Small Business Opportunities
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There are several types of opportunities available for small business owners. Each type has specific characteristics that are important to understand.
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Accelerators & Incubators
Accelerators and Incubators are programs that give businesses access to mentorship, investors and other support that help them become stable, self-sufficient and scaleable.
Learning Opportunities
As a small business owner, there is always something more to learn. Learning opportunities like workshops, seminars, and trainings teach business skills you can use to grow your business.
Capacity Building
Capacity Building and Technical Assistance opportunities build operational capacity with support in areas like marketing, web development, accounting, point of sales and more.
Vending Opportunities
Local vendor opportunities are a great way to get out in the community and get your business name out there. Opportunties might include pop-up shops, festivals, fairs and concerts.
Contests & Competitions
During business contests and competitions, entrepreneurs present their business concepts to a panel of judges for a chance to win a cash prize or investment capital.
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MBBA Capital Connect & BLK Print Program
Capital Connect is a 12-week cohort program that helps entrepreneurs scale by developing business plans, financial projections, and pitches. The BLK Print is an 8-week program that supports business owners in formalizing their business, refining their ideas into viable models, identifying customers, and understanding financial basics.
Eligibility:
Capital Connect Qualifications:
- Businesses must be in the following counties: Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Genesee
- NO pre-revenue business (has not sold or earned any revenue for your business)
- Being able to explain how scale your business
- Must be a For-Profit Business
- Must be a Premium (PAID) MBBA Member
- Business must be registered with LARA
- We accept all industries, excluding marijuana based businesses
The Blk Print Qualifications:
- Businesses must be in the following counties: Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Genesee
- Must be a Premium (PAID) MBBA Member
- Must be a For-Profit Business
- We accept all industries, excluding marijuana based businesses
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Goldman Sachs 10k Small Businesses
LEVEL UP YOUR SMALL BUSINESS
The Detroit Metro Area is home to a thriving community of small businesses across various industries, from startups to family-owned enterprises. However, as many entrepreneurs know, running a small business comes with unique challenges, from juggling daily operations and managing finances to navigating a competitive landscape. That’s where the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program comes in, offering a transformative, no-cost opportunity to help you learn how to work on your business and not just in your business.
Eligibility:
We look for applicants who are passionate about growing their business and creating jobs in their communities who generally meet these criteria:
- Small business owner or co-owner
- Business revenues over $75,000 in the most recent fiscal year
- Business in operation for 2+ years
- Business with 2+ employees (including the owner)
Terms:
To complete the application, you will need:
- Business information including annual revenues, description of your business and services
- Why you are interested in the program
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Winter 2026 Cohort: TBA