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Detroit's Home for Small Business Resources

Detroit is tough and resilient, and we’re making small business a priority.
Successful Restaurant Owner

Small Biz Boost
Initiative

This new program is designed to help small businesses bridge the digital divide by providing essential resources and support.

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Event Planner
RFQ

Detroit Means Business is seeking proposals from a dynamic event planner to execute the annual
DMB Summit in 2025.

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District Business 
Liaisons

District Business Liaisons, aka DBLs, help Detroit business owners navigate city processes, connect owners to resources, and more.

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Expert Guidance

Running a business can be overwhelming at times. Working with a business expert can help increase your chances of success. Learn more about the types of guidance available in Detroit's small business support ecosystem.

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Financial Resources

One of the biggest challenges for small business owners is finding the funds necessary to launch – and eventually grow – their businesses. Find the various types of funding available and a growing list of resources to consider.

Navigating City Processes

Detroit Means Business is in the business of helping business owners navigate City resources. View City of Detroit-specific resources and guides.

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Opportunities

Explore opportunities to grow your small business through accelerators, technical assistance, competitions, and other programs that provide access to mentorship, strategy, investment, and training.

Real Estate

Choosing a business location and space is a crucial step in starting a business. Find guides for searching for space to lease or purchase and resources for building and renovating.

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Latest News

About Detroit Means Business

Detroit Means Business is a coalition of private, public, and philanthropic partners dedicated to meet the needs of Detroit’s small businesses.

Upcoming Events

  • Fall 2024 Start Studio Discovery Showcase
    Fall 2024 Start Studio Discovery Showcase
    Fall 2024 Start Studio Discovery Showcase
    Wed, Dec 04
    461 Burroughs St, Detroit, MI 48202, USA
    Dec 04, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    461 Burroughs St, Detroit, MI 48202, USA
    Dec 04, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    461 Burroughs St, Detroit, MI 48202, USA
  • 50th Annual Noel Night
    50th Annual Noel Night
    50th Annual Noel Night
    Sat, Dec 07
    Midtown Detroit
    Dec 07, 2024, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Midtown Detroit, Midtown, Detroit, MI 48201, USA
    Dec 07, 2024, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Midtown Detroit, Midtown, Detroit, MI 48201, USA
  • PNC | Financial Emergencies Hosted by Build Institute
    PNC | Financial Emergencies Hosted by Build Institute
    PNC | Financial Emergencies Hosted by Build Institute
    Mon, Dec 09
    BUILD Institute
    Dec 09, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    BUILD Institute, 1620 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216, USA
    Dec 09, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    BUILD Institute, 1620 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216, USA
  • Stroll Livernois
    Stroll Livernois
    Stroll Livernois
    Fri, Dec 20
    Detroit
    Dec 20, 2024, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Detroit, Livernois, Detroit, MI, USA
    Dec 20, 2024, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Detroit, Livernois, Detroit, MI, USA

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"I am so pleased to say that the Detroit Means Business website was absolutely amazing. I was able to get both my businesses prepared for their opening dates. I love my city, our mayor and my liaison."

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