Are you a business owner with a storefront on Mack Avenue, or are you interested in starting a business in the area? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections in Detroit's small business…
Please join SheChef, Inc. founder and America’s Test Kitchen personality Chef Elle Simone for a lively discussion on how women in the culinary arts are taking center stage in a traditionally male-dominated field. These female chefs are leading the way in building a kitchen culture buzzing with positivity, in addition to bringing national recognition to…
The SHOP is TechTown’s monthly retail pop-up, held in our first-floor community space. The SHOP hosts a variety of fine goods from small businesses in TechTown’s Retail Services and SWOT City programs, as well as other independent local retailers. Lunch pop-up vendor feature and massage services from Beauty and BodyWorks Mini Spa. Celebrate the end…
In the first part of this four-part series, we will cover how to navigate the news media. PR and retail veteran Jennifer Foster, President, Catalyst Media Factory, will teach you how to leverage the news media to help increase awareness and encourage foot traffic during the busy holiday season and beyond. We’ll explore how to…
Are you a business owner with a storefront in Brightmoor, or are you interested in starting a business in the area? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections in Detroit's small business network?…
Are you a business owner with a storefront in Osborn, or are you interested in starting a business in the area? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections in Detroit's small business network?…
In the first of four sessions, we will discuss budgeting. One of the first steps to financial security is planning and following a budget. This workshop illustrates the importance of budgeting, how to track spending, explains the various aspects of a budget and how to make adjustments if your expenses exceed your income. It also…
Are you an entrepreneur with a business idea or a storefront in the Southwest Detroit area? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections? Sign up for TechTown Detroit’s SWOT City Open Office Hours…
Are you a business owner with a storefront along the East Jefferson corridor, or are you interested in starting a business there? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections in Detroit's small business…
Are you a business owner with a storefront in the University District, or are you interested in starting a business in the area? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections in Detroit's small…
In the second of four sessions, we will discuss credit basics. Using credit responsibly is a critical part of managing personal finances. This workshop explains what credit is, the characteristics used to determine a person’s creditworthiness, the cost of credit, how to establish credit, the types of credit, tips for managing credit and reviews a…
Are you a business owner with a storefront in the Grandmont Rosedale area, or are you interested in starting a business there? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections in Detroit's small business…
Join us and special guest Katrina Turbow, a Detroit Google Digital Coach for a talk on how new mobile technologies can grow your retail business online. Learn how digital tools can create more opportunities to engage with your customers and make online shopping easier for them and you. Whether you’re new to mobile technologies or…
Are you a business owner with a storefront on Mack Avenue, or are you interested in starting a business in the area? Would you like to get an expert's opinion on your big idea, or could you use some direction on how to secure funding, line up resources or make connections in Detroit's small business…
In the third of four sessions, we will discuss savings. Saving money is an important part of building your financial future. Use this workshop to understand the importance of saving money, how to set goals, identify ways to save money, learn account options available and helpful tips to help save toward your financial goals.
TechTown's Retail Boot Camp: Fall 2018 comes to a close with our Showcase Night! Be the first to see the newest small businesses ready to burst onto the retail scene. Check them out in our Showcase Marketplace and find out who will walk away with our $5,000 Kickstart Awards, which will help five new businesses secure their…
Join marketing strategist Mary Aviles of Connect 4 Insight for the second of this four-part series to learn why your in-store experience is your secret weapon for competing with/beating online retail. How do you continually surprise and delight your customers and still leave them anticipating more? Learn how every touchpoint - before, during, and after…
The SHOP is TechTown’s monthly retail pop-up, held in our first-floor community space. The SHOP hosts a variety of fine goods from small businesses in TechTown’s Retail Services and SWOT City programs, as well as other independent local retailers. Lunch pop-up vendor feature and massage services from Beauty and BodyWorks Mini Spa. Celebrate the end…
