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Ross Sanders on Growing An Entrepreneurial Ecosystem for Detroit
For decades, when people thought of Michigan, they associated it with automobiles, manufacturing, labor and unions. That association is starting to change with the evolution of an economy that demands...
View ArticleLady Jane’s Haircuts on Expanding Across the State
When it comes to Lady Jane’s Haircuts for Men, their tagline says it all: “Where a Guy can be a Guy AND get an Awesome Haircut.” It’s a pretty simple premise, but it’s also led to a great deal of...
View ArticleWhy I Choose Detroit
There are two camps strongly proclaiming their voices in the current narrative of our city: Detroit is on its way to a comeback. Detroit will never change. These views come up again and again between...
View ArticleStartup Slang (uncensored)
These terms are tossed around by startups like a hot potato at an AA meeting – one feels an instant sting and then quickly tosses it to the next guy. In all of the seriousness of a startup, the whole...
View ArticleAddressing Michigan’s Tech Skills
We know there’s an interest for continuing to grow Michigan’s tech sector, but there’s also an interest to learn the necessary technical skills too. Around Metro Detroit there’s been several groups...
View ArticleDetroit’s Atomic Object Bitcamp and Community Classes
It’s no secret that less and less women are entering technology career paths than men, and that this creates a lack of diversity, creativity, and perspective in the field. Detroit’s Atomic Object is...
View Article3 Benefits of a Startup Family Business
At The Spoiled Girl, we sell a variety of clothing, accessories, purses and more for affordable prices. We have experienced a lot of success over the past few years, but maintaining a positive and...
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4 Questions To Ask In The Face Of Fear
So here I am. Afraid of heights and 1,353 feet above the ground, towering over the Chicago skyline. My knees are weak, my palms are sweaty, and the knot in my stomach is climbing into my throat. I take...
View Article5 Tips for the Mompreneur
Most women will agree that being a mother is the most difficult, yet rewarding, job we will ever have. Being a mother, having a day job and inventing a product? Now that’s just insane, but I’m one...
View ArticleNew Food Incubator Coming to Detroit
Get ready, Food Entrepreneurs! Detroit’s Eastern Market is going to receive a food incubator in the near future. The recent announcement comes as a welcome change and boost for food businesses. While...
View ArticleMobile Food Grant for Food Entrepreneurs
Calling all Food Entrepreneurs, again! Not only is Detroit getting a boost for food businesses, but the state is starting a program for mobile food entrepreneurs. We just highlighted a new one this...
View ArticleErika Carlson on Supporting Detroit Women in Tech
At Female Founder Friday Detroit last week Andrea Livingston of Sizzple pig share with us that 1.5 women compared to men are starting a company, though investors meet 1 woman out of every 19 potential...
View Article5 Tech Companies That Should Start in Detroit
An interesting post on what tech startups could build to help Detroit, on a new Detroit blog. “With a downtown that’s home to a growing roster of tech companies (let’s also not forget the car is the...
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Shop Local Program Set To Take Detroit By Storm
Shop Main Street is a program that combines the interests of credit unions, local businesses, and consumers and puts it smack-dab in the middle of tech-savvy social media services and smart phone apps....
View ArticleCrain’s Honors Local Entrepreneurs
Crain’s does a wonderful job of covering Detroit entrepreneurs and business news. A few days ago they announced their Entrepreneur of the Year Award winners, and the list has a few big companies...
View ArticleFifty Founders Brings Kiip Founder Brian Wong to Detroit
A new event series called Fifty Founders has arrived to Detroit, bringing successful digital entrepreneurs from across the country to speak to local entrepreneurs. The first event will feature Brian...
View ArticleMichigan Startup Weekend Roundup
What’s happening this week in Michigan’s startup world? Lot’s of great numbers tell the story of financial support and successes for startups across the state. Here’s your weekend roundup: 1. Xconomy...
View ArticleYoung Detroit Kidpreneur Gets Free Office Space
We happened to cross paths with a young, inspiring entrepreneur in Detroit. While most of us are still perfecting our pitch this little lady has her energetic and passionate story polished to share...
View ArticleEntre-SLAM Storytelling Event Expands to Detroit
How did you build your business? What made you who you are today? Every entrepreneur has an interesting story full of failures, successes, chance, and all of the hard work in between. Storytelling is...
View ArticleReviving Detroit Through Locally Made Coffee
“All roads lead to Detroit,” says AJ O’Neill. O’Neill’s enthusiasm is one that parallels many of Michigan’s residents who believe that the great motor city will thrive once again. Part of the revival...
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