April 12th, 2024

Pancakes & Politics Forum II: ‘People, Projects, and Community’

Friday morning, an eclectic mix of Detroit’s business leaders converged to indulge in pancakes and great conversation in the heart of downtown, filling the 16th floor of Campus Martius One with a palpable sense of anticipation and unity. They were drawn together for the second installment of the Michigan Chronicle’s 19th annual Pancakes & Politics … Continued

March 22nd, 2024

Watch a Replay of 2024 Pancakes & Politics Forum 1 with Dan Gilbert and Dennis Archer Jr.

Thursday morning, around 400 attendees from various sectors gathered at Campus Martius One for the 19th edition of the Michigan Chronicle’s Pancakes & Politics Speakers’ Forum, a key event for addressing critical issues in Detroit and its Black community. The forum, known for sparking significant discussions on Detroit’s socio-economic challenges, featured billionaire Dan Gilbert, who … Continued

March 21st, 2024

‘Keep Our Kids at Home’: Pancakes & Politics Recap a Conversation with Billionaire Businessman Dan Gilbert

Thursday morning, a diverse crowd of approximately 400 individuals representing various businesses throughout Detroit gathered for the 19th Michigan Chronicle’s Pancakes & Politics Speakers’ Forum series on the 16th floor of Campus Martius One. The audience, a melting pot of Southeast Michigan’s vibrant community, was there to engage in a dialogue that has, over the … Continued

February 26th, 2024

Dan Gilbert Set to Open Michigan Chronicle’s 2024 Pancakes & Politics Series at New Downtown Venue

One of the Michigan Chronicle’s flagship annual programs, the highly anticipated Pancakes & Politics, series is back for its 2024 season, promising a fresh lineup of engaging discussions and dynamic speakers. Kicking off the 19th season of Pancakes & Politics, Rocket Companies Founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert will headline the first of four monthly in-person … Continued

June 23rd, 2023

Watch: Pancakes & Politics Season Finale – Race, Culture, and Religion

June 16th, 2023

Pancakes & Politics Unites Michigan Leaders in a Transformational Dialogue on Race, Culture, and Religion

The final forum of Michigan Chronicle’s Pancakes & Politics 2023 series left a lasting impression on the attendees, as it delivered a thought-provoking message that delved deep into the realms of race, culture, and religion. With a packed house, 10 distinguished Michigan leaders took the stage, sharing their personal experiences and reflections from a recent … Continued

March 24th, 2023

Watch Now: Pancakes & Politics 2023 Kickoff – Forum l