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IAYD.tv Webisode #3 » Hajj Flemings, 38, Personal Branding Strategist & Founder of Brand Camp U

"Detroit was the Silicon Valley of its day with the automotive industry and Motown. One of my goals is to help the City of Detroit return to prominence in the interactive space".

Featured Profile » Stacyé Jones, 24, Founder of Sounds of Soul Radio & Liquid Flow Radio

"I just want people all over the world to hear and know the talent Detroit has!"

IAYD.tv Webisode #2 » Roland “Ro Spit” Coit, 31, Hip Hop Artist & Co-Owner of Burn Rubber Sneaker Boutique

"The people of Detroit...are real, there's no sugar coating or fakery, they give it to you straight up, no chaser."

Featured Profile » Philip Lauri, 27, Creator of DETROIT LIVES!

"Detroit is America's most exciting city, how could I not stay? ...Anyone with a lick of adventurous spirit in their stride should be foaming at the mouth right now."

Invest in Detroit, One Inch At A Time

In virtual Loveland, USA you can invest in Detroit for one dollar per square inch. "The idea is to build a bridge in Detroit. It’s a virtual bridge, kind of a metaphorical bridge". - Jerry Paffendor

Featured Profile » Noah Stephens, 31, Photographer & Creator of The People of Detroit Project

"National media coverage tends to focus solely on the crumbling physical and emotional infrastructure of the city. That's fine. That is a part of the city. I'm just doing my part to expose the other part."

How We Live » 71 Garfield makes “green” look good

Newly renovated and certified “green” building 71 Garfield will soon house 30 spaces for artists to live, work, and play. See how they'll do it...

IAYD.tv Webisode #1 » Ken Bloink, 28, Co-Founder of PostEgram

"I wish people appreciated how many great entrepreneurs this city has produced...My plan is to be part of a Detroit come back".

D+Style » What to Wear: Bravo Bravo!

We've got some great ideas to make sure you'll be showing up in all the best dressed lists with your stylish look.

A brighter future starts here

IAYD has had the opportunity to meet several young people who spearhead initiatives that take tremendous leaps towards making Detroit a better place for our youth. Today, we're spotlighting two of those initiatives.

Featured Profile » Twins Diana & Julie Verdugo, 26, Founders of Gemela Design

"Our favorite thing about Detroit is the strong opportunity that it holds and we are convinced that we could not have found anywhere else."

Featured Profile » Asia Willis, 26, Fashion Journalist & Publisher of The NYLA Report

"Detroit gets a bad wrap for EVERYTHING and fashion is no different. I know we have talented people here, but I want people outside the city to feel the same way".

Featured Profile » Brandon Jessup, 28, Founder of Michigan Forward

"If it wasn't for Detroit, I wouldn't have such a strong understanding of community, what it means to be Black and what democracy means to the middle class. If there wasn't a Detroit, I wouldn't be who I am today."

How We Live » Sean Gray’s Mid-Century Mood

Meet Sean Gray. Young Detroiter. Business Consultant. Mid-Century Modern Enthusiast. Meet Sean Gray's Pad...

Featured Profile » Adam Marshall, 29, Founder of La Famiglia Magazine

"The cultural history that has led us to this point in time and the people and movements that are sculpting our futures make this place something like no other place in the world".

IAYD.tv Webisode #3 » Hajj Flemings, 38, Personal Branding Strategist & Founder of Brand Camp U

September 1st, 2010

In I Am Young Detroit’s third IAYD.tv Webisode we chat with 38-year-old Hajj Flemings, Personal Branding Strategist & Founder of Brand Camp University as he drops some knowledge on why personal branding is important for young Detroiters.

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Three Must-Attend Conferences Coming to Detroit

August 11th, 2010

With all of the noteworthy conferences coming to the D, figuring out who’s who and what’s what has become quite the challenge. Not to mention we haven’t posted any cool lists in a while. Here’s our solution to both: “Three Must-Attend Conferences Coming to Detroit”.

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Something Newsworthy » Real Detroit Weekly picks their favorite Detroit blogs

August 11th, 2010

Real Detroit Weekly has chosen their favorite Detroit blogs. Amongst them are yours truly and our very own IAYD.tv host and sometimes photographer Mike Han, creator of Street Culture Mash!

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Something Viral » MTV’s first ever Twitter Jockey is Detroit’s own Gabi Gregg!

August 9th, 2010

MTV and ZYNC from American Express(SM) recently joined forces to provide an unparalleled opportunity for one social media enthusiast to move to New York City and work for MTV in their “Follow Me: The Search for the First MTV TJ” competition. The winner, announced on last night’s finale is one of Detroit’s own!

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Link’d » “The Punisher” Can’t Stay Away from the D

July 17th, 2010

Each weekend we bring you the goods from our favorite local news blogs and websites.

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Something Viral » Pure Michigan Spoofs: Funny or Offensive?

July 13th, 2010

What’s hot on our radar this week? A series of YouTube videos spoofing the Pure Michigan commercials displaying beloved Michigan towns in a less than positive light.

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Something Viral » I Love Detroit Video Contestant Brandi Kay’s Winning Video

June 30th, 2010

After reviewing over 50 video submissions, a panel comprised of local bloggers and personalities named Brandi Kay the Garden Court Condos “I Love Detroit” Contest winner last night!

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Invest in Detroit, One Inch At A Time

June 28th, 2010

Despite the general consensus, Detroit’s economy isn’t all bad…at least virtually speaking. Thanks to a few innovative imagineers, there now exists a place where you can buy or “inchvest” in micro real estate for one dollar per square inch.

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Something Viral » Detroit Catches The YouTube Bug

June 14th, 2010

Who says Detroit is living in the past? Not us! We’re steadily joining the rest of the world in the online video-making craze.

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Link’D » Detroit’s History, Developments, & Events Draw People In

June 12th, 2010

Link’D: Each weekend we bring you the goods from our favorite local news blogs and websites.

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Something Newsworthy » 140 Characters Conference is coming to Detroit

June 11th, 2010

Detroit is quickly becoming a hub for new media & technology start-ups, gatherings, and movements. This October, the 140 Characters Conference will be added to the growing list of technology & social media-driven events trying Detroit on for size.