Join us for Â鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit’s Annual Leadership Luncheon. This premier networking event brings together more than 300 leaders across business, education, and philanthropy to explore how we can collectively drive meaningful change in our city.
The program will feature a thought-provoking fireside chat with Dr. Bettina Love on her latest book “Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children, and How We Heal.â€
Proceeds from the event will support Â鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit’s mission and help us continue providing the academic and social-emotional support our students need to thrive.
Mark your calendar, we can’t wait to see you there!
More About Our Keynote Speaker: Dr. Bettina L. Love
Dr. Bettina L. Love holds the esteemed William F. Russell Professorship at Teachers College, Columbia University, and is the acclaimed author of the New York Times bestseller Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Heal. This groundbreaking work garnered the prestigious Stowe Prize for Literary Activism and was a finalist for the LA Times Book Award. Recognized by the Kennedy Center in 2022 as one of the Next 50 Leaders dedicated to fostering inspiration, inclusivity, and compassion, Dr. Love’s impact extends far beyond academia.
Westin, Book Cadillac 
Thursday, November 20, 2025
11:00 am – 2:00 pm EST
