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Time is running out to sign up for the first PNC Small Business Financial Workshop of 2025! Our first workshop of the year, Small Business Financial Statements, is Tuesday, January 28th from 6-8pm. Link to register: https://lnkd.in/eB_buDRQ Workshop Details: 💰 In this small business finance workshop, business owners will learn details of the three most important financial documents: balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports. By the end of the workshop, business owners will be better able to prepare or work with a professional to prepare these documents for their businesses. Location: In Person at BUILD Date: Tuesday, January 28th Time: 6pm - 8pm Price: FREE Facilitated by a PNC Small Business Financial Expert #StartWithBuild #Detroit #Build #FinancialEducation

Last week, BUILD alumni gathered at the New Year, New Revenue Roundtable for an unforgettable evening of learning, connection, and inspiration! The event was a perfect blend of fun and insight as our amazing panelists shared funding strategies and business growth tips while attendees engaged in lively breakout discussions. So many “aha” moments as alumni exchanged ideas and stories of resilience and success. If you missed this one, don’t worry—we’ve got something equally exciting coming up: our SheEO Galentine’s Day Roundtable! This is your chance to join a community of aspiring and current female entrepreneurs for a fun and empowering evening filled with conversations that matter. Don’t let FOMO get you again—secure your spot early! Let’s build, grow, and thrive together. Link: https://shorturl.at/mdvBT #StartWithBuild #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Roundtable #NewYear

Dear Entrepreneurial Community, On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we pause to honor the legacy of a visionary leader whose unwavering faith in justice, equality, and the power of collective action continues to inspire us. Dr. King once said, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” As entrepreneurs, you embody this spirit daily—taking bold steps, innovating, and building toward a brighter future for yourselves, your families, and our community. Your courage and resilience serve as the lifeblood of your respective communities and the state of Michigan. Dr. King’s dream reminds us that our journey is not just about individual success but about creating opportunities and lifting one another as we climb. As you pursue your dreams, know that BUILD Institute stands with you, committed to supporting your efforts and cultivating an environment where all can thrive. Let today renew our collective dedication to creating a more equitable and vibrant State. Together, we can honor Dr. King’s legacy by continuing to build businesses, communities, and futures that reflect his dream of justice, prosperity, and unity. In solidarity, Camille Walker Banks Interim President and CEO BUILD Institute #StartWithBuild #Detroit #MLKDay #MartinLutherKingJr

Fight the frigid weather by firing up your business with BUILD Institute this winter 🔥 BUILD Institute has three cohort programs launching in Winter 2025 ❄️ Hear more about them from Marisa Launstein, BUILD Programs Director. ⬆️ ✏️ BUILD Basics Romulus – Feb 6 – Mar 27 ✏️ Co.Starters – Feb 6 – Apr 10 ✏️ BUILD Basics – Feb 19 – Apr 9 More info and links to apply/register: https://lnkd.in/emvYnf_c #StartWithBuild #Detroit #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness

Save the date! February 7th ♥️ Did you enjoy our alumni roundtable last evening? Did you miss out? Either way, SAVE THE DATE for our next event: https://lnkd.in/eWXP-xW4 Ladies, mark your calendars for a night of inspiration, collaboration, and growth! The SheEO Galentine’s Mixer is more than just a networking event—it’s a movement designed to bring together Detroit’s fiercest female entrepreneurs. Whether you're leading an established company, launching a startup, or dreaming big about your next venture, this is the space where connections are made, ideas flourish, and partnerships are born. Here’s what you can expect: ♥️ Insightful Roundtable Discussions: Learn from industry leaders as they dive into key topics including:  💜 The importance of mentorship and how to find the right mentor  ♥️ The power of collaboration to grow your business  💜 Strategies for creating a standout personal brand  ♥️ Tips for achieving work-life balance without burnout  💜 Smart financial management for long-term success  ♥️ Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded women who are passionate about business growth and community building.  💜 A Supportive Community: Walk away inspired, empowered, and with a renewed sense of purpose for your entrepreneurial journey. 📅 Date: February 7th, 2024 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Location: BUILD Institute 1620 Michigan Avenue, Suite #120, Detroit, MI Don’t miss your chance to elevate your network, gain actionable insights, and surround yourself with powerhouse women who get it. #StartWithBuild #Detroit #Women #GallentinesDay #Roundtable #Alumni

