DEARBORN — Dearborn Mayor John O’Reilly Jr. and Dearborn Heights Mayor Dan Paletko will present “A Tale of Two Cities” at the Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce Business Builder Event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at Dearborn Hills Golf Course, 1300 S. Telegraph.
Lunch and networking is also included.
Tickets are available for $30 for members and $35 for non-members. Corporate tables can also be reserved for $400. Go to www.dearbornareachamber.org to purchase tickets or reserve tables.
The two mayors will each give a brief opening statement and then participate in a question-and-answer session.
The first event in the DACC’s 2014 speaker series will allow both mayors — each of whom have served in public office for more than 25 years — to address community representatives and leaders of both small and large businesses. They will present city success stories from 2013 and offer their vision for continuing progress in 2014.
“We look forward to hearing both mayors discuss how these two cities are compensating for the economy and affecting their business community,” DACC President Jackie Lovejoy said. “With these civic powerhouses at the helm, we are hopeful about the future.”
The DACC offers its speaker series as an opportunity for members to engage with newsmakers and key opinion leaders who a make significant impact on the business community. Previous speakers included Ford Motor Co’s. Alan Mulally and University of Michigan Athletic Director David Brandon.
The Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce provides more than 500 members with the opportunities and resources to engage and network with other businesses, enhancing financial growth, professional development, and the ability to contribute to a thriving community environment.