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SUMMARY:Packaging\, Labeling\, and Product Testing
DESCRIPTION:Create Labels That Sell and Comply \nA great label does more than catch a customer’s eye. It builds trust\, communicates your brand\, and keeps your product on the right side of food labeling law. In this 90-minute hybrid workshop\, Laura Wood-Romito of the MSU Product Center\, in partnership with TechTown Detroit\, walks food entrepreneurs through the essentials of creating professional\, compliant product labels. Whether you’re launching a new product or refreshing an existing one\, you’ll leave ready to stand out on the shelf while meeting regulatory standards. \nWhat You’ll Gain \n\nA clear understanding of the key labeling requirements for food products\nThe ability to spot and avoid common compliance pitfalls before they cost you\nStrategies for balancing legal requirements with strong branding and attractive packaging\nGuidance on what health claims you can and can’t make\nPractical packaging considerations for getting your product market-ready\nCost-effective approaches to producing labels that work for both regulators and consumers
URL:https://techtowndetroit.org/event/packaging-labeling-and-product-testing/
LOCATION:TechTown Detroit\, 440 Burroughs Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
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SUMMARY:The SHOP at TechTown
DESCRIPTION:Experience the best of Detroit’s small business community at The SHOP\, TechTown Detroit’s monthly retail pop-up marketplace! Join us in person on the last Wednesday of every month to explore unique products\, connect with local entrepreneurs and uncover your next favorite find. Mark your calendar and join us for a vibrant shopping experience celebrating Detroit’s small business community! \nInterested in participating in The SHOP? Submit an interest form today! \nThe SHOP at TechTown is made possible with support from the Ralph C. Wilson\, Jr. Foundation and Wells Fargo.
URL:https://techtowndetroit.org/event/the-shop-at-techtown-9/
LOCATION:TechTown Detroit\, 440 Burroughs Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
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SUMMARY:Start Studio Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Start Studio Lecture Series! An energizing monthly workshop designed to empower aspiring and early-stage tech founders throughout 2026. Each session brings together entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and ecosystem partners for a hands on learning\, thoughtful discussion\, and practical skill-building rooted in the realities of launching and growing a tech-based venture. \nEvery month features a unique workshop led by a different expert facilitator\, offering fresh perspectives and actionable insights across a wide range of topics such as customer discovery and prototyping to fundraising\, product strategy\, and founder resilience. Whether you’re shaping an early idea or preparing to scale\, you’ll find guidance that meets you where you are. \nThis lecture series is more than education it’ll become a community anchor. \nCome connect with fellow founders\, exchange ideas\, and build relationships with people who understand the challenges and excitement of building something new. Each session also highlights emerging founders in the Start Studio community\, offering inspiration and real-world examples of entrepreneurial growth. \nJoin us every month for our Start Studio Lecture Series and become part of a thriving tech ecosystem. Reserve your spot today!
URL:https://techtowndetroit.org/event/start-studio-lecture-series-8/
LOCATION:TechTown Detroit\, 440 Burroughs Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
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SUMMARY:Detroit Elevate: Cohort Graduation Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the 2026 Detroit Elevate cohort\, a group of entrepreneurs whose hard work\, growth\, and accomplishments deserve the spotlight. This evening honors their journey and marks a milestone worth coming together for. \nThe 2026 Detroit Elevate initiative is made possible by funding from the Gilbert Family Foundation\, with support from our valued partners Social Solace and QT Business Solutions. \n \nWhat You’ll Gain \n \n\nAn inspiring keynote from Danielle Hughes\, owner of The Pose Experience\, sharing her perspective as a business owner.\nConnections with Detroit’s emerging entrepreneurs and the community supporting them.\nA firsthand look at local business growth through the stories and achievements of this year’s cohort.\nAn evening of celebration that recognizes what’s possible when entrepreneurs get the right support.\n\n \nDetroit Elevate | Opportunities for Legacy Business Owners | TechTown Detroit
URL:https://techtowndetroit.org/event/detroit-elevate-cohort-graduation-ceremony/
LOCATION:1555 Broadway St\, M@dison Building\, 1555 Broadway St\, Detroit\, Detroit\, Michigan\, United States
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