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New Book - Dogfight Over Tokyo - World War II
Nov. 11, 2019
Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, then attended high school in Michigan after the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company transferred my father to the Detroit area. After attending Sacred Heart Seminary in Detroit, Michigan, I enrolled at the University of Notre Dame and received a bachelor's degree in history in 1967. I then studied American History for one year at Michigan State University, earning a master's degree in 1968. I have long been fascinated with the Pacific Theater of World War II. In the fourth or fifth grade, I read a book about the Battle of the Coral Sea—and was hooked! I have researched World War II history for more than thirty years, focusing mainly on the Pacific Theater. In addition to my books, which are described elsewhere on this website, I have written two chapters for a World War II book published by HarperCollins for the Library of Congress in 2004, as well as biographical essays on Admiral George Dewey and Admiral William Halsey that have been included in different collections. In addition, my writing has appeared in more than twenty-five magazines, including WWII HISTORY, MILITARY HERITAGE, NAVAL HISTORY, and AMERICAN HISTORY. Along the way, I have interviewed close to 400 veterans of both theaters of the war. As part of my work, I have been fortunate to appear in various television productions. Oliver North interviewed me as his chief historian for an episode about Wake Island for his Oliver North's War Stories series on Fox Television. The History Channel asked me to be the main historical consultant and on-air commentator for the ten-part series, Pacific: The Lost Evidence, which is frequently rerun. BookTV has also aired some of my book presentations and signings. In June 2005 I retired after teaching junior high school History and Language Arts for more than thirty years. Happily, I found teaching and writing very compatible—they both require the ability to condense complicated topics into something people can grasp. I am currently a member of three historical/writing organizations—the Organization of American Historians, the Society for Military History, and the Golf Writers' Association of America. Growing up in Akron, Ohio and having the chance to play the Firestone Country Club almost every summer day as a youth, I developed a love for golf that has never diminished. In writing articles for GOLF Magazine, MICHIGAN GOLFER, and other publications, I have been able to meet and personally interview figures such as Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Phil Mickelson. I have three daughters—Amy, Julie, and Karen—and four grandchildren—Matthew and Megan Dickerman, and Emma and Kaitlyn Lastra. When I'm not writing or teaching, I like to golf, read, and jog. |
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Eisenhower Dance Detroit
Nov. 18, 2019
Anne Bak Marine received her BFA in Dance (magna cum laude) from Western Michigan University/Lee Honors College and spent more than ten years touring and performing with Eisenhower Dance Detroit. Ms. Marine has choreographed and taught master classes at many colleges and universities as well as at Interlochen Arts Academy,
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Nov. 19, 2019 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sign up with Bill Roy to either provide food for the residents at Hope Warming Center or to help out serving that night.
For those who are serving, we usually arrive at approximately 7:15 p.m., which gives us plenty of time to set up. Dinner usually starts at 8:00, and we are cleaned up and leave by 9:00. Due to the fact that the HWC has a small kitchen and we have a tremendous turnout, it would be easier if Bill Roy could come by and pick up items from those who are preparing food but not serving. Please let him know. |
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Nov. 20, 2019 9:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2019 6:00 p.m.
Help us bring joy this holiday season to kids fighting cancer! We are collecting new, unwrapped toys until the end of the year to donate to The Bottomless Toy Chest. Donation Drop Off Locations: Birmingham Bloomfield Credit Union Grady & Grady, P.C. The Community House
Holiday Wish List:
ALL TOYS MUST BE NEW AND UNUSED
Your donation makes it possible for Bottomless Toy Chest to deliver 30,000 toys year-round to pediatric cancer patients in Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Texas Hospitals! |
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Nov. 20, 2019 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Nov. 21, 2019 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Nov. 28, 2019 7:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Team Turkey 2019 is coming up! Here's what we need:
We are delivering 8-person fully cooked Thanksgiving meals on Thanksgiving to deserving families in the community! In coordination with Troy, Birmingham, West Bloomfield, Sterling Heights, Utica, Lakes Area, and Chelsea Rotary Clubs, we have been able to increase the number of families that receive the Thanksgiving dinners from approximately 30 in 2016, to over 250 families in 2018...and for 2019, we plan to deliver 300!!!