Are you a startup entrepreneur looking for capital in 2025? Hoping to refine your business pitch in a supportive environment? Do you love eating SOUP?! 🍲 BUILD and Detroit Soup are prepared for another year of incredible events filled with community, food, and FUNDING. 💰 Check out our schedule for the year and APPLY TO PITCH at Detroit Soup in 2025. Applications are accepted and entrepreneurs are chosen to pitch on a rolling basis. If you are not selected for a certain event, your application will be considered or all upcoming events. We have six events on the calendar – 4 Citywide Detroit Soups and 2 industry-specific Soups (Food/Hospitality and Creative Arts) 🎤 We cannot wait to see you there, hear you pitch, and fund your business this year. #Detroit #StartWithBuild #DetroitSOUP #PitchCompetition

Our first BUILD alumni roundtable of the year is TOMORROW! Last chance to sign up: https://lnkd.in/efRGQ6n7 🎉Join us at the New Year, New Revenue Roundtable, where BUILD alumni come together to connect, collaborate, and strategize for success.   Roundtable panelists: 🎤 Larenz Studavent - Black Leaders Detroit Loan Officer 🎤 Tom McFadden - US SBA Lender Relations Specialist 🎤 Onni Stone - BUILD Institute Capital Director 🎤 Nicole Dietrich - Lake Trust Business Development Manager 🎤 Aaron Jackson – Michigan Good Food Fund Executive Director Here’s why you don’t want to miss it: ✅ Network with fellow alumni and build relationships that matter. ✅ Explore funding opportunities to fuel your business growth. ✅ Share your vision and ideas for alumni programming in 2025. ✅ Food provided by BUILD Alumni Chi Fan Le   Event Details: 🗓️ Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM 📍 Location: BUILD Institute 1620 Michigan Ave., Suite 120 Detroit, MI 48216    ⚡️ This is your chance to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, share your goals, and get inspired for the year ahead. #StartWithBuild #Entrepreneurship #Grow #Roundtable #NewYear

BUILD Institute and Capital Director Onni Stone have helped yet another business secure much-needed funding through a Kiva Microloan! Turning big ideas into reality takes passion, hard work, and often a little extra support. 🍟 Kiva loans are designed to help small business owners like you access 0%-interest funding to take the next step toward your goals. Hear from Dorian about how he is using his Kiva loan to provide delicious food to his community. Business Name: Oh Fryz Inc Business Owner: Dorian Kiva Loan Amount: $8,500 Business story: Our business is a food truck that will provide a delicious twist on French fries that will energize our communities with a breath of fresh air with our modern presentations of professional and courteous services and food. We have been working hard on design and processes that will ensure streamlined results. We love what we do, especially within the communities we serve. I'd love to serve all of you Kiva lenders with some of our decadent FRYZ!!! Check us out on Instagram: @ohfryz #StartWithBuild #Kiva #Loans #Entrepreneurship

BUILD Institute recently sat down with Model D to discuss our plans for BUILD alumni in 2025, including the 3C Alumni Loan Fund and our upcoming New Money New Revenue Alumni Roundtable (1/16/25, 5-8pm, in person @ BUILD). They also spoke with two of our esteemed alumni: Jay Rayford, Owner of Sushiritas, and Jay Williams, Owner of Miss Eva’s Detroit, to talk about their incredible ventures and how BUILD Institute has helped them on their business development journey. Read more: https://shorturl.at/188dY Register for our upcoming Alumni Roundtable: https://shorturl.at/ZZlkh #StartWithBuild #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Roundtable

BUILD Institute is excited to continue our partnership with PNC Bank to bring small business financial literacy workshops to the entrepreneurs who need them! Our first workshop of the year, Small Business Financial Statements, is Tuesday, January 28th from 6-8pm. Link to register: https://lnkd.in/eB_buDRQ Workshop Details: 💰 In this small business finance workshop, business owners will learn details of the three most important financial documents: balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports. By the end of the workshop, business owners will be better able to prepare or work with a professional to prepare these documents for their businesses. Location: In Person at BUILD Date: Tuesday, January 28th Time: 6pm - 8pm Price: FREE Facilitated by a PNC Small Business Financial Expert #StartWithBuild #Detroit #PNC #Profit #BalenceSheets #CashFlow