Entrepreneurship

Coverage of those starting up businesses and community resources to help them thrive.

Amit Makhecha

Food entrepreneurs scale up production at groundbreaking manufacturing facility FEAST Detroit

On a very basic level, FEAST Detroit is a collaborative manufacturing facility with three partner companies. But they're using the extra space to help small food entrepreneurs scale up.

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7 must-visit spots on the Detroit border

At Model D, we're always looking for ways to showcase efforts at regionalism. That's why we wanted to highlight some of the places situated right on the border that are regularly visited by Detroiters and suburbanites alike.

Rendering of the Detroit City Fieldhouse
Detroit City FC to open indoor sports facility in 2018

In September 2018, the Detroit City Fieldhouse will open its doors, taking the place of the former practice arena of the Detroit Red Wings.

Nosh Pit food truck
Vegetarian and vegan food truck to open restaurant in Hamtramck

The Nosh Pit, a former food truck, will open on Yemans Street in February with a focus on sustainability.

Soulardarity founder Jackson Koeppel
What we’re looking forward to in 2018

At Model D, we have a diverse group of contributors with different backgrounds, interests, and ways of engaging with the city. Here's what excites us most about Detroit in the coming year.

Satori Shakoor performs at the Charles H. Wright Museum
Model D is looking for your story of entrepreneurial success

Startup Story Night will return for the second year in February and we're looking for storytellers for the theme "Love What You Do."

Interior of Paralee Boyd Salon
Paralee Boyd Salon opens flagship location in Midtown, plans nationwide expansion

Paralee Boyd, which sets itself apart by offering its services exclusively on a walk-in basis, is opening its second location in Midtown.

Midwestern Consulting's new Detroit office
Ann Arbor’s Midwestern Consulting opens first satellite office in Detroit

Established in 1967, the engineering services firm has serviced Detroit-based clients including Verizon Wireless and Neumann Smith for many years.

Howard Brown, Owner of Royalty Dance Studio
44 businesses representing more than 30 neighborhoods named first Motor City Re-Store grant winners

In total, $330,000 has been awarded to the 44 businesses and another $519,000 has been earmarked for future construction projects. 

Steven Harris
Q&A: Steven Harris of Rebound Construction on the North End bouncing back

Model D spoke to Steven Harris, a developer from the North End working in the North End, about developing responsibly, how the neighborhood is changing, and more. 

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