This free program offers an opportunity to access the TechTown community and its resources, network with fellow Detroit area entrepreneurs, reach a broader customer base, learn about visual merchandising, and generate sales.

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Retail Boot Camp is TechTown's longest-running program, focused on helping entrepreneurs to strengthen and grow their retail businesses as they look to thrive in today's retail environment.

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Coaching Up is a customized support program for small businesses in Wayne County. Whether you have remained open, reopened, or are determining how to move your business forward best, Coaching Up is here to help! Our staff of passionate, skilled professionals provides one-on-one coaching to help understand, sustain, and strengthen business operations in neighborhood commercial districts.

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Since 2011, Hatch Detroit has helped Detroiters support up-and-coming entrepreneurs. The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown is an innovative contest that asks the community to decide the winner by voting for the business they want to see open in the city.

Each year, the grand prize winner will receive $100,000 courtesy of Comerica Bank to help open their doors! The Top 10 finalists receive free consulting and in-kind services from TechTown Detroit.

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Detroit Elevate is intended to support second-stage businesses on their journey towards continued sustainability, growth, and scalability. This initiative provides small businesses in Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park with connections to resources, capital, and technical assistance that will allow them to enhance operations, improve customer experience, and expand services.

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Ops+ is your definitive back-office partner, confidently delivering streamlined, human-centered solutions. We excel in simplifying HR, payroll, benefits, and finance for startups, nonprofits, and growing teams. The ‘+’ symbolizes our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional support, unmatched clarity, and outstanding results. Join us at Ops+ and elevate your success to new heights—because your success is our mission.

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Are you seeking specialized support for your tech startup or neighborhood small business? TechTown’s Strategists, Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, and Professional Service Network members offer free, 25-minute consultations to help you take your business to the next level. Our experts bring diverse skills and specialties, and are eager to share their knowledge with you. Ready to start the conversation? Schedule an appointment with a team member who best aligns with your business needs.

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Through the Small Business Support Hub Grant, funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, TechTown Detroit, ProsperUs Detroit, Eastern Market Partnership, Michigan SBDC, and BUILD Institute have partnered to expand our collective free resources and events to all of Wayne County.

The Hub offers free, low-cost resources and invaluable business insights to help start, scale, and grow your business. Resources include in-person and virtual workshops, cohort-based training, coaching with industry experts and business strategists, ecosystem networking events, and more.

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First Thursdays is a gathering where entrepreneurs, startups, and ecosystem partners unite to share ideas, forge connections, and support one another on their entrepreneurial journey. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or starting, First Thursdays offers something for everyone.

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