Hundreds of small business owners gathered in downtown Detroit for the annual Detroit Means Business Summit on May 6. The conference provided entrepreneurs with access to resources and knowledge that would help them grow and succeed in their ventures.
The summit, organized by Dr. Marlo Rencher, President of Detroit Means Business, emphasized the importance of small businesses in the city. Rencher highlighted that small businesses employ more than half of Detroit’s population and 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 their 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, who was attending his first small business summit, acknowledged that gaining knowledge is essential to ensuring his business’ sustainability.
The event was a success as several grants were awarded to small businesses in attendance. The goal of the summit was to empower and support small business owners in Detroit as they continue to be vital to neighborhoods across the city.
In conclusion, hundreds of small business owners from all over met in downtown Detroit for an annual conference focused on growth and success in their ventures. The event provided attendees with access to valuable resources and tools necessary for their business’ sustainability while also promoting healthy competition through Black Bottom Billions game.
