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Access to Capital for Detroit Small Businesses Thank you, Detroit Small Business Owners! The team at Detroit Means Business is brimming with gratitude for the Detroit small business owners, partners, and organizations who participated in Seeds for Growth and made the event a success! Thanks to our sponsor Huntington Bank, hundreds of business owners were able to come together at the Jam Handy on September 19, 2022 for access to capital resources including one one-on-one appointments, workshops, and network opportunities to help them build banking relationships and learn about the lending process. Check back soon right here for photos, videos, and other resources from the event! You're invited! Seeds for Growth Video Coverage - 9/19/22 Seeds for Growth Play Video Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Now Playing Truth To Power 11:24 Play Video Now Playing Seeds for Growth - Opening Remarks 11:34 Play Video Seeds for Growth Event Photos - 9/19/22 1/16 Seeds for Growth Presentation - 9/19/22

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About Detroit Means Business is helping make Detroit the place for small business owners to thrive. DMB is Detroit’s front door to entrepreneurial success and the one place dedicated to driving a strong small business community. Find solutions, make connections and let DMB help your small business soar. Letter from the President & CEO Detroit small business owners deserve better – a level playing field, access to capital, supportive legislation, help navigating City services, a way to connect to peers, and so much more. They need an advocate. Enter Detroit Means Business (DMB), an organization fully dedicated to helping small businesses operate safely and successfully. What is Detroit Means Business? Detroit Means Business is a coalition of small business owners, support organizations, large corporations and public entities in Detroit coming together to support the evolution of an equitable, best in class small business environment that allows Detroit to thrive. Now positioned within the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), in partnership with key stakeholders, the coalition will exponentially increase the impact of the existing small business support ecosystem. Informed by Detroit small business owners and designed specifically to identify and remove systemic barriers to their success, DMB represents an important new mechanism for addressing the need for shared prosperity. The DMB coalition aspires to help small business owners quickly adapt to the rapidly changing COVID-driven reality and become the primary go to hub to help Detroit small businesses stabilize, grow, and thrive. Why is a program like this needed at this time? Small businesses are the primary drivers of our city’s job creation and productivity growth. Those under 50 employees located in cities like Detroit often do not have access to traditional capital or resources and often are overwhelmed by the number of resources found online. Providing trusted and vetted resources through an accessible site will accelerate their ability to operate safely and save business owners’ time. Which businesses are eligible for this program? Small businesses that are operating in the city of Detroit with under 50 employees that are currently serving customers or in the process of reopening according to the Governor’s Michigan Safe Start Plan. Are there any resources available to small businesses operating outside of the city of Detroit? The partners and funders behind the Detroit Means Business program intend to serve Detroit-based small businesses, but some of the resources compiled and created for this program are accessible to all businesses regardless of geography, including webinars, reopening playbooks, and online informational resources. How are businesses learning about the program? There are 34 partners helping to spread the word of this program. They include business support organizations, chambers, and member associations with Detroit-based clients and members. In addition, the program is promoted through social media and radio ads. What partners are involved in outreach? There are 34 nonprofit business service organizations, chambers of commerce and membership associations that have trusted relationships with small businesses, particularly those owned by women and people of color. What organizations are providing resources and support? A collaboration of experienced nonprofit organizations, Community Development Finance Institutions, microfinance programs, and corporate partners is providing financial and technical assistance support. Who is managing this program? This program is being led by the Small Business Services team at the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC). It was conceived by a collaboration of the City of Detroit, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and private, philanthropic and nonprofit sector leaders. Access and Inclusion Statement DMB is committed to providing a path to business ownership, neighborhood stability, inclusive employment and upward mobility for all Detroiters. We do that by supporting business initiatives that remove economic barriers based on social injustice, discrimination and racially biased practices. With a team that is diverse and representative of the communities we serve, DMB is working to eliminate the inequity that can block economic opportunity. This is an important step toward eliminating poverty, creating equal access to generational wealth and creating a small business ecosystem focused on entrepreneurial success. North Star Goals Detroit Means Business is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of a robust neighborhood-based economy. The DMB coalition has set an ambitious set of key performance indicators to reach by 2025: What is Detroit Means Business? Detroit Means Business is a coalition of small business owners, support organizations, large corporations and public entities in Detroit coming together to support the evolution of an equitable, best in class small business environment that allows Detroit to thrive. Now positioned within the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), in partnership with key stakeholders, the coalition will