Dec. 24, 2023 ~ Bill Wild is the president and CEO of the Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) and the MIR Foundation. MIRA is a trade association that represents thousands of independent retailers in midwest states, including Michigan and Ohio. Bill is wrapping up his first year as the new president after leaving his position as Mayor of Westland. The MIR Foundation is also raising funds to continue its annual college scholarship program and Turkey Drive. In 2023, they gave out 35 scholarships, 3,500 turkeys, and other food items to help local families in need.