Open City: Crowd Power! to explore the benefits of community investment in small business
Interested in harnessing the power of community investing for your small business in Detroit? Then Open City's Nov. 17 "Crowd Power" forum is for you.
Open City is a forum for Detroit’s aspiring and established small business owners to learn, network, and exchange information in a fun and lively atmosphere. On Monday, Nov. 17 at Cliff Bell’s in downtown Detroit, Open City will explore the power of community investing with the following panel participants:
Amy Haimerl – Crain’s Detroit Business (moderator)
Jeff Aronoff, D:hive, Sidewalk Ventures
Jay Rayford, Social Sushi Detroit
Melissa Butler, The Lip Bar
The panel discussion begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by a Q&A and casual networking. Get there early because your first drink is gratis. (Please note: The kitchen will be closed.)
Representatives from Michigan Women’s Foundation, Kiva Detroit, Patronicity, and 5/3 Bank will be on site to discuss funding options for small businesses.
Follow and add to the conversation by using the hashtags #OpenCity14 and #CrowdPower on social media.
For more information, visit Open City Detroit’s Facebook page.
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