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TCF Center recognized as a leader in green building and for its commitment to creating a healthy, sustainable future    

June 22, 2020 | Meeting Planners
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July 19, 2018 | Attendees

Cobo Center would like to especially thank the event attendees, whose spirits were high and energy was peaked.

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June 13, 2017 | Press Releases

Cobo stays ahead of the curve with a network upgrade to support 10Gb broadband offering

Apr 12, 2017 | Press Releases

Cobo Center’s #CoboCares program includes FREE ZUMBA® sessions in the atrium April 12 

Jan 30, 2017 | Press Releases

DRCFA Nearly Seven Years Ahead of Financial Schedule as a Result of $279 Million Renovation, Increased Bookings

Dec 5, 2016 | Press Releases

Cobo stays ahead of the curve with a complete WiFi upgrade

Aug 23, 2016 | Press Releases
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May 18, 2016 | Press Releases

Sustainable Brands 2017 Detroit is coming to Cobo, bringing business and brand leaders with a focus of innovation for sustainability

May 9, 2016 | Press Releases
Apr 20, 2016 | Press Releases

Winners will head to London for First-Ever Shell Eco-marathon World Championship 

Mar 14, 2016 | Press Releases

Claude Molinari announced as new general manager of Cobo Center

Feb 25, 2016 | Press Releases

Nearly 15 Tons of kitchen compost is collected and diverted from the waste stream during the 2016 North American International Auto Show

Feb 15, 2016 | Press Releases

Cobo Center is poised to top business in 2015 as massive transformation draws to a close

Nov 11, 2015 | Press Releases

Aluminum USA Premiers in Cobo Center, Detroit November 11-12, 2015 and will return in 2017 as a biennial trade show

Nov 3, 2015 | Press Releases

On the heels of obtaining the GMIC APEX/ASTM Standard, Cobo Center is awarded the Keep Michigan Beautiful President’s Plaque for sustainability

July 9, 2015 | Press Releases

Cobo Center is the 9th US facility to attain certification to the APEX/ASTM Standard

Apr 23, 2015 | Press Releases

Winners will debut videos on Cobo Center’s new 3,000 sq./ft. video board

Nov 12, 2014 | Press Releases

The City Writes a New Chapter in its Comeback Story

Oct 31, 2014 | Press Releases

More events, higher parking receipts help DRCFA beat its goal by $1.3 million

Oct 9, 2014 | Press Releases

SAE International signs five-year contract to hold the SAE World Congress in Cobo Center

Oct 6, 2014 | Press Releases

With 30 years in the Detroit community, EcoWorks awards Cobo Center for leading all facility customers and visitors in sustainability

Sep 19, 2014 | Press Releases

Parking, pick up/drop off and building access changes temporarily during the final phase of Cobo’s $279 million renovation

Sep 15, 2014 | Press Releases

New event revenue means Cobo will finish fiscal year significantly ahead of budget and ahead of schedule for deficit reduction targets through 2015

Apr 17, 2014 | Press Releases

DRCFA announces the selection of Conti/Hi Tech as the new exclusive event electrical services provider at Cobo Center

Jan 9, 2014 | Press Releases

"Detroit Made Kitchen" debuts for North American International Auto Show

Dec 5, 2013 | Press Releases

Higher parking revenue, lower expenses are key to avoiding red ink

Oct 14, 2013 | Press Releases

SMG signs contract with TVS Communication Solutions, a local video communications agency, to develop a full production studio

Sep 26, 2013 | Press Releases

DRCFA board approves and authorized a three-year extension (September 30, 2013 through September 30, 2016) in light of SMG excellent performance

Sep 18, 2013 | Press Releases

New business expected to result in 20 percent more operating cash

Sep 9, 2013 | Press Releases

Cobo Center’s new 40,000 square-foot ballroom with hydraulic stage lift, and movable room partitions is open for business

Aug 16, 2013 | Press Releases

Several September events will showcase Cobo Center’s new 40,000 square-foot ballroom with new state-of-the-art kitchen and tasting room

