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SUMMARY:Cottage Food Law 101
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, Aug. 17 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \n\n\nThis session will be held in-person at TechTown Detroit. Registration opens at 11:00 p.m.\, with the session starting promptly at 11:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nTurn your passion for cooking or baking into a business with confidence. In this comprehensive 90-minute hybrid workshop\, Laura Wood-Romito of the MSU Product Center\, in partnership with TechTown Detroit\, will guide aspiring food entrepreneurs through the essentials of launching a compliant home-based food business under Michigan’s Cottage Food Law. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of which non-perishable foods can be sold\, packaging and labeling requirements\, food safety considerations\, and approved direct-to-consumer sales channels. Whether you’re just exploring the idea or ready to start selling your products\, you’ll leave with practical knowledge\, valuable resources\, and actionable next steps to confidently bring your kitchen creations to market. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Speakers \nLaura Wood-Romito\n\nInnovation Counselor\nMichigan State University Product Center\n\nMarcus Reliford\n\nFood & Beverage Strategist\nTechTown Detroit
URL:https://techtowndetroit.org/event/cottage-food-law-101/
LOCATION:TechTown Detroit\, 440 Burroughs Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pitch Lab: Finding Your Voice
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Aug. 19 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \n\n\nThis session will be held in-person at TechTown Detroit. Registration opens at 11:00 a.m.\, with the session starting promptly at 11:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nA great pitch isn’t just about a good idea—it’s about delivering it with confidence\, clarity\, and purpose. This three-part workshop series guides you through every stage of the pitching process\, giving you the tools\, strategies\, and hands-on practice to make your message resonate. \nLast week in Session 1\, you learned how to craft and deliver a powerful pitch. Now\, in Session 2 (Aug. 19)\, you’ll take your skills to the next level by refining your message into a concise\, memorable elevator pitch\, while mastering how to connect authentically and communicate your “why.” \nThe series concludes next week with Session 3 (Aug. 26)\, where you’ll put it all into action by pitching to a panel of community leaders and receiving personalized\, real-world feedback. Note: Attendance at Sessions 1 & 2 is required in order to participate in Session 3 and pitch in front of our judges. Invitations to Session 3 will only be sent to individuals who have attended the first two sessions. \nWhether this is your first pitch or your next big opportunity\, this series will equip you with the confidence\, techniques\, and practice you need to make your ideas truly stand out.
URL:https://techtowndetroit.org/event/pitch-lab-finding-your-voice-2/
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-5/
LOCATION:TechTown Detroit\, 440 Burroughs Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
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SUMMARY:AI and Automation: Build Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us with Detroit’s builders for an intensive hands-on session where you’ll learn practical AI and automation\, build working prototypes with expert mentors\, and demo what you shipped by the end of the night. \nWhat is Build Night? \nTechTown’s AI and Automation Build Nights are a monthly series designed for beginners\, founders\, and builders who want to move beyond theory and actually ship something. Whether you’re a starting founder building your next product\, a developer learning new tools\, or someone just curious about AI then this is your night to experiment\, collaborate\, and create something real. \nNo pitch decks. No talking about building. Just build! \nWho should attend? \n\nBeginners with no coding experience (we provide templates and guided support)\nFounders building products who need mentor help to ship an MVP feature\nDevelopers wanting to learn AI tools while building with experts\nProduct builders looking to automate workflows and operations\nAnyone curious about AI who wants hands-on experience\n\nWhat you will leave with: \n\nHands-on mentorship from industry experts\nFree tool credits (Lovable\, Replit\, Zapier\, Make\, and more)\nA working prototype or automation by end of night\nFood and refreshments provided\nApplication pathway for continued TechTown support\nConnections to Detroit’s builder and founder community\nDemo time to showcase your work and get feedback\n\nCome connect with fellow founders\, curious people\, exchange ideas\, and build relationships with people who understand the challenges and excitement of building something new! \nJoin us every month for our AI and Automation: Build Night and become part of a thriving tech ecosystem. Reserve your spot today!
URL:https://techtowndetroit.org/event/ai-and-automation-build-night-6/
LOCATION:WSU Industry Innovation Center (I2C)\, 461 Burroughs St\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
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