Ask an Expert Spotlight: Amanda Sancen
Amanda Sancen is a visual merchandising and retail expert with TechTown Detroit’s Ask an Expert program and Professional Services Network.
Catalyst Angel Program Spotlight: DeWayne Williams
Nicholas Slappey, program coordinator at TechTown Detroit, recently interviewed Catalyst Angel Program participant, technologist and angel investor DeWayne Williams. He shared his experience as an angel investor and insight for…
10 tips to prepare your small business for the holidays
For small businesses, the holiday rush can bring on a new set of challenges. The rise in traffic can be daunting, and it is vital to have the preparation…
Catalyst Angel Program Spotlight: Brittni Abiolu
Brittni joined TechTown Detroit’s Catalyst Angel Program in the spring of 2022. She believes programs like the Catalyst Angel Program truly help investors learn how to be knowledgeable and have due diligence with their companies.
7 Southwest Detroit businesses you should know about
Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month takes place Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 every year and is a month-long celebration of the culture, history and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx people. Southwest Detroit,…
What makes TechTown a cool place to work?
TechTown was recently named to Crain’s Detroit Business’ 2022 Cool Places to Work list! While our company tagline is “We Mean Business” based on the work that we do supporting…
New Program Funder Spotlight: Ally Financial
By: Vicki Sitron, Associate Gift Officer A partnership in the making The relationship between Ally Financial and TechTown Detroit has been in the making for more than two years. Picture…
Get to know 2022 Hatch Detroit winner Little Liberia
The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest powered by TechTown celebrated the 2022 competition season at the Hatch Off on Thursday, July 21. The community gathered at the WSU Industry Innovation Center…
Pride in Detroit
June is Pride Month, a time for the world to celebrate the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community, culture and activism. It’s also a great time to support LGBTQ-owned…
From Pop-up to Permanent: Conversations with TechTown Alumni
The hottest new Detroit businesses and those in the next wave of openings have used TechTown Detroit to propel their businesses forward. Learn from three alumni how TechTown is supporting…
What’s new with TechTown’s inaugural Startup Fund recipients
By: Lindsay Robillard, Fund Development Officer Last year, we asked Detroit’s community of business boosters to come together and chip in to create a future where anyone…
What is angel investing and why is it important?
Angel investors are people who risk their own financial capital to invest in early-stage businesses–typically businesses that are unable to secure other types of financing. They often provide advice and support to the companies they invest in.
Inaugural Start Studio MVP People’s Choice Award Winner
Dr. Cleamon Morer and Samer Alfahad of American Advantage Home Healthcare And the winner is… American Advantage Home Healthcare! The votes are in, and the inaugural Start Studio MVP People’s…