Global Detroit

Join us for Tapestry 2024! 🎉 Global Detroit's annual fundraising dinner celebration, Tapestry, is set for Thursday, November 14 at the Jam Handy in Detroit. We’ll be featuring local food and music, drinks, the 2024 Changemaker awardees, and special guests. Tapestry is always a highlight of our year, where we gather to celebrate the progress we’ve made and look forward to the future. For more information about the event, tickets, and sponsorship opportunities, visit https://lnkd.in/gbd5EW4e. Don't miss out on this fantastic and fun evening of celebration and support for our community! #Tapestry2024 #FundraisingDinner #DetroitEvents #ChangemakerAwards #SupportLocal #Detroit #Nonprofit #Events #Community #EconomicDevelopment #DetroitNonprofit #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SocialCohesion #GlobalEIR #GTRI #MGTI #OpportunityNeighborhoods #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunity #InclusionAlwaysWins #GlobalDetroit

Meet Candis R. Lee, Motown's Bag Lady at Global Detroit's Small Business Pop-ups at Eastern Market. Motown's Bag Lady specializes in affordable, quality handbags, purses, and accessories for every occasion. Starting from the trunk of her car in the parking lot of Noni's Sherwood Grill, Candis is now a Motor City Match awardee, providing stylish bags to Detroit since 2016. Catch her at the Eastern Market Sunday Markets through September 22. Here’s what she has to say about this opportunity: "I am very pleased for this opportunity to work with Global Detroit, it allows M.B.L to communicate and introduce my brand to a vast number of people from all over the world. I've met so many different people from different cultures with great conversations and ideas to expand my brand! The energy from the Eastern market is simply like NO other! When the time comes to launch the M.B.L bag line thanks to Global Detroit it will already be well known." 👜✨ Don't miss out on her fabulous bags and the chance to support local businesses! Visit the Sunday Market from 10 AM to 4 PM. #SupportLocal #DetroitBusinesses #EasternMarket #SundayMarket #MotownsBagLady #GlobalDetroit #ShopSmall #SmallBusinessPopUp #DetroitSmallBusiness #SupportSmallBusinesses #Handbags #Fashion #DetroitStyle #Detroit #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins

The amount of folks looking to build 'inclusive economies and vibrant communities' here in Detroit and across the country is growing! Thanks for being a maker of change, investing in our work, and being one of our 2,000 followers. #ThankYou #Milestone #InclusiveGrowth #GlobalDetroit #LinkedIn #2kfollowers #SocialMedia #Detroit #DetroitNonprofit #Michigan #Inclusion #Belonging #Gratitude #Appreciation #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins

📈 Here's what you should know when starting a small business with Hassan Elsayed: ✅ Ask yourself if you're ready to start and commit to the responsibilities of being a business owner. ✅ Create a business plan that includes your company description, the problem you solve, and other market research. ✅ Understand the financial costs of running your business and make sure to separate your business bank account from your personal one. Don’t miss our next Access to Capital workshop, in partnership with Bank of America, where we'll dive into Cashflow Management on Monday, September 9, at 6:30 PM in Hamtramck. You can also join us virtually. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register now for this session and all remaining workshops: https://lnkd.in/gsg6dq-7 #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #CashflowManagement #GlobalDetroit #BankofAmerica #AccessToCapital #DetroitEvents #HamtramckEvents #Workshop #ImmigrantSmallBusinesses #SmallBusinessSupport #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins

Our Global EIR founders are making waves in Michigan’s economy, creating jobs, and driving investment. Meet two standout founders, Rehab (Ruby) Al Hajjar and Chening Duker, whose stories are at the intersection of inspiration and innovation. From advancing environmental tech to revolutionizing food distribution, these founders are driving Michigan’s economy forward. Read the story at https://lnkd.in/gcYiSY_x. #GlobalDetroit #GlobalEIR #EntrepreneursinResidence #Entrepreneurship #GlobalTalent #MichiganInnovation #EconomicGrowth #InternationalEntrepreneurs #ImmigrantEntrepreneurs #Startup #Tech #SmallBusiness #Detroit #Michigan #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins Ernestine Lyons Theodore R. Jones, Ed.D., M.S.W. Chening Duker Jim Baker

