Economic Equity & Inclusion

Driving Economic Equity and Inclusion: Insights From Michigan Women Forward’s Carolyn Cassin
February 5, 2025Watch the second video in the Business Case for Equity series, featuring Michigan Women Forward's Carolyn Cassin.

Celebrate Black History Month in Southeast Michigan in 2025
February 5, 2025Celebrate Black History Month 2025 in the Detroit Region with events, exhibits, and activities honoring Black heritage, innovation, and culture.

Building Detroit’s Future: Black Woman Leads $4.9M People Mover Project, Inspires Next Generation
January 31, 2025Meet Jessica English, a trailblazing construction leader reshaping Detroit's skyline and building a stronger, more inclusive industry.

Nominations and Applications Open for Entrepreneur of The Year® Michigan and Northwest Ohio 2025 Program
January 31, 2025Nominations and applications are now open for EY's Entrepreneur of the Year® 2025 program.

A Conversation With Nia Batts and Dennis W. Archer Jr.
January 25, 2025During the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference, Union Heritage’s Nia Batts sat with Sixteen42 Ventures’ Dennis W. Archer Jr. to discuss…

Michigan to Deliver $79.3 Million in Additional Capital for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
January 24, 2025LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the second round of State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) 2.0 funds, which will make $79,383,856…

How Black Tech Saturdays is Transforming Michigan’s Tech Landscape
January 23, 2025Discover how Black Tech Saturdays is breaking barriers for Black tech founders, increasing access to capital, showcasing innovation in Michigan,…

Global Detroit Launches Businesses and People for Immigration
January 16, 2025Global Detroit recently launched Businesses and People for Immigration, an advocacy campaign highlighting the critical role of immigrants for Michigan's…

How to Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the Detroit Region This Year
January 16, 2025View Detroit Region events that honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., one of America’s most esteemed civil rights…

Michigan Innovation Fund Launches $60M Program to Propel Startups and Strengthen State’s Economy
January 16, 2025With the signing of House Bills 5651, 5652, and 5653, Michigan’s innovation economy is poised for transformation.

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