We will be taking a group photo promptly at 7:30 am!!! Please arrive no later than 7:15 am if you are driving so that we can get everyone checked in prior to the photo.
Rotary members believe in Service Above Self and we want to share blessings with deserving families in our community.
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Racquet Up Detroit
Dec. 02, 2019
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Dec. 07, 2019 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join your fellow Rotarians as we ring the bells in downtown Birmingham and collect for The Salvation Army! Bell Ringing Schedule: Volunteer Bell Ringers Needed! SIGN UP WITH CHRIS MCLOGAN |
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Dec. 09, 2019 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Birmingham Rotary invites you and a guest to our Holiday Luncheon! When: Monday, December 9, 2019 at 12:00 PM Location: The Community House in the Main Ballroom Cost: $25 per person (+$1 transaction fee for payments by credit card) Seaholm High School Choir will be joining us and singing some
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Dec. 10, 2019 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sign up with Bill Roy to either provide food for the residents at Hope Warming Center or to help out serving that night.
For those who are serving, we usually arrive at approximately 7:15 p.m., which gives us plenty of time to set up. Dinner usually starts at 8:00, and we are cleaned up and leave by 9:00. Due to the fact that the HWC has a small kitchen and we have a tremendous turnout, it would be easier if Bill Roy could come by and pick up items from those who are preparing food but not serving. Please let him know. |
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Dec. 14, 2019 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join your fellow Rotarians as we ring the bells in downtown Bell Ringing Schedule: Volunteer Bell Ringers Needed! SIGN UP WITH CHRIS MCLOGAN |
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Dec. 18, 2019 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Jan. 01, 2020 - Mar. 26, 2020
Win Tickets To The 1st Prize: 2nd Prize: 3rd Prize: Drawing will be held March 27, 2017 at our Masters Madness Gala. Raffle Tickets $100 each Please contact us at birminghamrotaryclub@gmail.com if you are interested in purchasing tickets. Get them before they're all sold! |
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Zonta
Jan. 13, 2020
Bonnie McArthur is a retired Development Director from LACASA - Livingston County's Center for Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, and Sexual Assault. In that position she was responsible for direct fundraising, special events, and donor relations. Before that, she worked as a Development Officer at Kettering University in Flint. Currently she is the Treasurer of the Zonta Club of Pontiac N. Oakland and is here today to share about Zonta and their Centennial Celebration. |
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Jan. 15, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Jan. 16, 2020 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Jan. 16, 2020 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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Join us as we participate in a community service activity at Gleaners
Jan. 20, 2020
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Jan. 20, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Volunteers are needed to help pack food boxes and/or sort food at Gleaners Food Bank (at the Pontiac location) on January 20th at (Time to be determined). You must wear closed toed shoes in the warehouse (tennis shoes or work boots). Gleaners cannot have anyone in the warehouse who is wearing sandals, crocs, flats, etc… Please contact John Mucha if you would like to sign up to serve this day! |
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Jan. 22, 2020 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sign up with Bill Roy to either provide food for the residents at Hope Warming Center or to help out serving that night.
For those who are serving, we usually arrive at approximately 7:15 p.m., which gives us plenty of time to set up. Dinner usually starts at 8:00, and we are cleaned up and leave by 9:00. Due to the fact that the HWC has a small kitchen and we have a tremendous turnout, it would be easier if Bill Roy could come by and pick up items from those who are preparing food but not serving. Please let him know. |
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Cyber Bullying and its Effects
Jan. 27, 2020
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Childrens Lukemia Michigan
Feb. 03, 2020
Jaycie is a limited licensed macro social worker with a master of social work degree from the University of Michigan. As a non-profit professional, Jaycie has a passion for promoting community wellness through outreach, education, and advocacy. Jaycie has been with CLF since January of 2019. Prior to her current position, Jaycie worked in Colorado helping to connect youth in foster care with permanent, loving families.
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Feb. 09, 2020 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sign up with Bill Roy to either provide food for the residents at Hope Warming Center or to help out serving that night.
