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Diversity conference focuses on economic transformation

Grand Valley is among the sponsors of the Sixth Annual Innovation Through Diversity Conference, set for Tuesday, April 21, at the MGM Grand Hotel in Detroit.

Hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber, Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion and Crain's Detroit Business, the conference will run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Keynote speeches and sessions will focus on economic transformation with diversity, building inclusive communities and helping minority business succeed in Michigan. Jeanne Arnold, Grand Valley vice president for Inclusion and Equity, is among the panel members for a discussion on post-Proposal 2. Others are from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.

The keynote speech will be given by Alexis Herman, former Secretary of Labor with the Clinton administration.

Limited space is available for on-site registration on the day of the conference. Cost to attend is $99; for more information, call 313-446-0300.

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