Meet the 2023 Honorees: Southeast Michigan
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Meet the 2023 Honorees: Southeast Michigan

Tina Freese Decker President and CEO Corewell Health™  Tina Freese Decker is President & CEO of Corewell Health™, a leading integrated health system that strives to provide simple, affordable, equitable and exceptional care and coverage to millions of Michigan residents.   Leadership | Known for her vision and drive, Tina was a key architect of the 2022 … Read more

Michigan Economic Opportunity Fund

The new Microloan Program: Michigan Economic Opportunity Fund has launched statewide with funding of $10 million dedicated to providing loans up to $50,000 to women and entrepreneurs of color who don’t qualify for traditional loans through banks or other financial institutions. The Michigan Economic Opportunity Fund will diversify the economy by providing equitable access to … Read more

Meet the 2023 Honorees: West Michigan

Shannon Cohen Founder & CEO Shannon Cohen, Inc. Shannon Cohen is the founder and CEO of Shannon Cohen, Inc. — a boutique firm with a mighty imprint and reputation for excellence. Shannon specializes in developing customized emotional intelligence, equity, and wellness colloquia for organizations across diverse sectors and industries.   Clients include Electronic Arts [EA], … Read more

Meet the 2023 Honorees: Southwest MI

Meet the 2023 Honorees: Southwest Michigan Brenda Hunt President & CEO, Battle Creek Community Foundation Brenda is a native of Michigan, raised in rural Montcalm County. Her long-term goal of an equitable and prosperous downtown Battle Creek is beginning to materialize, thanks to her vision and decades of hard work. Her continual encouragement of and … Read more

Feature Story: Pareik Gallery

Determined and experienced businesswoman, Kiera Pack-Henderson, saw a need in Metro Detroit for a stylish, high-quality event venue that she and her friends could use for book signings, baby showers, and other small gatherings.   Pareik Gallery opened its doors in 2018; adorned with chic modern décor, Chiavari chairs, and white marble like flooring it elevates … Read more