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EdCamp is a free, participant-driven, un-conference that empowers educators to maximize their professional learning experiences and build peer networks. Each session will be created by teachers, who will be asked to decide what topics they think are important to be discussed in productive conversations.

To register, visit http://www.dptv.org/edu.

Emcees: Dennis Archer Jr., President, Archer Corporate Services; CEO, Ignition Media Group
Tammy Carnrike, COO, Detroit Regional Chamber

More than 20 opinionated and disruptive thought leaders with opposing viewpoints will emphatically close the Conference with good-natured banter about Michigan’s hot-button issues. Segments will not occur in the order displayed below. Check back later for additional speaker confirmations.

Topics:

Does Business Have a Political Party?
Host: Lindsay VanHulle, Capitol Correspondent, Bridge Magazine
Panelists: Dennis Cowan, Partner, Plunkett Cooney
Ron Hall, President and CEO, Bridgewater Interiors LLC

Predicting the Gubernatorial Election
Host: Rick Pluta, Managing Editor and State Capitol Bureau Chief, Michigan Public Radio
Panelists: Bill Nowling, Managing Director and Partner, Lambert, Edwards & Associates
Shaun Wilson, Senior Vice President, Truscott Rossman

Forecasting Congressional Races
Host: Rick Albin, Political Reporter, WOOD TV
Panelists: Zoe Clark, Program Director; Co-Host, “It’s Just Politics”
Howard Edelson, President, The Edelson Group

The Urban-Rural Divide
Host: Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor, The Detroit News
Panelists: Nicole Wells Stallworth, Assistant Vice President, Government and Community Relations, Oakland University
Jason Allen, State Director, Michigan, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

What Issues are on the Ballot?
Host: Stephen Henderson, Host, Detroit Public Television and WDET 101.9
Panelists: John Pirich, Partner, Honigman Miller Schwartz & Cohn LLP
Shelli Weisberg, Political Director, American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan

Regional Transit
Host: Craig Fahle, Host, “The Craig Fahle Show,” New Radio Media
Panelists: Khalil Rahal, Assistant Executive, Wayne County
Paul Glantz, Co-founder and Chairman, Emagine Entertainment Inc.

Living in the Trump Era
Host: Sarah Hubbard, Principal, Acuitas
Panelists: Stu Sandler, Co-founder, Grand River Strategies
Bart Stupak, Former U.S. Representative; Partner, Venable LLP

Fix Our Roads
Host: Charlie Langton, Legal Analyst, WWJ Newsradio 950
Panelist: Dennis Muchmore, Government Relations and Regulatory Advisor, Honigman Miller Schwartz & Cohn LLP

In this episode of Detroit Performs, we’re taking a look back at some of the best season 7 had to offer. Episode 713/Segment 4

Stephen Henderson’s conversation with state senate majority leader Arlan Meekhoff, house minority leader Sam Singh, and senator Jim Anna-Nick. Episode 704/Segment 1

A group of educators, business leaders, and foundations are joining together to push a comprehensive plan to address K-12 reforms. It’s called launch Michigan; joining the discussion at the roundtable are Jen Nelson, the VP of public policy and economic development at Business Leaders for Michigan, and Don Woetruba, the executive director of the Michigan Association of School Boards. Episode 706/Segment 2

A profile of the east riverfront; Christy talks to Mark Wallace, the president and CEO of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy about the revitalization of the Riverwalk. Episode 705/Segment 1

Anti-gerrymandering activists rally outside Deloitte's Detroit office asking Michigan Chamber of Commerce Chair, and Deloitte Managing Partner, Mark Davidoff to drop a lawsuit against the reform measure. The MiWeek team talks about the ballot proposal and this latest protest. Episode 709/Segment 2

A new bus tour of black historic sites in Detroit kicks off this month. The tour will stop at places designated by Michigan historical markers, such as the Motown Museum, Hart Plaza’s gateway to freedom monument, and more. Stephen talks to Karen Hudson Samuels, vice chair of the Committee of the Detroit Historical Society. Ep 4628/Seg 3

Small businesses play a significant role in driving Michigan’s economy. Of those businesses, minority and underserved entrepreneurs are amongst the fastest growing sector, yet they continually face barriers to access capital, receive technical assistance, and reach new customers. This session will examine how small businesses and entrepreneurs are driving neighborhood revitalization and wealth in communities of color. It will also highlight JPMorgan Chase’s support for the Entrepreneurs of Color Fund and its impact, and will provide innovative solutions to support minority businesses.

Remarks: Tosha Tabron, Vice President and Program Officer, Global Philanthropy. JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Panelists: Pamela Lewis, Director, New Economy Initiative
Wendy Jackson, Managing Director, Detroit, The Kresge Foundation
Carla Walker-Miller, President and CEO, Walker-Miller Energy Services

Moderator: September Hargrove, Vice President, Global Philanthropy, JPMorgan Chase & Co.

On this show, we’ll enjoy photography, fine art, and folk music from the Metro Detroit area. Guests include photographer Tyler Ezell, artist Ramon Lavarro Jordan, and acoustic singing duo Joe Kidd and Sheila Burke.

What used to be a railway trail is now the Dequindre cut, a pavement suitable for running and biking that starts at Atwater and ends at Eastern Market. Stephen Henderson and Nolan Finley talk to Matt Cullen, chair of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy. Episode 705/Segment 2

It’s all about great conversations this week. Stephen Henderson sits down with the top legislators in the state, Nolan Finley goes in depth with pollster Richard Czuba and checks the numbers in the governor’s race. Plus, an early look at Detroit Public Television’s documentary on Detroit Design. Episode 704

Remember “The Jetsons” or “Back to the Future”? Well, that future is now. People are living to be 100 years old. This session will explore how well Michigan is prepared for technology, autonomous vehicles and telehealth, and the impact on how we live and age.

Panelists: John Dingell, Former U.S. Representative
Nancy McKeague, Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff, Michigan Health & Hospital Association
Melissa Seifert, Associate State Director, Government Affairs, AARP Michigan

Moderator: Paula Cunningham, State Director, AARP Michigan

One of the resources for families and kids along the river is the DNR Outdoor center. Episode 705/Segment 3

Nolan Finley goes in depth with pollster Richard Czuba and checks the numbers in the governor’s race. Episode 704/Segment 2

A 1989 Detroit Black Journal clip featuring Olympic gold medalist, Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Episode 4629/Segment 2

Bring the whole family for a day of fun with your favorite PBS friends! Tuesday, June 19 and Wednesday, June 20 at the Downtown Royal Oak Farmers Market. Tickets: dptv.org/kcl