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The article reports that the social media company LinkedIn has opened an office at the Sanders building in Detroit, Michigan.

The article reports that Clark Hill PLC is set to become the largest law firm based in Michigan following its deal to absorb Dallas, Texas-based Strasburger & Price LLP.

The article reports on the expansion of the operations of Silicon Valley, California-based software developer Nexient in Pittsfield Township, Michigan. Topics covered include the role of strong talent pool in the decision of Nexient to expand operations in Pittsfield Township, amount of grant to be provided by the Michigan Economic Development Corp. for Nexient, and background information of Nexient.

The article reports on the community bank being planned by veteran local banker Rob Farr in Michigan. Topics discussed include the de novo bank application filed by Farr with the state government and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC), the need for banks that would serve small and medium-sized firms in the region, and the operations of community banks in Michigan prior to the 2009 economic recession.

The article discusses the expansion plans of Selective Eyewear Elements (SEE Inc.) founder Richard Golden for the eyewear company in Michigan. Topics discussed include designer eyeglass stores being managed by Golden in Southeast Michigan, the marketing methods of the company including word of mouth, e-mail listing and billboard and storefront advertising, and Golden's decision to sell online and to invest in social media.

The article discusses the fleet vehicle purchasing strategy implemented by Detroit, Michigan's General Services Department. Topics discussed include the strategy to secure a one-time savings by buying new vehicles in bulk at a discounted rate and reducing their average life cycle and the city's lack of a centralized system for repairing and replacing vehicles.

The article announces that Detroit City FC has added Mike Lasinski as a new partner to its ownership group as co-founder Ben Steffans leaves the semi-professional soccer team in Michigan.

The article reports that chef Shawn McClain, founder and principal of McClain Camarota Hospitality, has signed as tenant of the 71st and 72nd floors of the Renaissance Center (RenCen), the skyscraper being managed by Renaissance Development for General Motors Co. in Detroit, Michigan, to create a restaurant that will appeal to both fine and casual diners. Topics covered include educational and career background of McClain, and other dining establishments at the RenCen.

The article reports that the SoftVue System, a product developed by Delphinus Medical Technologies Inc. to detect breast cancer in women with dense breast tissue, has entered clinical trial. The product is being tested in eight locations across the U.S., including the Breast Care Center at Beaumont's Medical Park in Dearborn, Michigan. The technology was spun out from the Karmanos Cancer Institute and it resembles a medical exam room table which lasts two to four minutes without radiation.

The article reports on the opening of a store selling artisan cheese and chocolate in Ferndale, Michigan. According to co-owners William Werner and Zach Berg, cave-aged cheddar from Vermont and Rozsavolgyi chocolate from Budapest are among the store's offerings. The store also makes trays and provides catering services.

The article reports on the opening of the Flint Ferris Wheel Innovation Center in Michigan. The entrepreneurship hub is located at the Ferris Building in downtown Flint, which was renovated by building owner Phil Hagerman through his SkyPoint Ventures LLC and boosted by a 1.5 million U.S. dollar grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corp. About 15 university students work at the building through the nonprofit organization 100K Ideas.

The article reports on the sale of the Village Green Apartments of Ann Arbor Township, Michigan, and two properties in Illinois, by real estate company City Club Apartments, as of November 2017.

The article features the operation of Warmilu, a manufacturer of non-electric warming blankets called IncuBlankets for infants. Founded by Grace Hsia in 2011, the business has grown into a company with seven full-time employees. It operates a production facility in Scio Township, Michigan, and makes pricing depending on distribution costs and product model.

The article reports updates on the fundraising campaign launched by the University of Detroit Mercy in Michigan.

The article reports that Capital Impact Partners has allocated 5 million U.S. dollars to help minority real estate developers grow their business with a 500,000 U.S. dollar assist from JPMorgan Chase & Co.

The article reports on the expected opening of the Detroit Club in downtown Detroit, Michigan in January 2018. Topics discussed include the historic building's renovation after a flood destroyed its interior, the expected opening of the building in time for the 2018 North American International Auto Show, and an overview of the interior and architectural design of the renovated building.

The article reports on the plan of Ashley Furniture Industries Inc. to open a furniture store in Detroit, Michigan. The furniture company has franchised investor Zahi Abdelaziz of Aziz Group to operate furniture stores in the state. Tim Attalla, legal counsel for the group, considered the store as another very good choice for consumers.

The article reports on the reopening of Detroit, Michigan-based Roma Cafe in November 2017 with the new name Amore La Roma. Topics include background information on Janet Sossi Belcoure, the previous owner of Roma Cafe, the changes in the new establishment, and the renovations undergone by the building.

