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Formed in 1934 as a platform for the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It is known internationally as a top speaking forum for prominent business, academic, and government officials, who address members and their guests at the Club's 35 meeting season. With more than 3,500 members, the DEC is a forum for vital issues. The DEC claims to have hosted every U.S. President since Richard Nixon and is ranked among the top speaking platforms in the world. The DEC is one of the most valued podiums for CEO's in the world and one of the top five executive speaking forums in America.
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The DEC hosted Former U.S. Representative Liz Cheney and ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl on Tuesday, October 22, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. 
The DEC hosted the University Research Corridor presidents on Tuesday, October 15, at the Masonic. University of Michigan President Santa Ono, Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz, and Wayne State University President Kimberly Andrews Espy discussed how their institutions collaborate to lead groundbreaking research and attract and support companies.
The DEC hosted Ali Velshi, MSNBC Chief Correspondent and Host of "Velshi," on Monday, October 7, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Ali discussed his book "Small Acts of Courage: A Legacy of Endurance and the Fight for Democracy" and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted the Honorable Debbie Stabenow, U.S. Senator for Michigan, on Wednesday, October 2, at the Masonic. WXYZ-TV Channel 7's Chuck Stokes moderated "The Exit Interview."
The DEC hosted Lael Brainard, Director, National Economic Council and White House National Economic Advisor, on Monday, September 23, at the Masonic. In a conversation moderated by Glenn Stevens of MichAuto, Miss Brainard discussed "Strengthening the U.S. Auto Industry" and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted David Burritt, President & CEO of U. S. Steel, on Tuesday, September 17, at the Masonic. In a conversation moderated by Hannah Lutz of Automotive News, Mr. Burritt discussed "An America as Strong as Steel" and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted Dan Gilbert, Founder & Chairman of Rocket Companies, on Friday, September 13, at the Icon.
The DEC hosted MSU Athletics: All Access on Friday, June 7, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. In a fireside chat with Jamie Edmonds, Michigan State University's Athletic Director Alan Haller, Head Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo, Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach Adam Nightingale, Head Women's Basketball Coach Robyn Fralick, and Head Women's Volleyball Coach Leah Johnson, discussed their student-athletes remarkable success on and off the field.
The DEC hosted Mary T. Barra, Chair & CEO of General Motors, on Thursday, May 23, at MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit. In an exclusive meeting for DEC members and accompanied guests, WDIV Local 4's Rhonda Walker moderated the fireside chat to discuss GM’s strategic bets on the future and how the company is driving technology advancements and improving the customer experience with the potential to create a better world for all.
The DEC hosted Mike Sievert, CEO of T-Mobile, on Thursday, May 2, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Jackie Paige of WWJ Newsradio 950, Mike discussed "Forever Disrupting: T-Mobile’s Evolution From Underdog to Leader in Wireless and Beyond" and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted Barbara McQuade, Former US Attorney and Current Law Professor at the University of Michigan Law School, on Tuesday, April 23, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Barbara discussed her book "Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America" and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted Jim Fitterling, Chair & CEO of Dow, on Wednesday, April 17, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Daniel Howes of The Detroit News, Jim discussed "Possible and Profitable: Clean Energy & Decarbonization" and answered questions from the audience.
Detroit Lions fever is sky-high, and in a few short weeks, the city of Detroit will be center stage for the NFL Draft. Lions fans are keenly interested in the Lions draft and that topic is dominating conversations and sports media. So exactly what are the Lions needs for 2024 and who should they draft? A panel of Lions beat writers will debate these items in an interactive multimedia conversation. To get us started, Lions Team President Rod Wood will talk about the City’s draft readiness and the successful approach the Lions organization has used in the last couple of years that has Lions fans everywhere buzzing.
The DEC hosted the 2023-2024 Detroit Red Wings at the MotorCity Casino Hotel on Wednesday, February 28. Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond served as the Masters of Ceremonies for the 18th annual meeting.  In a lively roundtable discussion, members heard from Executive VP & General Manager Steve Yzerman and Head Coach Derek Lalonde as they shared their thoughts on the season. A players-only roundtable with Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, and Alex DeBrincat followed. The always-fun meeting concluded with a raffle for Red Wings memorabilia.
The DEC hosted West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin on Monday, February 26, at the Masonic in Detroit. In an exclusive meeting for DEC members and accompanied guests, FOX 2 Detroit’s Roop Raj moderated the fireside chat as Senator Manchin continued his listening tour for Americans Together and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday, February 14, at the Huntington Place in Detroit. In an exclusive meeting for DEC members and accompanied guests, the Governor shared remarks regarding her administration’s FY ’25 budget priorities. She was later joined on stage by U.S. Department of the Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen for a fireside chat.
The DEC hosted Jerry Norcia on Tuesday, February 6, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by DEC Board Chair Sandy Pierce, Jerry discussed "Advancing the Energy Backbone of Michigan’s Economy – Utilizing all the Tools in the Toolbox" and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted the 2024 Michigan Economic Outlook Meeting on Tuesday, January 16, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a conversation moderated by Daniel Howes, Hilary Doe, Chief Growth Officer of the State of Michigan, Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and Gabriel Ehrlich, Director of Research Seminar in Quantitative Economics at the University of Michigan, shared their insights and more. Before the discussion, the 12th annual Michigan Economic Outlook Survey results were unveiled. You can view the survey results here: www.outlooksurvey.com.
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The DEC hosted The Honorable Pat McCrory, Former North Carolina Governor (R) and No Labels National Co-Chair, and The Honorable Jay Nixon, Former Missouri Governor (D) and No Labels Ballot Integrity Project Director, on Wednesday, December 13, at The MotorCity Casino Hotel. In a fireside chat with The Detroit News' Kaitlyn Buss, the former governors discussed No Labels' plans and why they feel No Labels presents common sense solutions to solve America’s biggest problems and answered questions from the audience.
The DEC hosted Santa J. Ono, President of the University of Michigan, on Wednesday, November 29, at The Masonic. In a fireside chat with WDIV-TV Local 4's Devin Scillian, President Ono discussed achievements, challenges, and opportunities he sees for partnership and growth with the region and community and answered questions from the audience.
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