Entrepreneurs

Q&A: Detroit Money and Career Coach Launches Work-Focused Subscription Box

Career coach Dorethia Kelly is jumping into the subscription box industry, acknowledging such a leap may be more difficult during the pandemic.

Mental Health Pros: ‘New Normal’ Can Be ‘Chaotic, Messy’ During A Crisis

The "new normal" created by work-from-home necessities during the COVID-19 crisis can be chaotic and messy, and mental health professionals are offering tips about how to mitigate those feelings.

COVID-19 case study: How one couple pivoted when forced to close less than a...

Beatrice Wolnerman and her husband, Eli, opened a business in February, only to have to shut it down due to the coronavirus. But they're finding ways to make it work.

Kalamazoo native returns home as a successful podcaster times two

If you’re a regular podcast listener, you may know Joe Saul-Sehy’s voice quite well. After all, he’s the host of two popular news and financial podcasts as well as...

Career flip: How one woman went from accounting to owning her own yoga studio

On paper, it may seem like a contradiction: Lisa Beaulieu was magical with math and became a controller. Then, she shifted gears and … opened a yoga studio? But when...

Walsh named new head of manufacturing association

The Michigan Manufacturers Association just added a wealth of experience by announcing John Walsh as its new president and CEO. Walsh has extensive experience in government.

Concert experts take that skill, experience to upgrade corporate events

Dan McGowan and his team at The Crofoot Presents put together more than 600 events annually, whether it is creative corporate parties – yes, there is such a thing...

Small-business owners avoid pitfalls, find achievement

Stacia Guzzo did some cancer research of a different color after her mom was diagnosed with breast cancer years ago.

How one businesswoman took her idea for a national holiday – and created it

You might know Detroiter and small-business advocate Jennyfer Crawford because of her highly attended All Things Detroit shopping events. But did you also know she used her marketing skills...

Captain D’s coming to Michigan as part of Groesbeck’s revitalization

Where your business is located can be just as important as what you do, who you hire and how you market your goods or services. Having a great location...

Michigan Israel Business Accelerator grows with new CEO, international strategy

Believe it or not, during his many travels around the world, Scott Hiipakka had never had a chance to go to Israel, where the business culture is so strong...

Businesses owned by minorities, women make strides, have hurdles to clear

While the number of businesses owned by women and minorities has grown, there are still a lot of challenges to overcome.

Strategic consultant comes home and creates space with and for her community

Within the everyday challenges of being an entrepreneur or a startup company, it can be difficult to gain perspective for a long-term strategy and development. That is where a...

The Longboard by Jolly Pumpkin debuts in downtown Dearborn

Something about Hawaii and the Pacific Coast has always stuck with Ron Jeffries, founder of Jolly Pumpkin, the all sour-beer Michigan-based brewery. Think tiki drinks, Polynesian art and lots...

West Michigan craft beer experts come up with new seasonal beer offerings

If you’re trying to come up with what to bring to your family Thanksgiving Day meal for the host or if you want to show up with a great...

First generation immigrant brings global artisan shop, experience to Metro Detroit

Metro Detroit can experience international design through a new fashion, accessories and home store in Clawson, the creation of multicultural designer Ojas Akolkar. Akolkar says India’s largest city, Mumbai,...

Metro Detroit retailers to celebrate Small Business Saturday together

Looking to get out of the house and start your holiday gift buying? Then there is no better day to get into the stores than Small Business Saturday. Traditionally, November 30...

Michigan author, entrepreneur celebrates release of her third novel

Being creative is a release for Rochester Hills resident Karen Buscemi – she takes award-winning photography as well as works in fashion, helping people create beautiful clothing and accessories...

Town-hall meetings, online programs let company celebrate its employees

Want to fire up your employees and share news? Try a town-hall meeting.

Repeat entrepreneur opens IV infusion clinic to support people’s health, wellness

Rose Ann Wade knows that the third time is truly the charm when it comes to careers – and she’s having a great time in the process. This serial entrepreneur...
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