exponentially increase the impact of the existing small business support ecosystem. Informed by Detroit small business owners and designed specifically to identify and remove systemic barriers to their success, DMB represents an important new mechanism for addressing the need for shared prosperity. The DMB coalition aspires to help small business owners quickly adapt to the rapidly changing COVID-driven reality and become the primary go to hub to help Detroit small businesses stabilize, grow, and thrive. Why is a program like this needed at this time? Small businesses are the primary drivers of our city’s job creation and productivity growth. Those under 50 employees located in cities like Detroit often do not have access to traditional capital or resources and often are overwhelmed by the number of resources found online. Providing trusted and vetted resources through an accessible site will accelerate their ability to operate safely and save business owners’ time. Which businesses are eligible for this program? Small businesses that are operating in the city of Detroit with under 50 employees that are currently serving customers or in the process of reopening according to the Governor’s Michigan Safe Start Plan. Are there any resources available to small businesses operating outside of the city of Detroit? The partners and funders behind the Detroit Means Business program intend to serve Detroit-based small businesses, but some of the resources compiled and created for this program are accessible to all businesses regardless of geography, including webinars, reopening playbooks, and online informational resources. How are businesses learning about the program? There are 34 partners helping to spread the word of this program. They include business support organizations, chambers, and member associations with Detroit-based clients and members. In addition, the program is promoted through social media and radio ads. What partners are involved in outreach? There are 34 nonprofit business service organizations, chambers of commerce and membership associations that have trusted relationships with small businesses, particularly those owned by women and people of color. What organizations are providing resources and support? A collaboration of experienced nonprofit organizations, Community Development Finance Institutions, microfinance programs, and corporate partners is providing financial and technical assistance support. Who is managing this program? This program is being led by the Small Business Services team at the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC). It was conceived by a collaboration of the City of Detroit, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and private, philanthropic and nonprofit sector leaders. Impact DMB has delivered tangible resources to thousands of Detroit small businesses and provided a lifeline throughout the pandemic. What is Detroit Means Business? Detroit Means Business is a coalition of small business owners, support organizations, large corporations and public entities in Detroit coming together to support the evolution of an equitable, best in class small business environment that allows Detroit to thrive. Now positioned within the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), in partnership with key stakeholders, the coalition will exponentially increase the impact of the existing small business support ecosystem. Informed by Detroit small business owners and designed specifically to identify and remove systemic barriers to their success, DMB represents an important new mechanism for addressing the need for shared prosperity. The DMB coalition aspires to help small business owners quickly adapt to the rapidly changing COVID-driven reality and become the primary go to hub to help Detroit small businesses stabilize, grow, and thrive. Why is a program like this needed at this time? Small businesses are the primary drivers of our city’s job creation and productivity growth. Those under 50 employees located in cities like Detroit often do not have access to traditional capital or resources and often are overwhelmed by the number of resources found online. Providing trusted and vetted resources through an accessible site will accelerate their ability to operate safely and save business owners’ time. Which businesses are eligible for this program? Small businesses that are operating in the city of Detroit with under 50 employees that are currently serving customers or in the process of reopening according to the Governor’s Michigan Safe Start Plan. Are there any resources available to small businesses operating outside of the city of Detroit? The partners and funders behind the Detroit Means Business program intend to serve Detroit-based small businesses, but some of the resources compiled and created for this program are accessible to all businesses regardless of geography, including webinars, reopening playbooks, and online informational resources. How are businesses learning about the program? There are 34 partners helping to spread the word of this program. They include business support organizations, chambers, and member associations with Detroit-based clients and members. In addition, the program is promoted through social media and radio ads. What partners are involved in outreach? There are 34 nonprofit business service organizations, chambers of commerce and membership associations that have trusted relationships with small businesses, particularly those owned by women and people of color. What organizations are providing resources and support? A collaboration of experienced nonprofit organizations, Community Development Finance Institutions, microfinance programs, and corporate partners is providing financial and technical assistance support. Who is managing this program? This program is being led by the Small Business Services team at the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC). It was conceived by a collaboration of the City of Detroit, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and private, philanthropic and nonprofit sector leaders. How you can help: Looking to mentor a budding entrepreneur? Have information or news you’d like to share with business owners? Want to make a donation or sponsor DMB programming? Click here to reach out.

