund Development and Partnerships Downtown Detroit is in a constant state of evolution. The priorities of the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) evolve with it. . . .
Small Business
Celebrating Downtown Detroit’s Women Entrepreneurs
March 18, 2026
By Isaac Douglas, Planning + Business Engagement Manager The Downtown Detroit Partnership recognizes and celebrates the essential role women entrepreneurs play in Detroit’s hustle culture – driving innovation, resilience, and . . .