Tom Keller
Networking nightmares? We've been there.

If the idea of exchanging business cards makes your neck hair crawl, I wanted you to know that you’re not alone. I asked members of the DYP executive team to share their biggest networking fears. See if you relate to their answers.

Networking nightmares? We've been there.
Karissa Holmes
Behind the Scenes: 2016 Vanguard Award ...

Have questions on how we selected our awesome Vanguard Awardees? Take a quick peek behind the scenes of our process!

Behind the Scenes: 2016 Vanguard Award Selections
Kyla Carlsen
My "Life" as a Homeless Teen by Kyla Carlsen

Do you personally know what it's like to experience homelessness? DYP Team Member and Challenge Detroit Fellow, Kyla Carlsen, recounts one of her most impactful challenges to date - life as a homeless teen relying on resources at COTS.

My "Life" as a Homeless Teen by Kyla Carlsen
Ben Seidman
10 Qualities Of The Detroitpreneur

The Detroitpreneur is a unique breed. Here just 10 qualities that make up that individual. Please share some of your own in the comments!

10 Qualities Of The Detroitpreneur
Tom Keller
Forget 12 Months, Here's What Happened When DYP ...

As the title makes apparent, one of the key thrusts of the book is to break goals into shorter-timeframe projects to enable more responsive and responsible planning.

Forget 12 Months, Here's What Happened When DYP Switched to a 12 Week Year

July Member Spotlight: Carter Bundy and Andrea Wilamowski

DYP is pleased to spotlight two more of our members who are working to make an impact both within the organization and throughout the area. Please enjoy this opportunity to learn more about your fellow members, and make sure to say hello when you see them out at an event!

Art Lovers: The DIA Needs You

Art Lovers: The DIA Needs You

Are you passionate about art and have a few extra hours in your week? Well, the DIA is looking for you! Read on to learn about several volunteer opportunities at the DIA and how you can get involved. They're currently recruiting for the IPV program and applications close on July 15, so don't wait!

White House Hopefuls Already Making Detroit Stops

White House Hopefuls Already Making Detroit Stops

Voters should take notice of how candidates visiting Detroit incorporate Detroit culture and community into their campaigns, and young professionals should give every candidate their ear for at least a minute. The way that it is supposed to be, is that every candidate truly has a chance, and no voter can make an educated decision until they've thoroughly looked at their options. 

Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit

Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit

DYP blogger, Hayley Steinkopf, recently visited the DIA for the highly anticipated Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit exhibit.  Have you been? If not, what are you waiting for?! With 100% certainty, we can definitely agree that this experience lived up to the hype and it's one that you don't want to miss.  According to Hayley, here's why:

4 Options for Community Service in Detroit this Summer

4 Options for Community Service in Detroit this Summer

As Detroit gradually progresses in revitalization and regrowth, new companies and professionals are relocating to Detroit, vacant buildings are being purchased and restored, and neighborhoods are being cleaned up. Although a lot can be attributed to professionals leading the improvements that have Detroit on track to come back, volunteers play a major role in it as well. 

June Member Spotlight: Tifani Sadek and Shannon Smith

June Member Spotlight: Tifani Sadek and Shannon Smith

Tifani Sadek, co-founder of Sadek Bonahoom, and Shannon Smith, an analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank and advocate for financial literacy, both made headlines last week for having their accomplishments recognized.  Read below to see why Tifani selected as an Emerging Leader by the Detroit Regional Chamber and why Shannon was inducted into Crain's 2015 class of 20 in their 20's.