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Shop Small Detroit For Small Businesses Detroit small business owners, make the most of this holiday season with Detroit Economic Growth Corporation and Detroit Means Business' Shop Small Detroit resources. smallbiz Holiday Activation Guide Get your small business ready this holiday season with digital tools, business assistance, marketing tips and much more. Check out the 2023 Holiday Activation Guide. View Guide Need help navigating small business resources for the holidays? Check out the resources and events below. Holiday & Winter Strategies For Downtown & Business Districts Discover strategies for holiday shopping including marketing, business promotions, and retail event ideas. 10 tips to prepare your small business for the holidays TechTown's checklist has you covered to make sure your small business maximizes sales this season. Visual Merchandising for the Holidays Guide An introduction to using visual merchandising methods in preparing your selling space for the holiday season! Presented by ARC Design Studios LLC. vendor For Shoppers Citywide, we celebrate the entrepreneurs and business owners who keep our neighborhoods humming. Keep your dollars flowing to those who have invested right here. What is Shop Small Detroit? Looking for great places to shop and dine in Detroit? Look no further than the Shop Small Detroit map ! The local businesses listed on the map create jobs, support their community, and provide Detroiters with goods and services right where we live. View the map below The Spirit Card The Spirit Card is a digital community gift card for exclusive use at participating Detroit restaurants and retailers. There is no better way to support those that are Detroit-based than with the purchase of The Spirit Card. Learn More Shop Small Events Next-Gen Manufacturing: AI for Efficiency Wed, Apr 24 Webinar Apr 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Webinar Apr 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Webinar LEARN MORE Choosing the Right Payment Processors for your Business Wed, Apr 24 Webinar Apr 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Webinar Apr 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Webinar LEARN MORE Arab American Small Business Celebration Thu, Apr 25 Arab American National Museum Apr 25, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Arab American National Museum, 13624 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA Apr 25, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Arab American National Museum, 13624 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA LEARN MORE Multiple Dates Corktown Block Party Thu, Apr 25 1620 Michigan Ave suite 123, Detroit, MI 48216, USA Apr 25, 2024, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM 1620 Michigan Ave suite 123, Detroit, MI 48216, USA Apr 25, 2024, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM 1620 Michigan Ave suite 123, Detroit, MI 48216, USA LEARN MORE Family Business Succession Planning in Michigan Thu, Apr 25 Webinar Apr 25, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Webinar Apr 25, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Webinar LEARN MORE Commercial Kitchen Tour - Detroit People's COOP Thu, Apr 25 Detroit People's Food Co-Op Apr 25, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Detroit People's Food Co-Op, 8324 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202, USA Apr 25, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Detroit People's Food Co-Op, 8324 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202, USA LEARN MORE DFO313 Detroit Contractors "Real Talk" series - Show Me The Dinero Thu, Apr 25 Mexicantown International Welcome Center Apr 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Mexicantown International Welcome Center, 2835 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216, USA Apr 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Mexicantown International Welcome Center, 2835 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216, USA LEARN MORE Multiple Dates Fantazma Market & Cafe Draft Pop-Up Weekend Thu, Apr 25 Fantazma Market & Cafe Apr 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Fantazma Market & Cafe, 1211 Trumbull, Detroit, MI 48216, USA Apr 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Fantazma Market & Cafe, 1211 Trumbull, Detroit, MI 48216, USA LEARN MORE Business Thrive: Capital Series - Access to Capital Mon, Apr 29 ACCESS Apr 29, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ACCESS, 6451 Schaefer Rd, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA Apr 29, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ACCESS, 6451 Schaefer Rd, Dearborn, MI 48126, USA LEARN MORE Small Business Corridor Compliance Education Series - District 7 Mon, Apr 29 Adams Butzel Ceter Apr 29, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Adams Butzel Ceter, 10500 Lyndon St, Detroit, MI 48238, USA Apr 29, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Adams Butzel Ceter, 10500 Lyndon St, Detroit, MI 48238, USA LEARN MORE Multiple Dates 2024 National Small Business Week Virtual Summit Tue, Apr 30 Virtual Event Apr 30, 2024, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Virtual Event Apr 30, 2024, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Virtual Event LEARN MORE Understanding Your Small Business Customer: The Value Proposition Canvas Tue, Apr 30 