Small business owners from all over Detroit gathered at the Cambria Hotel for the annual Detroit Means Business Summit on May 6th. The conference, aimed at providing entrepreneurs with the resources they need to grow and succeed in their ventures, attracted hundreds of attendees.
The summit was emphasized by Dr. Marlo Rencher, President of Detroit Means Business, who highlighted the importance of small businesses in the city. She noted that these businesses employ more than half of Detroit’s population and that they are crucial to the city’s growing economy.
One of the highlights of the summit was the launch of Buktu, a new technology designed to help entrepreneurs navigate resources and information for small businesses. Additionally, Detroit Means Business announced the launch of Black Bottom Billions, a revenue-based game that promotes friendly competition among entrepreneurs while paying tribute to Detroit’s Historic Black Bottom business district.
Attendees expressed their gratitude for the information and resources provided at the summit, including Jonathan Farley, owner of Access Point Towing and Transport. Farley acknowledged that gaining knowledge is essential for ensuring the sustainability of his business and was attending his first small business summit.
Overall, the Detroit Means Business Summit was a success, with several grants awarded to small businesses in attendance. The event aimed to empower and support small business owners as they continue to be an integral part of Detroit’s neighborhoods.