Featured Stories

Better together: How Metro Detroit's entrepreneurial ecosystem nurtured Drought Juice

Patrick Dunn Friday, November 04, 2016

This is the story of four sisters, four juice bars, and how Metro Detroit's startup support network helped grow a mini-empire.

Detroit, Entrepreneurship, Food, Start Up / Scale Up, Woman Owned

Lana Rodriguez, owner of Mama Coo's Boutique

Finding resources faster: Detroit's rich and expanding entrepreneurial ecosystem

Patrick Dunn Friday, November 04, 2016

There's an incredible number of resources available for a budding entrepreneur in Detroit. Patrick Dunn surveys our entrepreneurial ecosystem to find out where those resources are and how to access them.

Detroit, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Start Up / Scale Up

Why moving to Detroit from New York was the 'best decision' for SPLT

Melissa Anders Monday, October 24, 2016

Entrepreneurship, High Tech, Services, Southeast Michigan Region, Start Up / Scale Up

As Ellis Island Tea grows, founder Nailah Ellis-Brown makes hiring local a priority

Patrick Dunn Wednesday, September 28, 2016

"As we expand and our production increases, my goal is to lower the unemployment rate in Michigan. I can do that by hiring and putting people on the line."

Detroit, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Food, Minority Owned Business, Southeast Michigan Region, Start Up / Scale Up, Woman Owned

Look out, Siri: This Ann Arbor startup is revolutionizing artificial intelligence

Patrick Dunn Thursday, September 08, 2016

We've all had those moments of frustration yelling at the finicky AI assistants on our phones. A forward-thinking group of Ann Arbor computer whizzes is out to change that.

High Tech, Minority Owned Business, Start Up / Scale Up, Woman Owned

Founder Mark Sellers: HopCat is the "anti-chain chain"

Annamarie Sysling Monday, August 22, 2016

HopCat's success stems from defying many traditional restaurant norms, says founder Mark Sellers.

Detroit, Entertainment/Hospitality, Entrepreneurship, Food, High Growth, Start Up / Scale Up

Founders of Detroit's Flash Delivery keep their plates full

Claire Charlton Monday, August 08, 2016

When entrepreneurs recognize just how well their skills complement each other, there’s no limit to their potential for success. Into their third year together, Ericka Billingslea and Tatiana Grant are feeding Detroit by growing Flash Delivery at a steady pace.

Detroit, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Food, Southeast Michigan Region, Start Up / Scale Up, Woman Owned

Carla Walker-Miller, president and CEO of Walker-Miller Energy Services

Success beyond startup: Walker-Miller invests in energy, diversity

Claire Charlton Thursday, July 28, 2016

By definition, startups have to start somewhere. But in order to really gain traction, small businesses must reach “second level” to create jobs and contribute to the economy on a bigger scale.

Detroit, Diversity, Energy/Alternative Energy, Minority Owned Business, Services, Southeast Michigan Region, Start Up / Scale Up, Woman Owned

Letter from the editor: Tell us your Startup/Scaleup stories

Esther Gim Friday, June 24, 2016

Start Up / Scale Up

Carla Walker-Miller of Walker-Miller Energy at Cafe con Leche

10 lessons about scaling your business from our #HighGrowthHappyHour

Amanda Lewan Friday, June 24, 2016

Detroit, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Events, Food, High Growth, High Tech, Minority Owned Business, Start Up / Scale Up, Venture Capital

From Allmendinger to Duo Security: Ann Arbor is defined by its brightest businesses

Jon Zemke Wednesday, June 22, 2016

In the late 19th Century, Ann Arbor made its name with organs and pianos. Today, cyber security is part of its claim to fame. Though more than a century separates the Allmendinger Organ Company from Duo Security, the two companies have more in common than meets the eye.

Entrepreneurship, Start Up / Scale Up

Paxahau today (left to right): Sam Fotias, Jason Clark, Chuck Flask, and Jason Huvaere

Constant 'Movement': 10 years managing one of the world's largest electronic music festivals

Walter Wasacz / Metromode Friday, May 06, 2016

In 2006, Detroit's renowned electronic music festival nearly disappeared for good. That is, until Paxahau took on the challenge of running it. 10 years later and the festival is as strong as ever.

Creative Industries, Creative Sector, Detroit, Marketing / Media, Start Up / Scale Up, Year of the Gazelle

Castle's cofounders renovating their house in Detroit

Tech startup finds creative solution to living and working in two different cities

Jon Zemke / Model D Friday, April 29, 2016

Many startups find Silicon Valley oversaturated and are seeking opportunities in cities with nascent tech scenes. Castle, a property management tech company, is doing just that in Detroit.

Construction, Detroit, High Growth, Software/Information Technology, Start Up / Scale Up, Year of the Gazelle

'The Science of Growth': Venture capitalist's new book studies why some startups change the world

Steven Thomas Kent Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Want to know why some companies fail and others flourish? A venture capitalist and former entrepreneur from Pittsburgh has a new book for you, and he’ll appear in Detroit this Thursday, April 28, to discuss his recent work.

Start Up / Scale Up

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