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Join DMB Live Monday, March 27
We have another DMB Live coming up that you don't want to miss! Join us on Monday, March 27 at 10 AM. If you are a small business owner in the farm, food and/or beverage industry, you'll want to be there to hear about opportunities to further support your business. Register today!
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Motor City Match Round 23 Applications Open
Motor City Match Round 23 application deadline is fast approaching! Motor City Match is designed to assist Detroit entrepreneurs at critical stages of their business development - from idea to open. Applications for Round 23 close on Sunday, April 2 at 11:59 PM. Two more virtual application information sessions will be held:
- March 30 from 6:30-7:30 PM
- March 31 from 3-4 PM
You can learn more about the Motor City Match program and apply here.
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COLOURS Spring Business Summit coming in April
Detroit LGBT Regional Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the COLOURS Spring Business Summit, Monday, April 17 from 10 AM-3 PM, Registration is FREE. Learn about the business landscape and contracting opportunities; including how to scale your businesses and the benefits of the LGBT Certification. Hear from local and high-profile speakers and influencers in the business, city and non-profit arenas who will present cutting-edge and thought-provoking topics focused on Supplier Diversity, the use of social media, small business marketing and professional services contracting. Light Breakfast, Lunch, and Happy Hour are included in the registration.
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Apply to meet with a buyer HERE
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Register for the Summit HERE
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Detroit Means Business has the latest in small business opportunities: accelerators, incubators, pitch competitions, learning opportunities, and more. View opportunities with fast-approaching deadlines below. | |
Motor City Match Technical Service Provider RFQ
The Motor City Match Technical Service Provider RFQ application has been released. Pre-bid conferences will be held on the following days and times:
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Technical Assistance Services: Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 1:00 pm and Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 10:00 am via Zoom Conference
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Architectural Design & Engineering Services: Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 2:00 pm and Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 11:00 am via Zoom Conference
Applications must be submitted via the Submittable Platform at the following links:
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Technical Assistance Services - click here
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Architectural Design & Engineering Services - click here
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"Embrace the Race" Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Presented by Lear
Looking for ways to prepare your business for the Detroit Grand Prix happening Friday, June 2 – Sunday, June 4? The Detroit Grand Prix has 3 opportunities for you to take advantage of.
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Grandmont Rosedale Development Corporation Vendor Application
The Grandmont Rosedale Development Corporation (GRDC) is preparing for two spring small business support events to vendor at.
- Spring Block Party: occurs mid-June, vendor fee TBD
- Northwest Detroit Farmers' Market 2023: June 22 - October 12, 2023. Thursdays from 4-8 PM. Vendor fee: $20/week for vendors, $30/week for food trucks.
Small businesses can register to be a vendor here.
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Shop Small Detroit Map: Get on the Map! If you own a small business in Detroit and want to be included on the Shop Small Detroit map, submit your listing! We'll help give your business a boost by encouraging shoppers to use the map to shop local. | |
We want to hear from you about an LGBTQ+ Business Crawl
We are excited to announce that for the first time in Detroit, LGBTQ-Owned and Friendly Businesses have an opportunity to be spotlighted in an LGBTQ+ Business Crawl during the late spring or summer 2023. The LGBTQ+ Business Crawl will be organized in partnership with Detroit Means Business, the Detroit LGBT Chamber, Motor City Pride, and the City of Detroit LGBTQ+ and Friends Employee Resource Group. Please fill out this form to indicate your interest. Completing the form helps us understand business owners' commitment level as we continue to design the event, and it is not a commitment. More information to come as we design the event.
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Access to capital is essential for a business to survive and thrive, and Detroit Means Business is here to help you do just that. View financial resources with fast-approaching deadlines below. | |
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As a reminder, the DIY Digital Resource Guide continues to serve as a tool for business owners to show you the who, what, where and how to find digital tools and technological assistance to help make your businesses run easier, faster and more efficiently. Inside the guide you'll find links to common areas affecting small businesses, such as; internet access, starting a business, selling online/e-commerce, software, and much more!
In each section, there are testimonials from business owners like you who share how many of these tools became solutions for their pain points. You'll also find contact info for local support organizations who are ready to help you every step of the way! Learn More>
You can find additional resources by searching through the DMB Library, here.
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Our Small Business Call Center is open to take calls
M-F 9AM-5PM at (844) 333-8249.
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