PHOTOS: A visit to the new Eastern Market location
We sent photographer Steve Koss along to check out the new site in Pontiac bringing the beloved market to the 'burbs.
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Pints, chew toys, and more: Bar-meets-dog park celebrates grand opening in West Village
“As much as we are a dog park and bar, we like to think we’re so much more than that,” says Barkside co-founder Cody Williams. “It’s just a really fun casual environment, and it’s so easy for folks to meet and make friends.”
PHOTOS: The Farmington Farmers Market anchors Saturdays in downtown Farmington
Photographer David Lewinski documents Saturdays in downtown Farmington at their award-winning farmers market.
This entrepreneur just won $100K to open her first storefront in Detroit
“TechTown’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship doesn’t end with the Hatch Off; incubating Detroit’s small businesses is a year-round endeavor supported by our entrepreneurial and technical assistance programs that provide ongoing support to our winning alumni and top finalists," says Christianne Malone, assistant vice president for economic development at Wayne State University and TechTown Detroit’s chief program officer.
Oak Park’s Mother Hive helps keep the city sweet
What started as a love for hexagons while studying architecture led Jessica Brady to bees. Now the founder of Mother Hive, an Oak Park small business that specializes in baked goods, Brady's uses honey from her backyard apiary to sweeten her recipes.
These 10 small businesses want your votes as they vie for $100K grand prize in Hatch Detroit contest
“Part of what makes Detroit’s small business landscape so incredibly special is the community’s shared vision for vibrant neighborhoods and unwavering dedication to see local businesses thrive,” says Christianne Malone, assistant vice president for economic development at Wayne State University and chief program officer of TechTown Detroit.
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Sweet Potato Sensations: Black, intergenerational business credits success to small biz support
Sweet Potato Sensations is the living legacy of a family business based in Old Redford. Through longtime community support, and a continuous network of small business resources including BUILD Institute, the multi-generational business is going on 37 years.
DEGC brings back Green Grocer Project to help open more grocery stores in Detroit
“When we assist local entrepreneurs in opening grocery stores right in the neighborhoods they know best, it empowers residents to meet essential needs while creating new jobs," says DEGC President and CEO Kevin Johnson. "This is one way to drive opportunity that uplifts our whole community.”
TechTown to host Black Business Reunion in recognition and celebration of city’s Black entrepreneurs
“Our Black Business Reunion is a celebration and recognition of Detroit’s Black business community, their everlasting legacy and the impact they make in our everyday lives,” says Christianne Malone, chief program officer at TechTown Detroit.
With $100K up for grabs, application window opens for Hatch Detroit small business pitch competition
"Hatch Detroit continues to attract community-minded entrepreneurs who are strengthening Detroit's small business economy," says Christianne Malone, Assistant Vice President for Economic Development at Wayne State University and Chief Program Officer of TechTown Detroit.
Pints, chew toys, and more: Bar-meets-dog park celebrates grand opening in West Village
“As much as we are a dog park and bar, we like to think we’re so much more than that,” says Barkside co-founder Cody Williams. “It’s just a really fun casual environment, and it’s so easy for folks to meet and make friends.”
PHOTOS: The Farmington Farmers Market anchors Saturdays in downtown Farmington
Photographer David Lewinski documents Saturdays in downtown Farmington at their award-winning farmers market.
This entrepreneur just won $100K to open her first storefront in Detroit
“TechTown’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship doesn’t end with the Hatch Off; incubating Detroit’s small businesses is a year-round endeavor supported by our entrepreneurial and technical assistance programs that provide ongoing support to our winning alumni and top finalists," says Christianne Malone, assistant vice president for economic development at Wayne State University and TechTown Detroit’s chief program officer.
Oak Park’s Mother Hive helps keep the city sweet
What started as a love for hexagons while studying architecture led Jessica Brady to bees. Now the founder of Mother Hive, an Oak Park small business that specializes in baked goods, Brady's uses honey from her backyard apiary to sweeten her recipes.
These 10 small businesses want your votes as they vie for $100K grand prize in Hatch Detroit contest
“Part of what makes Detroit’s small business landscape so incredibly special is the community’s shared vision for vibrant neighborhoods and unwavering dedication to see local businesses thrive,” says Christianne Malone, assistant vice president for economic development at Wayne State University and chief program officer of TechTown Detroit.
Partner Partner Content Sweet Potato Sensations: Black, intergenerational business credits success to small biz support
Sweet Potato Sensations is the living legacy of a family business based in Old Redford. Through longtime community support, and a continuous network of small business resources including BUILD Institute, the multi-generational business is going on 37 years.
DEGC brings back Green Grocer Project to help open more grocery stores in Detroit
“When we assist local entrepreneurs in opening grocery stores right in the neighborhoods they know best, it empowers residents to meet essential needs while creating new jobs," says DEGC President and CEO Kevin Johnson. "This is one way to drive opportunity that uplifts our whole community.”
TechTown to host Black Business Reunion in recognition and celebration of city’s Black entrepreneurs
“Our Black Business Reunion is a celebration and recognition of Detroit’s Black business community, their everlasting legacy and the impact they make in our everyday lives,” says Christianne Malone, chief program officer at TechTown Detroit.
With $100K up for grabs, application window opens for Hatch Detroit small business pitch competition
"Hatch Detroit continues to attract community-minded entrepreneurs who are strengthening Detroit's small business economy," says Christianne Malone, Assistant Vice President for Economic Development at Wayne State University and Chief Program Officer of TechTown Detroit.