Schoolcraft College Apr 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI 48152, USA Apr 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI 48152, USA LEARN MORE Financial Literacy - Understanding How to Budget Tue, Apr 30 Westland Public Library Apr 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Westland Public Library, 6123 Central City Pkwy, Westland, MI 48185, USA Apr 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Westland Public Library, 6123 Central City Pkwy, Westland, MI 48185, USA LEARN MORE Small Business Marketing (Score Small Business Series) Tue, Apr 30 Plymouth District Library Apr 30, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Plymouth District Library, 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI 48170, USA Apr 30, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Plymouth District Library, 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI 48170, USA LEARN MORE DMB Annual Summit Mon, May 06 Cambria Hotel May 06, 2024, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Cambria Hotel, 600 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226, USA May 06, 2024, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Cambria Hotel, 600 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226, USA LEARN MORE Boosting Your Brand and Increasing Revenue through Detroit's Farmers Markets Wed, Apr 24 Webinar Apr 24, 2024, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Webinar Apr 24, 2024, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Webinar Details Writing a Business Plan - In Person Event Tue, Apr 23 Schoolcraft College Apr 23, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI 48152, USA Apr 23, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI 48152, USA Details The 2024 NFL Draft Marketing Playbook Series Mon, Apr 22 Google Detroit Apr 22, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Google Detroit, 52 Henry St, Detroit, MI 48201, USA Apr 22, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Google Detroit, 52 Henry St, Detroit, MI 48201, USA Details Load More map Map The information below contains information provided to the DMB by third parties. 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RFQ Frequently Asked Questions What is Detroit Means Business? Detroit Means Business is a coalition of small business owners, support organizations, large corporations and public entities in Detroit coming together to support the evolution of an equitable, best in class small business environment that allows Detroit to thrive. Now positioned within the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC), in partnership with key stakeholders, the coalition will exponentially increase the impact of the existing small business support ecosystem. Informed by Detroit small business owners and designed specifically to identify and remove systemic barriers to their success, DMB represents an important new mechanism for addressing the need for shared prosperity. The DMB coalition aspires to help small business owners quickly adapt to the rapidly changing COVID-driven reality and become the primary go to hub to help Detroit small businesses stabilize, grow, and thrive. Why is a program like this needed at this time? Small businesses are the primary drivers of our city’s job creation and productivity growth. Those under 50 employees located in cities like Detroit often do not have access to traditional capital or resources and often are overwhelmed by the number of resources found online. Providing trusted and vetted resources through an accessible site will accelerate their ability to operate safely and save business owners’ time. Which businesses are eligible for this program? Small businesses that are operating in the city of Detroit with under 50 employees that are currently serving customers or in the process of reopening according to the Governor’s Michigan Safe Start Plan. Are there any resources available to small businesses operating outside of the city of Detroit? The partners and funders behind the Detroit Means Business program intend to serve Detroit-based small businesses, but some of the resources compiled and created for this program are accessible to all businesses regardless of geography, including webinars, reopening playbooks, and online informational resources. How are businesses learning about the program? There are 34 partners helping to spread the word of this program. They include business support organizations, chambers, and member associations with Detroit-based clients and members. In addition, the program is promoted through social media and radio ads. What partners are involved in outreach? There are 34 nonprofit business service organizations, chambers of commerce and membership associations that have trusted relationships with small businesses, particularly those owned by women and people of color. What organizations are providing resources and support? A collaboration of experienced nonprofit organizations, Community Development Finance Institutions, microfinance programs, and corporate partners is providing financial and technical assistance support. Who is managing this program? This program is being led by the Small Business Services team at the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC). It was conceived by a collaboration of the City of Detroit, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and private, philanthropic and nonprofit sector leaders.