The article profiles Eric Morris, Michigan office leader of the national transportation and infrastructure firm HNTB Michigan Inc., who is included in the magazine's 40 under 40 list of the most influential young leaders for the year 2017. Topics include Morris' educational background, highlights of his career as an engineer, and information on some of his high-profile projects.

The article reports on four startups in Detroit, Michigan that won awards at Homecoming Detroit in September 2017 for projects focused on improving the health and lives of residents including RecoveryPark Farms Inc., Alerje LLC and It Comes Naturally LLC.

The article previews an electronic-closing service launched by U.S. mortgage company United Wholesale Mortgage.

The article reports on the impact of a football field-sized sinkhole on businesses in Macomb County, Michigan. Shop owners posted lower sales because customers avoid the area. The sinkhole swallowed two homes and closed a major road. Some stores were closed because of the sinkhole. Fundraising events were organized to benefit the shops.

The article announces the acquisition by Detroit, Michigan-based Clark Hill PLC of Los Angeles, California-based Morris Polich & Purdy LLP, adding nearly 100 lawyers to the former. Topics covered include the total number of lawyers of the combined firm, the comment of Clark Hill chief executive officer (CEO) John Hern Jr. on the deal, and the terms of the transaction.

The article announces the retirement of Marcie Brogan, founder of Brogan & Partners Convergence Marketing Agency, and reports her decision to sell the company to its president, Ellyn Davidson.

The article reports on the 3.2 million dollars in loan approved by the Michigan Strategic Fund for the city of Trenton, Michigan for use to acquire and develop the former McLouth Steel plant site. Topics discussed are solution to the site relating to environmental cleanup, suitability of the industrial property for mixed-use or residential development, and its advantages such as proximity to the planned Gordie Howe International Bridge, rail access, and deepwater port on the Detroit River.

The article reports on the acquisition of the National Business League Inc. by the Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce, and mentions the aim of the National Business League and its chapters, and the benefit of the deal to black business development in the U.S.

The article reports on the contract awarded by the American Center for Mobility to Angelo Iafrate Construction in 2017 for the first phase of the automated vehicle proving ground at Willow Run. Topics covered include the value of the contract, the expected completion of the project's first phase and the selection of the center as proving ground for the development of driverless cars. Also mentioned is the start of the work on a 1.5-mile section of U.S.-12.

The article focuses on the attempt by the city of Detroit to fill unused space at the Rosa Parks Transit Center in Michigan. Topics covered include the issuance of a request for proposals to fill the transit hub, the proposal for a support services shop offering helmet rentals and bike repairs and the opportunity for winning proposals to negotiate a lease with the city.

The article offers information on the combined Techstars Mobility Demo Day and the Upshift startup investment conference, to be held at the Detroit Institute of Arts in Detroit, Michigan on October 18-19, 2017.

The article reports that Barracuda Networks Inc., the Silicon Valley information technology (IT) security company founded by University of Michigan graduate Dean Drako, will expand in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is expected to generate 2.3 million dollars of investment and create 115 jobs.

The article reports on the plan of Shinola/Detroit LLC to expand its audio division by manufacturing turntables and headphones. Shinola transferred its audio operations to its factory headquarters in the A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education building. According to Alex Rosson, head of Shinola's audio division, 90 percent of the company's turntable production will be in Detroit and the rest will be in California.

The article features college entrepreneurship and social innovation program optiMize founder Jeff Sorenson, who is included in the periodical's 20 in their 20s list of young professionals who have made their marks in their fields for 2017.

The article reports on the launch by aluminum wheels manufacturer Superior Industries International Inc. of an offer to acquire German rival Uniwheels AG, as of March 2017.

The article reports the claim by Detroit Pistons professional basketball team owner Tom Gores as of March 2017 that he is looking for a partner company to relocate the team in Flint, Michigan to give hope to the residents who are still feeling the adverse effects of the recent water crisis in the area. Also cited are the 2016 Crain's Newsmaker of the Year award received by Gores, and Gores' claim that real estate developer Dan Gilbert will build a major league soccer stadium in the area.

The article reports on Michigan-based Cottage Inn Pizza's expansion in the Midwest and China. Topics discussed include the opening of franchises in Indiana, Ohio and Illinois, the pizza chain's partnership with investment company Kai-xin-ke Catering to open a restaurant in Qingdao, China, and the competition between Cottage Inn Pizza and Domino's Pizza Inc.

The article announces business leaders in Detroit, Michigan that have been chosen for the 2017 Detroit Workforce System Leadership Development Academy, including Devon Buskin of The Greening of Detroit, Mary Freeman of Southwest Solutions, and Sarah Sebaly of Southeast Michigan Community Alliance.