“The Pursuit” will be a bi-weekly feature on Goodness Determined, written by my brother, Hayes Grooms IV. He’s extremely intelligent and talented, so make sure to check back often for more. You can also follow Hayes on Twitter – @H_Grooms

Seems like a chaotic clash, but if you listen closely; it’s more a connecting calm.

We see it in the morning traffic, along the nation’s highways and underground train stations, across airport terminals, down grocery aisles, and even within our social media feeds; everyone is on the move, darting and hustling toward the go. Everyday 6,840,507,000 hearts move forward in their own unique beat. And if you listen closely most will charge ahead, looking to get anywhere…but here.

David Brandon & David Merritt – Ann Arbor, MI
Every day. Someone. Smiles. Somewhere.

Mohandas Gandhi – Political & Ideological Leader of India
This is where you’ll find wisdom. Click “Read More.”

Kirk Welsh – Ann Arbor, MI
Every day. Someone. Smiles. Somewhere.

Tess Theisen – Adrian, MI
Every day. Someone. Smiles. Somewhere.

Michael Han – Detroit, MI
Every day. Someone. Smiles. Somewhere.

Professor Michael Gordon – Ann Arbor, MI
Every day. Someone. Smiles. Somewhere.

I had the pleasure of attending an awesome event, Detroit SHIFT, held at Michigan’s Ross School of Business last week. The Revitalization & Business organization, comprised of Ross School of Business MBAs, hosted this two-day capstone conference featuring prominent industry and city leaders and entrepreneurial change agents. The conference examined how business issues contribute to Detroit’s progress and transformation through vibrant speakers, in-depth panel discussions, and an interactive, fast-faced IdeaLab co-hosted by Model D Media.

I left Detroit SHIFT extremely encouraged by the numerous initiatives sprouting up through the eyes and hands of young people throughout Detroit. I was so excited that I wanted to to share a recap with you, including the major points made by these change agents during their company presentations.

“The next big thing from Detroit is a million little things.”

“REVIVAL” Webisode Series Video Player

IMU was a brand, a brand with a plan.
To bring the inside out, of both woman and man.
But it’s a new season, a new era in time.
A new reason for excitement, a new reason for rhyme.
We’ve been dark for awhile, not quite fade to black.
In just a few weeks we’re gonna be back.
The team’s been real busy, working hard in the shop.
These products we’re dropping, they’re gonna be hot.
We’re oh so excited, for the changes in store.
What you saw was the beginning, you’ll soon see much more.
Some things will be different, new logo new name.
Some things still consistent, same passion same flame.
So fasten your seatbelt, prepare for the ride.
Let’s enable some goodness and make evil divide.
- Ghostwriter

Watch “Revival,” a 3-part webisode series that will answer the question, “What happened to IMU?!” Seen on GoodnessDetermined.com:
Part 1 – Monday, February 13th @ 9pm
Part 2 – Thursday, February 16th @ 9pm
Part 3 – Monday, February 20th @ 9pm

“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” –Edmund Burke

Jabin Gonzales – Pontiac, MI
Every day. Someone. Smiles. Somewhere.