Neighborhood Business Associations A neighborhood business association is a group of neighborhood business owners who work together for changes and improvements such as neighborhood safety, beautification and social activities. Get Started Thinking of starting a neighborhood business association? Check out this handy guide to get started. Neighborhood Business Association Guide Get Connected Join group affiliations Learn about local and national affiliations that can offer your neighborhood business association access to additional support and resources. Learn more Get Registered Join the DMB List Register to the DMB Neighborhood list for the latest updates on news and opportunities that affect the businesses in your neighborhood. Regiser Resources Resource Resource Resource Resource Resource Resource Resource Resource Resource Resource Frequently Asked Questions

How it Works Enter #ShopSmallDetroit #ShopSmall Detroit Bingo November 27 thru December 24, Detroit Means Business is encouraging shoppers to shop local with the #ShopSmallDetroit Bingo giveaway! November 27-December 24, 2021 #ShopSmallDetroit How It Works how Step #1 Grab A Bingo Card November 27 thru December 24, you can pick up a #ShopSmallDetroit Bingo card at participating businesses (click here for a full list ) or download a card virtually, by clicking the button below. Download Card Find Locations Step #2 Complete Bingo Actions Using the Bingo Card as your guide, complete actions that support small businesses. Completing any five actions on the card gets you one entry into the giveaway; completing five actions in a row gets you two entries; completing all the actions on the card gets you five entries. Take a photo or screenshot as proof of the actions you took to upload later. See Proof Examples Find Local Offers Step #3 Share Actions On Social Earn bonus entries for each bingo action you share on Facebook and Instagram. Double check that your post is set to public, that you tagged the featured business and @DetroitMeansBusiness , and used the hashtag #ShopSmallDetroit . See Proof Examples Step #4 Submit Entry Form Complete and submit your official entry form for a chance to win The Spirit Card gift card. The Spirit Card is a digital community gift card for exclusive use at participating Detroit restaurants and retailers. Don't forget to to review all steps before submitting! Enter enter GET A REMINDER Be the first to know when the giveaway goes live. Join We'll notify you when #ShopSmallDetroit Bingo goes live! Back to Shop Small Detroit

Team Small Business Support Staff Leadership KEVIN JOHNSON President & CEO, DEGC MARLO RENCHER, PhD, CDE President, Detroit Means Business SEAN GRAY Vice President – Small Business Services, DEGC ANDREW LUCCO Director Of Motor City Match LASHAWNA MANIGAULT Director Of District Business Liaison Program MD-ABDUL MUHIT Associate Director Of District Business Liaison Program, District 3 Business Liaison MARIANGELA PLEDL Director Of Neighborhood Grocery & Food Access Detroit Means Business MARLO RENCHER, PhD, CDE President LAURA CORP Impact Director TENECIA JOHNSON Outreach Director TEKEYAH GAINES Senior Digital Strategy Manager MONIKA MCKAY-POLLY Business Assistance Manager JENNIFER L. RINCONES Operations and Outreach Coordinator SYDNEY WILSON Senior Collaboration Specialist District Business Liaisons LASHAWNA MANIGAULT Director BRYAN DAVIS District 1 DBL TUNESIA TURNER District 2 DBL MD-ABDUL MUHIT Associate Director, District 3 DBL AFTAN MALONE District 4 DBL COMING SOON District 5 DBL NANCY CEPEDA District 6 DBL SAMI ELHADY District 7 DBL BuyDetroit MIKKI GODFREY Director LAURYN JOHNSON Program Coordinator Motor City Match ANDREW LUCCO Director DENISE COLONA Small Business Services Development Manager LATOSHA FRANKLIN Technical Assistance Manager MEDVIS JACKSON Classes & Workshops Coordinator LIELLE SAAD Marketing & Technology Coordinator MADISON SCHILLIG Design Coordinator SIDNI SMITH Motor City Match Data Analyst Exec Committee Pierre Batton JPMorgan Chase Dave Blaszkiewicz Invest Detroit Tim Carter McKinsey Nicole Sherard-Freeman City of Detroit David Hamilton McKinsey Kevin D. Johnson DEGC Pamela Lewis New Economy Initiative Conrad Mallett City of Detroit David E Meador DTE Carla Walker-Miller, Chair Walker-Miller Energy Services Chuck Nolen, Vice Chair Cutter's Bar & Grill Funders To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Coalition Partners ​ DMB is a coalition of more than 60 public, private and philanthropic leaders, Detroit-based business support organizations and civic minded small-business entrepreneurs. Its goal is to identify and remove systemic barriers to small-business success by working collectively and leveraging its significant influence to provide resources and improve Detroit’s small business ecosystem. Bedrock Detroit Black Leaders Detroit City of Detroit Community Reinvestment Fund DTE Energy Detroit Economic Growth Corporation Detroit Future City Detroit Regional Chamber Global Detroit Invest Detroit McKinsey Consulting Metro Detroit Black Business Alliance Michigan Community Resources New Economy Initiative TechTown Detroit