For those who are serving, we usually arrive at approximately 7:15 p.m., which gives us plenty of time to set up. Dinner usually starts at 8:00, and we are cleaned up and leave by 9:00. Due to the fact that the HWC has a small kitchen and we have a tremendous turnout, it would be easier if Bill Roy could come by and pick up items from those who are preparing food but not serving. Please let him know. |
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Micah 6 Community
Feb. 10, 2020
After graduating from college, a group of recently graduated wanted to move somewhere that needed good neighbors. It became obvious that doors were opening for them in Pontiac and they moved into a house at 32 Newberry. They spent a year listening to the neighbors and asking important questions: What is going well in this neighborhood, what isn't going well, where do your kids go to school, where do folks work around here? The answers...lack of access to healthy food, lots of our homeless friends sleeping in vacant houses, and there wasn't much for kids to do when they weren't in school. Learn how Micah 6 is changing the neighborhood.
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Author- Detroit Engine of America
Feb. 17, 2020
R.J. King is editor of DBusiness magazine, DBusiness Daily News, Tech and Mobility News, and Detroit 500, all of which cover companies in metro Detroit and Michigan that are expanding locally, nationally, and internationally. He also is author of four books, “Detroit: Engine of America,” “Passport to the Corner Office: The Starter’s Guide to Corporate Life,” “8 Track: The First Mobile App,” and “Mystical.” Since 2011, DBusiness magazine has been honored with more than 35 Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals in the Editorial Excellence Awards from the Alliance of Area Business Publishers, including being named the top regional business magazine in the country. Prior to launching DBusiness in 2006, Mr. King was a business writer for The Detroit News for 16 years, where he wrote more than 4,000 articles covering economic development, automotive, aerospace, health care, technology, transportation, and other business sectors. Mr. King is a board member of the Brother Rice Business Alliance, Beyond Basics, Detroit Aircraft Corp., Detroit Spacecraft Corp., ASX, and the Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he serves on the Board of Trustees for The Parade Co. He is a member of the Detroit Athletic Club, and on the board of the DAC Executives Club and the DAC Car Club. He also is a member of the Boston-Edison Historic District and the University of Michigan Alumni Association. In 2014, Mr. King was inducted into the International Heritage Foundation’s Heritage Hall of Fame. |
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Feb. 19, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Beyond Basics
Mar. 02, 2020
PAMELA GOOD Cofounder and CEO, Beyond Basics Pamela Good is cofounder and CEO of Beyond Basics, a literacy nonprofit that provides one-on-one and small group reading tutoring and literacy enrichment programs for K-12 students and families in vulnerable communities. Beyond Basics’ proven methods unlock the miracle and power of reading and open a whole new world and future to those who need it most. Beyond Basics achieves grade level movement in average of six weeks. |
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Pontiac Engineering Club
Mar. 09, 2020
Alan S. Miller-Founder and Leader of the Pontiac Kid’s Engineering Club, in Pontiac Michigan. Alan Miller is the Founder and Leader of the Pontiac Kid’s Engineering Club that he created in 2014. Alan has dedicated the use of his time and talents to lead a kid’s engineering club in Pontiac, at the Pontiac Center for Success, [simply called the Pontiac Kid’s Engineering Club] to create an access point for kids in Pontiac to do hands on engineering projects working with engineers and other volunteers. From November to May, twice each week, Alan and other volunteers meet with 40 kids, grades 3 to 6 in Pontiac. The Pontiac Kids Engineering Club that Alan created is a hands-on project approach designed to introduce kids in Pontiac to simple engineering concepts while having fun so that kids have access to engineering learning activities. The program is held at an afterschool program at the Pontiac Center for Success.
Alan Miller has 35 years’ experience in engine design, analysis and test experience in the automotive industry, with a Bachelor and Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University; Alan holds 6 US patents. Alan is a Kirk in the Hills Church Session Member; and a member of the Kirk in the Hills Outreach and Mission Committee. Alan received the Heart of the Baldwin Award for community service; and is a Pontiac Soup Micro Grant Award winner. Alan Miller lives in Farmington Hills, Michigan; married to wife Judy for 25 years; has 2 sons Logan [17 years old] and Gavin [13 years old. |
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Mar. 17, 2020 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sign up with Bill Roy to either provide food for the residents at Hope Warming Center or to help out serving that night.
