Category Archives: Detroit
Blues CEO Daniel J. Loepp tells Wayne State communications students ‘You can do it’ (with Storify)
The Wayne State University chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America honored Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan CEO Daniel J. Loepp Wednesday with the Alumni Achievement Award at an alumni and student recognition luncheon in Detroit. Loepp, … Continue reading
With Ilitch’s new stadium district proposal, Detroit redevelopment comes full circle
Mike Ilitch’s proposal for a $650 million mixed-use commercial district, including a new multi-purpose arena for the Detroit Red Wings, should put it in bold for the world to see: We’re witnessing the unfolding of a remarkable and exciting era … Continue reading
Dan Gilbert’s planned new retail, parking complex another step toward critical mass in Detroit
The news that Quicken Loans founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert plans to construct 33,000 square feet of new retail space in downtown Detroit is great news and further evidence of the solid momentum under way in the city. The new … Continue reading
In Detroit, October is the time to ‘Believe’
For the first time since the 1934 and 1935 seasons, the Detroit Tigers have clinched consecutive appearances in Major League Baseball’s playoffs. This marks the 14th time the Tigers have participated in baseball’s playoffs, and we all hope this year’s team … Continue reading
One year in, Live Downtown program helping transform Detroit
A year ago today, I joined with the leaders of four other companies to announce Live Downtown, a program to help strengthen Detroit by offering financial incentives to employees to live in the central city. The five original Live Downtown … Continue reading
Relocating employees downtown reflects huge momentum swing for Detroit, RenCen (with slideshow)
The completion this week of our BLUnite project, which unifies 6,400 employees in our expanded downtown Detroit campus, was about many things: It puts an exclamation point on Blue Cross’ commitment to this city for the long term, and we … Continue reading
How has social media changed the conversation about Detroit?
When people talked about Michigan, the conversation use to be about the lifestyle advantages the state possesses. From thousands of miles of shoreline to enjoy in the summer to an abundance of places to downhill ski within a few hours … Continue reading
Blues CEO Daniel J. Loepp on Detroit: ‘Best I’ve seen in probably 30 years’
Blues President and CEO Daniel J. Loepp is attending the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference this week on Mackinac Island, where he stopped in for an interview with MiVote.org and journalist Christy McDonald. In the video interview, Loepp discusses … Continue reading
Downtown Detroit Businesses Partner in Project Lighthouse to Help Ensure Safety to All Who Visit the City
Banners indicate Project Lighthouse locations that are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week As more of our employees begin working in downtown Detroit, the changes to the city’s skyline are readily apparent. The company logo at the … Continue reading
Jefferson Building Improvements Strengthen BCBSM’s Link With History (With Photo Slideshow)
The March 1954 edition of the Blues’ employee newsletter devoted three pages to the company’s new Jefferson Building offices in Detroit, where some 700 employees were about to move into spacious, amenity-filled modern offices. “As the time draws near for … Continue reading
