Detroit Renaissance is a private, non-profit leadership organization dedicated to accelerating the region’s economic growth. The organization is composed exclusively of the chief executive officers of the region’s most significant employers and largest universities and its operating budget is funded entirely through contributions from its members.

Our three goals:

• Transform the economy of southeast Michigan
• Transform the economy of Detroit
• Improve the region’s economic competitiveness

We serve as a:

• Catalyst that develops economic growth strategies through partnerships,
• Advocate for public policies that advance regional economic growth, and
• Champion of specific initiatives that accelerate growth strategies.

The organization accomplishes its goals by forging partnerships with government and community stakeholders around a limited agenda of strategic initiatives that have significant economic impact on our community.

Detroit Renaissance key facts:

• Detroit Renaissance’s member organizations provide over 350,000 jobs in Michigan, generate total sales revenue of over $1 Trillion, and serve over 130,000 students.
• Over the past two years, Detroit Renaissance has grown by over 30% and increased the regional representation of its’ board membership by 76%.