For those who are serving, we usually arrive at approximately 7:15 p.m., which gives us plenty of time to set up. Dinner usually starts at 8:00, and we are cleaned up and leave by 9:00. Due to the fact that the HWC has a small kitchen and we have a tremendous turnout, it would be easier if Bill Roy could come by and pick up items from those who are preparing food but not serving. Please let him know. |
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Mar. 18, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Mar. 23, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Our commitment to your health and safety, as well as all others, remains the highest priority. Therefore, in accordance with the Center for Disease Control's guidelines, we are temporarily cancelling our Monday Rotary meetings. We will tentatively plan to resume meetings on April 6. Should that change I will let you know.
This decision is in accordance with the recommendation of Rotary International who has cancelled all travel, and all staff will be working from home should you need anything.
If you need any information, here are two sources:
Therefore,
-- If you are in a high risk group (either by age or health condition) please stay home. And clean all surfaces of your home.
-- If you are sick, cold, flu or whatever, stay home. If you feel you are showing signs of coronavirus, CALL your health care provider to determine the best course of action.
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Mar. 30, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Our commitment to your health and safety, as well as all others, remains the highest priority. Therefore, in accordance with the Center for Disease Control's guidelines, we are temporarily cancelling our Monday Rotary meetings. We will tentatively plan to resume meetings on April 6. Should that change I will let you know.
This decision is in accordance with the recommendation of Rotary International who has cancelled all travel, and all staff will be working from home should you need anything.
If you need any information, here are two sources:
Therefore,
-- If you are in a high risk group (either by age or health condition) please stay home. And clean all surfaces of your home.
-- If you are sick, cold, flu or whatever, stay home. If you feel you are showing signs of coronavirus, CALL your health care provider to determine the best course of action.
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Apr. 02, 2020 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
You are invited! Bring your favorite beverage to this zoom link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/463870534 Meeting ID: 463 870 534 Thursday, April 2nd at 5:30 PM Join the Zoom meeting via your smart phone, tablet, or laptop that has audio/visual capabilities. Let’s get together for a drink and some great conversation while practicing social distancing! If you need assistance or have questions, please contact Regan Gilshire at 248-224-7879. |
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Body Language for Video Conferencing
Apr. 13, 2020 12:00 p.m.
Whether we work virtually or in person, nonverbal communication is a huge component of our communication. Join Monica for her talk “Body Language for Video Conferencing” to learn how you can build connection and foster honesty in your video-chat conversations.
About Monica Levin
Monica Levin teaches audiences, groups, and individuals how to positively influence situations and people using nonverbal communication. You can hire her to teach body language skills at your company or to coach you privately via Zoom.
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Apr. 15, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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WJ Cousins & Assoc
Apr. 20, 2020
Founded by Secret Service veteran Bill Cousins, WJ Cousins & Associates provides a full range of security Investigation, protection and litigation consulting services to individuals, corporations, law firms and government agencies worldwide. Bill earned a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Madonna University and Master of Science degree from the Police Executive Leadership Program at Johns Hopkins University. He was a police officer for seven years before serving as a United States Secret Service Agent for 22 years. While in the Secret Service, Bill gained extensive expertise in investigations, polygraph, protection, event planning, use of force and non-lethal weapons. Bill later went into private industry where he was the Director of Security for a major automotive corporation where he led a team of security personnel in the areas of vulnerability and threat assessments, executive protection, investigations, physical security as well as personal security for a company of ex-pats and their families across the globe. Bill was also the Head of Security for a major automotive supplier in Detroit and led all security programs for over 30 facilities across four continents including vulnerability and threat assessments, travel security, investigations, executive protection, and kidnapping and ransom programs. He is currently a licensed professional investigator in the state of Michigan and a commissioner for the Detroit Crime Commission. Throughout his education and career, Bill experienced a number of assignments that established his expertise in investigations, security, training and protection, which helped him to start his own private security firm. Bill has partnered with some of the leading experts and associations in security to ensure the clients of WJ Cousins & Associates are receiving the best consulting services out there. With over 30 years of progressive leadership experience in government, private industry and law enforcement securities, WJ Cousins & Associates has a lifelong commitment to providing expert advice and the highest standard of services in the fields of security, investigation, protection and litigation consulting on a global scale. |
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Apr. 22, 2020 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The Birmingham Rotary Endowment Board will be meeting on Wednesday, 4/22/2020 at 1:30 pm to review and approve the grant requests received. All members of the Birmingham Rotary club are also members of the Birmingham Rotary Club Endowment Fund and are therefore invited to attend this grant review meeting. Voting on the grants may only be done by the BRCEF Board of Directors. Please contact Bryan Frank if you have any questions regarding this meeting.Club Members only may attend the meeting. Please check your email or contact Bryan Frank for the Zoom Meeting Info. |
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Apr. 23, 2020 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
You are invited! Bring your favorite beverage to this zoom link: Virtual Happy Hour - Birmingham Rotary
Time: Apr 23, 2020 05:30 PM
Join Zoom Meeting - Click link below to join by phone, tablet, or laptop:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ Meeting ID: 811 9704 5453
Dial by your location (Call in / Audio only)
+1 301 715 8592 US Meeting ID: 811 9704 5453 If you need technical assistance or have questions, please contact Regan Gilshrie at 248-224-7879.
