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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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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Fall 2025 Cohort: June 3, 2025; Winter 2026 Cohort: TBA
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Free Accounting Fridays
Free Accounting Fridays is a way for Detroit business owners to get free one-on-one assistance with the most important (and challenging) part of running a business – getting your financials in order!
If you have questions about how to set up and use your accounting software, prepare and interpret your business’ financial statements, or apply for a loan or grant, DNEP’s accounting consultants are a great resource to get one-on-one support. Each Friday, student accounting consultants from the Ross Business School are available for 1:1 coaching, in-person, on-site in Detroit neighborhoods. Students are supervised by career CPAs affiliated with Ernst & Young and former loan officer (and DNEP program and business development manager) Siobhan Barrett.
There are multiple neighborhoods in Detroit where you can schedule an appointment.
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