📢 Don't miss the second workshop in Global Detroit's Small Business Series "Access to Capital: Funding Your Business 101" in partnership with Bank of America: Cash Flow Management & Document Preparation: Learn how to maintain a healthy cash flow to ensure you have cash available for your needs today and in the future: 🗓️ Date: Monday, September 9 🕒 Time: 6:30 PM EST 📍 Location: 11651 Conant, Hamtramck, MI 48212 (Upstairs) Space is limited, so register today! Visit https://lnkd.in/gsg6dq-7 for registration and details. Virtual sessions are also available--registration required for all. Arabic and Bengali interpretation will be available at all series events. Bonus: In-person attendees will have a chance to win a $50 gift card! #SmallBusiness #FinancialManagement #CashFlowManagement #Bookkeeping #Accounting #Ownership #GlobalDetroit #BankofAmerica #BusinessWorkshops #DetroitBusinesses #DetroitSmallBusinesses #DetroitEntrepreneurship #Entrepreneurship #AccessToCapital #BusinessGrowth #HamtramckEvents #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins

Calling all of our followers! Our submission for the SBA’s 4th Annual Innovation Ecosystem Summit has moved to the open voting stage-- and the Global EIR program needs your vote. Let’s show how innovation ecosystems across the country, like ours, are making a difference. Help us by voting today and spreading the word 🗳️ VOTE HERE: https://lnkd.in/gJ4PhmSa Voting is open until August 30 at 11:59 PM PT. #entrepreneur #Entrepreneurship #immigrants #immigrantsmakeamericagreat #globaleir Small Business Association of Michigan U.S. Small Business Administration #smallbusinessbigdreams

Meet Ruben Saavedra II, Global Detroit's Global Talent Corporate Outreach Program Manager for Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of experience in staffing and recruiting, Ruben is dedicated to connecting leading corporations with top talent in the region. Fluent in Spanish and a proud University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduate, Ruben brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to his role. Ruben joined the Global Detroit team about four months ago and has quickly made a significant impact. In his role, he seeks out companies that may not have considered global talent to fulfill their needs. For those interested, he guides them through the process of hiring this talent, ensuring a seamless transition and valuable addition to their teams. Ruben states that a main driver of his work is the goal of helping newly graduated students find employment in Michigan, a state he loves dearly. Detroit and Michigan have significantly shaped who he is, and the opportunity to connect new graduates to opportunities here excites him. Ruben’s dedication to fostering professional connections and his commitment to the growth of Michigan’s talent pool make him an invaluable part of the Global Detroit team. We are thrilled to have him on board and look forward to the continued impact he will make in Southeast Michigan! #StaffSpotlight #GlobalDetroit #GlobalDetroitTeam #GlobalTalent #InternationalTalent #TalentRetention#MichiganTalent #Opportunity #Jobs #MichiganJobs #TechJobs #TeamHighlight #Nonprofit #DetroitNonprofit #Detroit #Michigan #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins

Discover Yalla Detroit at Global Detroit's Small Business Pop-ups at Eastern Market 🌟 Yalla Detroit is a premium streetwear brand founded by Jeehan Nasir, inspired by the diversity of Detroit and the beauty of Arabic calligraphy. This brand is a heartfelt homage to Detroit’s rich cultural heritage. Yalla Detroit’s designs blend urban style and Arabic calligraphy, celebrating the spirit of Detroit. The clothing and accessories reflect the intersection of cultures, embodying diversity and unity. Yalla Detroit is more than a clothing brand – it is a movement, embracing inclusivity and cultural pride. Jeehan shares: "I am excited to participate with Global Detroit and Eastern Market Partnership as a vendor because it allows me to connect with more people and other local businesses." ✨Experience the beauty of Arabic calligraphy and the essence of Detroit. Find them at the Sunday Market from 10 AM to 4 PM, now through September 22. #SupportLocal #DetroitBusinesses #EasternMarket #YallaDetroit #Yalla #GlobalDetroit #ShopSmall #SmallBusinessPopUp #Streetwear #PremiumStreetwear #DetroitStyle #ArabicCalligraphy #DetroitWorldwide #EastMeetstheStreets #UnityinDiversity #InclusiveEconomies #VibrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins

We're kicking off our series featuring the Small Business Pop-ups at Eastern Market Partnership with Bee's Sweet Treats, owned and operated by Brandi Farr. Brandi started Bee's Sweet Treats as a home-based business in 2014 and became licensed and insured in 2019. Specializing in cheesecakes with about 20 delicious flavors, Brandi also offers other baked goods, including her Granny's famous 7up Pound Cake. Catch Bee's Sweet Treats as part of Global Detroit's Small Business pop-ups at Eastern Market on Sundays through September 22. You can also enjoy her treats at local farmer's markets, trade shows, pop-up shops, and catered events. #SupportLocal #DetroitBusinesses #EasternMarket #GlobalDetroit #BeesSweetTreats #SmallBusinessPopUps #DetroitEats #Entrepreneurship #ShopSmall #EasternMarket #Detroit #WomenInBusiness #DetroitEvents #Desserts #Baking