Kathleen M. Wilbur

The Kresge Foundation (Kresge) is a private, national foundation headquartered in Troy, Michigan. The firm was founded in 1924 to promote human progress. Kresge works to expand opportunities in America’s cities through grantmaking and social investing in arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development, nationally and in Detroit, Memphis and New Orleans.

Michigan Economic Development Corp. provides economic development efforts and policy development and technology development. Its services include business retention and attraction, financial assistance, employee recruitment and training, assistance for providing permits, and site development services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Lansing, MI.

Detroit Regional Chamber operates as a chamber of commerce. Its activities and initiatives are centered on four strategic pillars: economic development, regional collaboration, education reform and member value. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

Business Leaders For Michigan operates as a non-profit organization that publishes research and benchmarking reports. It specializes in public policy research, public policy strategy, event organization, economic development, and public policy advocacy. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

Detroit Economic Club is a non profit organization committed to the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It provides a platform for distinguished international dignitaries and business leaders, who represent the changing global environment. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

New Detroit, Inc. is a coalition of leaders working to achieve racial understanding and racial equity. It is a private, non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to addressing the issue of race relations. The company was founded by Jerome Cavanagh, Joseph L. Hudson and George Romney in 1967 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

The Nature Conservancy in Michigan is a conservation organization working around the world to protect land and waters for nature and people. The company is headquartered in Lansing, MI.

Citizens Research Council of Michigan is an organization that believes in the importance of being informed about government and public policy. The non-profit company is based in Livonia, MI. The company's motto, "the right to criticize government is also an obligation to know what you are talking about," reflects their mission to provide unbiased research and analysis to citizens and policymakers.

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan operates grant making foundations. It serves as a vehicle for donors, volunteers and community members to identify important issues, share ideas and build the financial resources to make a positive change. The company supports activities such as education, arts & culture, health, human services, community development and civic affairs

Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, Inc. operates as an organization to develop public access. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

Wayne State University Research & Technology Park engages in the provision of business incubation and acceleration resources. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

The Michigan Roundtable for Diversity & Inclusion is a non-profit organization that works towards advancing equity and opportunity for all. The non-profit company is based in Detroit, MI. The company develops, organize, and empower individuals and communities to achieve this goal. Steve Spreitzer has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

Michigan Health Endowment Fund provides health and wellness care services for children and seniors. The non-profit company is based in Lansing, MI. The CEO of the company is Paul Christie Hillegonds.