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Survey: Finding Qualified Talent Top Concern For Grand Rapids Chamber Members

GRAND RAPIDS – A 2017 survey by the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce shows finding qualified talent as the top concern for the first time, surpassing the cost of health care which had been the top issue for the last four years. Despite the concerns expressed in the survey, more than 93 percent of

By |2017-01-12T16:41:27-05:00January 12th, 2017|News|

Worldwide PC Shipments In 2016 Fall To 2007 Level

STAMFORD - Worldwide PC shipments in 2016 declined by 6.2 percent, the fourth consecutive year shipments have declined. For the year, worldwide PC shipments totaled 269.7 million units, the same levels of shipments as 2007. "Stagnation in the PC market continued into the fourth quarter of 2016 as holiday sales were generally weak due to

By |2017-01-12T16:05:11-05:00January 12th, 2017|News|

Detroit Public TV To Launch Detroit PBS Kids 24/7 Channel

WIXOM - On January 16, Detroit Public Television launches Detroit PBS Kids 24/7 channel, providing young viewers, their parents and caregivers with a new platform to positively engage their interest in learning. Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation is sponsoring the new channel. "We are delighted to be partnering with this new community initiative that will

By |2017-01-12T15:44:38-05:00January 12th, 2017|STEM|

Michigan STEM Partnership Seeks More Stakeholders Statewide

LANSING - The Michigan STEM Partnership, a statewide non-profit organization, is extending an invitation to STEM stakeholders statewide, including those from: education, business, government, and non-profits, to participate in the organization’s designated Work Committees and Task Force Groups in order to enable a broader voice in the policies and initiatives of the state’s leading STEM

By |2017-01-12T15:33:58-05:00January 12th, 2017|STEM|

Ann Arbor Spark, Deepgram Launch Meetups in Ypsilanti

ANN ARBOR - Ann Arbor SPARK and Deepgram’s first employee, Adam Sypniewski, are working together to bring a new series of meetups to Ypsilanti focused on making connections between high tech professionals in eastern Washtenaw County. The first three events are scheduled for Spark East on January 24, February 21, and March 28, 2017, at 6 p.m.

By |2017-01-12T15:26:46-05:00January 12th, 2017|Entrepreneurs|

A Letter From Automation Alley Executive Director Tom Kelly

TROY - As we ring in 2017, Automation Alley is determined to ensure that the technology and manufacturing businesses across Southeast Michigan start off the New Year on the right foot – educated and prepared for dramatic industry changes ahead. If you have not done so already, please register today for Automation Alley’s 2017 Technology

By |2017-01-12T18:56:26-05:00January 12th, 2017|Guest Columns|

Jimmy McKnight, Ninja Starship, Star Wars vs Power Rangers, Comic Cons

ROYAL OAK - Well, our first show of the year didn’t go quite as planned, but it’s still the best show we’ve done so far this year.  We lost a guest due to unavoidable circumstances, but still had a great time sitting down with Jimmy McKnight talking about the numerous podcasts he’s a part of,

By |2017-01-11T16:06:38-05:00January 11th, 2017|IT in the D, Podcasts|

Red Level’s Tyler Discusses The Transformative Power Of Technology

SOUTHFIELD - Diva Tech Talk interviewed Janet Tyler, Chief Operating Officer, at Red Level Networks, a Microsoft partner company. As a child, Janet admits that while she was drawn to math and science, she “was not particularly good at math and science.” But her early tech interest was fostered by her father who encouraged her,

By |2017-01-11T16:06:52-05:00January 11th, 2017|Diva Tech Talk, Podcasts|

Eisenstein Provides Views On Consumer Electronics Show And Car Connectivity

DETROIT - Paul Eisenstein, editor of the Detroit Bureau is returning from CES where he has watched the emphasis on connecting cars and technology continue to grow.  Paul will also give us a sneak preview of Detroit’ biggest show, the North American International Auto Show starting Jan. 9. Listen to Paul Eisenstein

By |2017-01-11T16:07:11-05:00January 11th, 2017|Internet Advisor, Podcasts|

Sen. Gary Peters Seeks To Ensure Michigan Becomes Future Home Of World Mobility

DETROIT - Michigan Sen. Gary Peters joins us to talk about  One of his top priorities: ensuring Michigan is a leader in the development of connected and automated vehicles that will change the future of mobility. He has established the bipartisan Smart Transportation Caucus to educate his colleagues about the importance of these technologies and encourage policies that support their

By |2017-01-11T16:07:26-05:00January 11th, 2017|Autonomous Vehicles, Internet Advisor, Podcasts|