Barry & Meredith Fleischer
What educational, entrepreneurial or business development programs, any, have you taken advantage of?
We have 40 years experience in buying, managing manufacturing businesses
Where did you find your first employee?
From prior employees
Where have you turned to find capital to grow your company and which institutions have provided it?
We have received seed capital from banks, venture capital firms, friends and family.
What are some of the advantages to doing business here?
Helping re-build the Detroit economy and artist community with a product that is eco-friendly and Made in the USA. We are also centrally located for distribution nationally.
What advice would you give to someone who was thinking about opening a business here?
Understand your potential market and your cost and acceptable selling price. Margin understanding is key.
What do you see in Metro Detroit that other people who live outside the area don't?
A very capable work force, great vendor support, lots of resources for mentoring support.