Can't wait to SEE everyone!
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Switalski Law & Consulting PLLC
Apr. 27, 2020 12:00 p.m.
(Former Judge) Jodi was appointed by the Governor of the State of Michigan to the bench after serving as a Metro-Detroit felony prosecutor with a perfect trail record. She now practices law focusing on, among other things, medical malpractice and business liabilities pertaining to substance use and abuse. |
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Apr. 27, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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ScoutOn!
May 04, 2020
Victor A. Pooler, CEO- Great Lakes BSA, Detroit
Vic has worked for the Boy Scouts for over 31 years with roles in Springfield, Ohio, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Cincinnati and Findlay Ohio and since December 2013 in his current position in Detroit. His other brief jobs included a position as Major Gifts Officer of Norton Health Care in Louisville, Kentucky and a professional headhunter.
Vic is an Eagle Scout, a Rotarian for over 20 years, a past-President of the Rotary Club of Ann Arbor North, was honored by Rotary with the Cliff Dochterman award in 2011, holds multiple Paul Harris fellows and has been actively involved in numerous club service roles and projects. He is a graduate of Ohio University with a Bachelor's Degree in Zoology (Pre-Med) and minors in Psychology and English.
During his personal time, he enjoys golf, bicycling, weight lifting, classic cars (he has owned over 20 Mustangs) gardening and home restoration.
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May 04, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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When You Put Service Over Sensationalism Good Things Happen.
May 11, 2020
Kevin Dietz is one of the country’s great storytellers. His charismatic personality and unique ability to connect with people allows him to share emotional and authentic stories that inspire change. Kevin served as the lead investigative reporter for WDIV TV in Detroit Michigan for more than two decades. Kevin is among the most honored in the State’s history with 17 Michigan Emmys, more than a dozen Michigan Association of Broadcaster’s awards, two Regional Edward R. Murrow awards, two Wade McCree Jr. Statewide Justice awards, and is the first ever recipient of the Roger Weber Award for Integrity in Journalism. Through Kevin’s extensive local network, he is known for uncovering important stories, conveying them in a manner that is relatable, and inspiring real change. Kevin’s storytelling uncovered failures in the Macomb county jail system that led to an unusually high number of deaths behind bars. The county made changes following the story and is pursuing a new facility that would be safer for workers and inmates. In Inkster Kevin’s storytelling discovered a severe case of police brutality that led to an innocent motorist being exonerated and the police officer being incarcerated. Kevin’s continuing coverage on the rise and fall of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick led to national recognition of corruption that can exist at the local governmental level. His stories on Richard Wershe Jr.’s extremely long incarceration led to a parole in Michigan as well as a major Hollywood motion picture. He understands the method and cadence of storytelling needed to build momentum, convey relevance, and grab the attention of the community at large. This passion comes from the fact that Kevin is a life-long Detroiter. He was born in Detroit, grew up in Bloomfield Hills, attended high school at Birmingham Brother Rice and graduated from Western Michigan University. He has had a 26+ year career as an investigative reporter in Detroit. Today Kevin runs his own company helping organizations navigate the media, tell compassionate stories, and make the necessary connections that can truly make a difference. Use the following Zoom meeting information to attend: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/181471768
Meeting ID: 181 471 768
Dial in only: (929) 205-6099
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