Aug 14, 2013 | Press Releases

Operating profit 5 percent higher than same period of 2012

July 23, 2013 | Press Releases

Net income through 8 months exceeds budget by $1.1 million

June 21, 2013 | Press Releases

new labor agreement streamlines services and makes costs more predictable

May 20, 2013 | Press Releases

Jennifer Berkemeier from Cobo Center receives Best Supplier Hall of Fame award from Michigan Meetings and Events magazine

Apr 12, 2013 | Press Releases

Beats budget by 79 percent

Feb 12, 2013 | Press Releases

Several new and annual public shows fill the halls of Cobo Center as soon as the 2013 NAIAS moves out

Jan 31, 2013 | Press Releases

The riverfront atrium that is part of the $299 million ongoing renovation at Cobo Center gives the 2013 NAIAS a fresh look and glimpse of the future

Jan 10, 2013 | Press Releases

Guests at Cobo Center have new fresh and natural choices

Dec 13, 2012 | Press Releases

The opening of the new Cobo Center Washington Blvd. Garage December 15, expands Cobo Center parking capacity to 2000

Dec 10, 2012 | Press Releases

Thom Connors announces hiring of Scott Balutowicz as new director of human resources, and promotion of Cedric Turnbore to senior operations manager.

Nov 29, 2012 | Press Releases

Cobo Center finished its 2012 fiscal year with a $2,4 million positive variance

Oct 15, 2012 | Press Releases

installation of the uppermost, 12.5 ton beam in the new riverfront atrium frame of the Cobo renovation.

May 15, 2012 | Press Releases

Recent positive publicity brings attention to Cobo Center and expedites resurgence

Apr 9, 2012 | Press Releases

Cobo Arena completely gutted and being prepped for new meeting and ballroom space.

Mar 30, 2012 | Press Releases

Store's debut during Auto Show and Autorama is a hit with visitors

Feb 10, 2012 | Press Releases

Center "run like a business"; SMG management key to turnaround

Jan 11, 2012 | Press Releases

Cobo Center is expanding food and beverage offerings aimed at family friendly activities and healthy alternative selections

Jan 5, 2012 | Press Releases

NAIAS and the DRCFA signed an unprecedented five-year contract

Jan 4, 2012 | Press Releases

Cobo Center is now the largest Green Venue Michigan facility in the state

Dec 15, 2011 | Press Releases

The new Cobo Center construction mascot, COBOTRON, makes his debut

Nov 9, 2011 | Press Releases

$279 million renovation of Cobo Center is now secure

Nov 9, 2011 | Press Releases

Freeman was awarded preferred in-house, audio visual vendor status at Cobo Center, Detroit.

Oct 14, 2011 | Press Releases

lovio george | communications + design has been selected to provide a brand identity and collateral design for the new Cobo Center.

Apr 22, 2011 | Press Releases

Swinging steel signals start of brick and mortar expansion of Cobo footprint. Historic Cobo Arena conversion next on punch list.

Apr 19, 2011 | Press Releases

LaTonya McElroy and Loree Kelly have joined the finance team as accountants at Cobo Center

Mar 31, 2011 | Press Releases

Thomas Albrecht has joined the Cobo Center staff as the new director of sales.

Mar 2, 2011 | Press Releases

The DRCFA today unveiled a three-year, $221 million plan for the reinvention of Cobo Conference & Exhibition Center

Feb 23, 2011 | Press Releases

Since 1961, Cobo Center has been hosting its longest running public show in the facility, Autorama

Jan 18, 2011 | Press Releases

Sharon Schuster has joined the Cobo Center staff as the new controller and director of finance.

Jan 7, 2011 | Press Releases

Cobo Center is launching its music themed concession outlet, Eatsville USA located on the concourse.

Jan 6, 2011 | Press Releases

Claude Molinari has joined the Cobo Center staff as its new assistant general manager

Dec 13, 2010 | Press Releases

Mary Klida has joined the Cobo Center staff as its new Marketing and Communications Manager.

Nov 15, 2010 | Press Releases

Thom Connors has been named General Manager of Cobo Conference and Exhibition Center