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE SERVICES REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (“RFQ”) Everything you need to know. Detroit Means Business is soliciting quotations for professional services firms and/or vendors to provide business assistance for projects taking place across the city of Detroit. This RFQ specifically seeks qualifications from firms in the following fields for the 6 listed categories of service and their accompanying listed services: Accounting & Financial Education, Advising and Planning Service ​ Credit repair services Business credit development Tax Preparation Cash Flow Projections Financial Statements Financial Audits Sales Tracking Managing billing cycles Payroll Management Sales Tracking and sales reporting Record keeping Grant writing ​ Food Based Business Services ​ Business planning Product development Product launch Concept development Market analysis and research Supply chain and marketing Regulatory compliance Packaging and labeling Nutritional analyses and labeling Digital Strategy, Marketing and Branding Services ​ Access and connectivity Navigation training and support Creation and maintenance of digital services Branding position Paid and Unpaid Digital advertising Website design and development Content creation Digital strategies through analytics E-commerce and digital sales High-Growth Technology and Strategy ​ Pitch preparation Data room development Cyber security and compliance consultation and implementation Software development (web and application) Hardware consultation Prototype development Manufacturing consultation ​ Business Operations, Human Resources, and Legal Advising ​ Human Resources Se rvices Training manual and SOP development Recruitment and retention Compensation and benefits management Onboarding and offboarding manual development Performance reviews guidance Employee participation and communication guidance Insurance review and acquisition Employee benefits Business Planning & Business Consulting Services ​ Business Plans Business Model Canvas Preparing a budget Demographic Analysis Operations Design Legal Ser vices Lease Review Lease Negotiation Contract Review Licensing and Trademarks Employment and Labor law compliance Construction, Architecture, and Space Related Services ​ Pre-Construction Services & Project Management Space Planning & Programming Product placement and displays Renderings and floor plans Site Selection Construction budget development and revision Project readiness evaluation and assessment APPLY NOW ​ Open application submission through Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET. Questions regarding the RFQ can be submitted to detroitmeansbusiness@degc.org anytime. Responses to questions submitted to the DEGA will be posted online on this page within 2 weeks of being received. Applications will be processed, and providers will be notified of their approval status within 30 days of the DEGA's receipt of a complete application. ​ RFQ submissions are accepted online using the following response form: https://apply.detroitmeansbusiness.org/submit or by clicking the button below. RFQ Application The Program has opened applications for existing businesses in Detroit and will be accepting applications through Sunday, June 30 2024 at 11:59 PM ET. The Program employs a rolling process to select participating businesses then matches businesses with the technical assistance they require. The goal of this RFQ is to build a roster of TA Providers that will deliver technical assistance to the Program’s business participants. How the Program selects TA Providers All interested firms must submit qualifications as outlined in the RFQ online submission form. All interested firms must be a legally established business for at least a two (2) year period at the time-of-service delivery and must be in good standing with the City of Detroit, IRS and state and county government. Businesses in operation for a period of less than two (2) years at the time of application are welcome to apply; however, these businesses will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, subject to extenuating factors.Note: In general, a business cannot be a TA Provider AND a Program awardee. If a past Program awardee is interested in becoming a TA Provider, these cases can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, based on applicable Federal funding guidelines and DEGA con flict of interest policies. The TA Providers are not required to be located in Detroit, however, each TA Provider must be able to meet in person with Program participants located in the city of Detroit. The Program will contact references supplied by each prospective service provider and may conduct a debarment review per applicable federal funding requirements. The Program will select TA Providers based on qualifications, experience, capacity, ability to execute contract, ability to service Detroit-local small businesses and compliance with federal regulations. Questions about the RFQ Process ​ Questions regarding the RFQ can be submitted by clicking the Questions button below or emailing detroitmeansbusiness@degc.org anytime. Responses to questions submitted to the DEGA will be posted on this page under an FAQ section: detroitmeansbusiness.org/dmbta within 2 weeks of being received. Play Video Play Video DMB RFQ Pre-Bid Conference for Small Business Professional Services Play Video Play Video DMB RFQ for Business Assistance Services - Application Walk Through Play Video Play Video DMB Live! How to Become a Business Assistance Service Provider & Other Opportunities with DMB Questions? Contact detroitmeansbusiness@degc.org Frequently Asked Questions View RFQ FAQ

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Proof Examples Bingo Action: Ordered a bag of coffee from a Detroit roaster Upload Proof of Purchase Upload a photo or scan of the receipt, photo of the item you purchased, or other relevant proof of purchase. The proof you upload will not be shared publicly. Share Social Proof (optional) Share a photo of the action you took: a photo of the coffee bag, you sipping coffee, or of the location. Tag the small business, @DetroitMeansBusiness and include the hashtag #ShopSmallDetroit.