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DDP 2025 Fall Forum: Special Edition

Join the Downtown Detroit Partnership at Michigan Central for a powerful half-day convening that puts the Detroit–Windsor corridor in the global spotlight.
Fall Forum: Special Edition, in partnership with Michigan Central and the RIVER Collaborative will gather top leaders from the State of Michigan, City of Detroit, City of Windsor, and the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority—along with developers, innovators, and other changemakers—around one shared goal: shaping the future of one of North America’s most dynamic cross-border regions. The theme of this year’s event is Celebrating Connections, Forging the Future Together.
As part of an exciting line up of city, state, and country leaders, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens will have a conversation on the transformative power of regional collaboration and the benefits of our shared border.
Through keynote conversations, real estate development updates, and expert speakers, we’ll explore how transformative projects like the Gordie Howe International Bridge are unlocking new opportunities in trade, real estate, mobility, and innovation. Attendees will be the first to receive DDP’s 2025 Downtown Detroit Community and Development Update, featuring exclusive binational market insights and Windsor development highlights.
With unmatched networking, big-picture vision, and actionable intelligence, this is the can’t-miss event for anyone invested in the growth and competitiveness of Detroit, Windsor, and beyond.
Space is limited—secure your seat and be part of the conversation that’s shaping the next century of regional prosperity. If you’re having trouble purchasing your ticket(s) below, click here to go directly to the Eventbrite listing.
Other speakers include:
Eric B. Larson, CEO of DDP
Gordon Orr, CEO of Invest Windsor Essex
Josh Sirefman, CEO, Michigan Central Innovation District
Colin Bird, Consul General of Canada and more