Oakland University wins second place in 2025 Marine Energy Collegiate Competition
From left: Saber Khanmohammadi, Ryan Younes, Lance Markowitz, Temitope Ayanlade (pictured on screen), Foster Caragay, Ava Kobus, and Gerard Griest. Oakland University recently took second place in the Marine Energy Collegiate Competition, an annual event sponsored by the Department of Energy, which challenges students to design, develop and present innovations that harness the power of water. OU’s team developed a filtration system that uses the ocean's thermal gradient to desalinate seawater. Thermal
Oakland University Board of Trustees appoints new chair and vice chair
At its August 7 formal meeting, the Oakland University Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Brian Calley, of Portland, Michigan, as its new chair. He replaces Joe Jones, who had served as chair since June 2024. In an email to the campus community, Jones announced his decision to step down as chair due to additional work responsibilities, but noted he would continue to serve as an actively engaged member of the Board. “Joe Jones has led Oakland University’s Board of Trustees with honor and
Art & Apples Festival® continues to draw juried artists from far and near as event enters its 59th year
Rochester, Mich.---At Paint Creek Center for the Arts’ (PCCA) annual Art & Apples Festival®, the nonprofit community arts organization’s signature event that takes place September 5–7 at the sprawling Rochester Municipal Park, it’s not only the 60,000 guests who enjoy the festival. The juried artists at the heart of the event – there are approximately 250 of them - cite a variety of reasons for their new or continuing participation. Luis Gutierrez, a 2023 Best in Show awardee, will again make the 12-hour
Oakland University pioneers the future of industry with new master’s program in smart manufacturing
Scheduled to launch in the fall of 2025, the Master of Science in Smart Manufacturing is Oakland University’s new program designed to address the quickly evolving needs of the manufacturing industry. As digitalization and automation become central to production systems, this new degree aims to prepare engineers for a future defined by smart technologies and data-driven decision-making. “Launch of this program is a direct response to both industry demands and government initiatives. Nationally, smart
Book launch party to celebrate OU professor’s ‘essential how-to guide’ to finding success in the design industry
Cranbrook Art Museum is hosting an event to celebrate the release of Oakland University Art, Art History and Design Professor Meaghan Barry’s new book “Designing for Local Communities: A guide to freelancing and empowering groups in your neighborhood.” Presented in partnership with AIGA Detroit and Design Core Detroit, the book launch party will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7, at Cranbrook Art Museum in Bloomfield Hills. The event is free and open to the public. For more information,
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Transform Your Business with “The HR and Payroll Playbook” by Amber Maiani
Amber Maiani’s new book details 10 common challenges that hold businesses back and how to overcome them. At Eventure HR, we’re excited to introduce a resource that promises to transform how businesses manage HR and payroll. Amber Maiani, our dynamic Founder, President, and CEO, has just released her newest book, The HR and Payroll Playbook: 10 Common Challenges That Hold Businesses Back and How to Overcome Them. Whether you’re a small startup, mid-sized company, or an established enterprise, you know that
Escape Announces New Name and Brand Identity to Reflect Full Entertainment Experience
[TROY, MI] — June 30, 2025 – Escape is proud to unveil its new name and refreshed brand identity: Escape Entertainment Center. The updated name and tagline — Bowling. Laser Tag. Arcade. — better represent the full scope of experiences Escape provides to families, friends and groups across Metro Detroit. “As our business has evolved, so has what we offer,” said Jeff Forman, Managing Partner at Escape Entertainment Center. “We’re so much more than a bowling alley. We’re a place where people come to
How Small Businesses Can Rebuild Personal Touch in a Digital Age
In a world steered by convenience, where swipes replace signatures and screen time overshadows face time, small businesses face a new kind of challenge. While technology has allowed them to reach farther, respond faster, and run leaner, it has also created distance—between shopkeepers and customers, between brands and loyalty. The texture of human interaction has worn thin in the age of two-day shipping and chatbot customer service. But despite the digital drift, there's still a hunger for something real,
Inbound 281 Launches Studio 281: A New Video Production Studio
Helping Businesses Tell Their Stories Through Video. Inbound 281, a next-generation digital marketing agency, is proud to announce the official launch of Studio 281, a fully-equipped video production studio designed to help businesses create high-quality video and audio content without the usual cost, hassle, or technical barriers. To celebrate the launch, Inbound 281 is hosting an Open House event on June 10th, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at their Troy headquarters. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting
FinCEN’s BOI Reporting Deadline for Auburn Hills, MI Businesses: File by 01/01/2025 or Face Fines
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) mandates certain businesses to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN to enhance financial transparency and prevent illegal activities such as money laundering and tax evasion. As of today, 11-26-2024, Auburn Hills business owners have 36 calendar days (or 27 business days) remaining to file their BOI reports with FinCEN—act quickly to avoid fines of $500 per day! Action Items to Ensure Compliance1. Confirm If Your Business Must File Deadline:
Revamp Your Business: Transform Sole Proprietorship to LLC
In the realm of entrepreneurship, taking bold and strategic steps can be the key to elevating your business from mere survival to thriving success. Picture this: transforming your sole proprietorship into a Limited Liability Company (LLC). This isn’t just an administrative change; it’s a powerful metamorphosis that could redefine your business’s trajectory, offering a shield for your personal assets and opening up a world of financial advantages and enhanced credibility. Dive into this guide and discover
HIROTEC AMERICA Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Auburn Hills, MI., April 22nd, 2024 – HIROTEC AMERICA, a member of the HIROTEC Group, a global tier one automotive supplier, announced the appointment of two new board members. Phil Zanolli has been appointed to the position of Chief Operations Officer and Sharon Beetham has been appointed to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Phil joined HIROTEC AMERICA as a Project Manager in 2000 with over a decade of technical experience. His well-rounded background and strong leadership capabilities saw him
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Essential Steps for Starting Your Home-Based Accounting Venture
Embarking on the journey of setting up a home-based accounting business offers promising rewards, including flexible working conditions and reduced overhead costs. However, it's not without its challenges. This guide provides a helpful roadmap to help both seasoned accountants seeking independence and newcomers to the accounting industry successfully launch their home-based business.Get Started with Vital Adobe Acrobat Tools Using Adobe Acrobat PDFs and editing tools can be a game-changer. With its
