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Angel investor spotlight: Lindsey Hillesheim

BlogBy Mary BenitezApril 21, 2023

Bella Fernandez, tech-based programs intern at TechTown Detroit, recently interviewed Lindsey Hillesheim, a participant in the Catalyst Angel Program. Hillesheim shared her investing journey and the importance of angel investing.…

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Angel investor spotlight: Kim Frazier

UncategorizedBy Mary BenitezMarch 14, 2023

Catalyst Angel Program participant Kim Frazier was recently interviewed by Nicholas Slappey, program coordinator at TechTown Detroit. Kim shared her investing journey to and the importance of angel investing. Tell…

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Ask an Expert Spotlight: Amanda Sancen

BlogBy Mary BenitezDecember 12, 2022

Amanda Sancen is a visual merchandising and retail expert with TechTown Detroit’s Ask an Expert program and Professional Services Network.

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Catalyst Angel Program Spotlight: DeWayne Williams

UncategorizedBy Mary BenitezNovember 10, 2022

Nicholas Slappey, program coordinator at TechTown Detroit, recently interviewed Catalyst Angel Program participant, technologist and angel investor DeWayne Williams. He shared his experience as an angel investor and insight for…

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10 tips to prepare your small business for the holidays

BlogBy Mary BenitezNovember 3, 20222 Comments

  For small businesses, the holiday rush can bring on a new set of challenges. The rise in traffic can be daunting, and it is vital to have the preparation…

Catalyst Angel Program Spotlight: Brittni Abiolu

BlogBy Mary BenitezSeptember 28, 20222 Comments

Brittni joined TechTown Detroit’s Catalyst Angel Program in the spring of 2022. She believes programs like the Catalyst Angel Program truly help investors learn how to be knowledgeable and have due diligence with their companies.  

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7 Southwest Detroit businesses you should know about

BlogBy Mary BenitezSeptember 15, 20221 Comment

Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month takes place Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 every year and is a month-long celebration of the culture, history and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx people. Southwest Detroit,…

What makes TechTown a cool place to work?

Blog, UncategorizedBy Mary BenitezSeptember 6, 2022

TechTown was recently named to Crain’s Detroit Business’ 2022 Cool Places to Work list! While our company tagline is “We Mean Business” based on the work that we do supporting…

New Program Funder Spotlight: Ally Financial

BlogBy Mary BenitezAugust 4, 2022

By: Vicki Sitron, Associate Gift Officer A partnership in the making The relationship between Ally Financial and TechTown Detroit has been in the making for more than two years. Picture…

Ameneh Marhaba on stage presenting her business pitch at the Hatch Off

Get to know 2022 Hatch Detroit winner Little Liberia

BlogBy Mary BenitezJuly 28, 2022

The Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest powered by TechTown celebrated the 2022 competition season at the Hatch Off on Thursday, July 21. The community gathered at the WSU Industry Innovation Center…

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Pride in Detroit

Blog, FeaturedBy Mary BenitezJune 2, 2022

June is Pride Month, a time for the world to celebrate the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community, culture and activism. It’s also a great time to support LGBTQ-owned…

Tiffany Cartwright, Jessica Blair Kwalli and Ken Walker

From Pop-up to Permanent: Conversations with TechTown Alumni

Blog, Client News, FeaturedBy Mary BenitezMay 5, 2022

The hottest new Detroit businesses and those in the next wave of openings have used TechTown Detroit to propel their businesses forward. Learn from three alumni how TechTown is supporting…

Norvell Robinson and Wardell Crutchfield III at 2021 Toast of the Town

What’s new with TechTown’s inaugural Startup Fund recipients

Blog, FeaturedBy Mary BenitezMay 2, 2022

      By: Lindsay Robillard, Fund Development Officer Last year, we asked Detroit’s community of business boosters to come together and chip in to create a future where anyone…

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What is angel investing and why is it important?

Blog, FeaturedBy Mary BenitezApril 29, 2022

Angel investors are people who risk their own financial capital to invest in early-stage businesses–typically businesses that are unable to secure other types of financing. They often provide advice and support to the companies they invest in.

Dr. Cleamon Morer & Samer Alfahad smile and hold a large check for their $1,500 prize.

Inaugural Start Studio MVP People’s Choice Award Winner

BlogBy Mary BenitezMarch 31, 2022

Dr. Cleamon Morer and Samer Alfahad of American Advantage Home Healthcare And the winner is… American Advantage Home Healthcare! The votes are in, and the inaugural Start Studio MVP People’s…

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