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Resources Database
When you're starting a small business, it can be difficult to know where to look. That's why we at Mi-HQ are happy to provide a searchable database of resources so you can get the help you need faster so you can focus on doing what you do best: innovating.
Company Name | Description | Tag | URL |
|---|---|---|---|
10,000 Small Businesses | Goldman Sachs' free mini MBA program for small businesses in the Detroit area | Education,Business | https://www.10ksbapply.com/ |
100K Ventures | Ideas accelerator in Flint, Michigan | Accelerator,Ideas | https://100kventures.org/ |
20 Fathoms | Traverse City tech hub and incubator | Incubator,Tech | https://20fathoms.org/ |
313 Ventures | A resource for micro-grants and investments to get from first idea to first round | Funding,Grants | https://venture313.com/ |
Ambrosia Ventures | Customized solutions and tailored strategies and guidance in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, compliance, remediation, and strategic growth. | Regulatory,Consulting | http://www.ambrosiaventures.co |
Amy Cell Talent | Expert recruiter in technology leadership | Recruitment,Tech | https://www.amycelltalent.com/ |
Anchor Bio | Contract Research Organization | CRO | https://www.anchorbiosolutions.com/ |
Ann Arbor New Tech | Ann Arbor’s meetup for presenting new ideas and companies | Pitching,Meetup | https://www.meetup.com/a2newtech/ |
Ann Arbor Spark | A community resource for businesses of all sizes. | Resources,Funding,Support | https://annarborusa.org/ |
Ann Arbor Spark Accelerator | An accelerator that grants startups $25,000-150,000 to help you launch | Accelerator,Funding | https://annarborusa.org/ |
Automation Alley | Membership community and support for manufacturing/mobility | Community,Manufacturing | https://www.automationalley.com/ |
B2B SaaS Founders Group | A regular peer support group for founders hosted by Bamboo | Support,Networking | https://www.bamboodetroit.com/events-at-bamboo/b2b-saas-founders-meetup-copy |
BBC | High-value information, expert training, and experienced guidance to successfully navigate the process of securing nondilutive R&D funding from government programs. | Training,Guidance,Grants,Consulting | https://bbcetc.com/ |
Bamboo | Startup programming with fellow operators scaling up, space that’s turnkey | Incubator,Networking | https://www.bamboodetroit.com/ |
Biopharm Forge LLC | Regulatory Guidance with a vast wealth of experience | Regulatory,Consulting | http://www.biopharmforge.com/ |
Birmingham Angels / Cityside Ventures | Group investing based in Birmingham | Angels,Investing | https://citysideventures.com/ |
Black Tech Detroit | A community online and in person that meets up and supports new ideas | Community,Networking | https://www.detroitblacktech.org/ |
Black Tech Saturdays | Saturday meetups inspiring black joy, innovation, and community | Meetups,Community | https://www.blacktechsaturdays.com/ |
Blue Water Angels | Group investing based in Mid-Michigan | Angels,Investing | https://www.bluewaterangels.com/ |
Build Institute | For those seeking early stage help with a business plan | Support,Early Stage | https://www.buildinstitute.org/ |
Business Accelerator Fund | Up to $50,000 that can be used for startup services including legal, accounting, marketing, and business development. | Funding,Services | https://michigansbdc.org/get-started/grow-my-business/business-accelerator-fund/ |
Cayman Chemical | Contract Resource Organization | CRO,CGMP,Regulatory | https://www.caymanchem.com/ |
Celltreat | CELLTREAT Scientific Products is dedicated to manufacturing unique, high-quality laboratory plastic consumables at significant savings compared to alternative brands. | Lab Supplies,Mi-HQ Discount | https://www.celltreat.com/ |
Centropolis | Accelerator for hardware and mobility | Accelerator,Mobility | https://www.centrepolisaccelerator.com/ |
Conquer Accelerator | Michigan State’s accelerator | Accelerator,University | https://conqueraccelerator.com/ |
Desai Accelerator | Seven-month program for tech-enabled startups | Accelerator,Tech | https://desaiaccelerator.umich.edu/ |
Detroit New Tech | Metro Detroit’s meetup for presenting new ideas and companies | Pitching,Meetup | https://www.meetup.com/dnewtech/ |
Detroit User Experience Meetup | Going on ten years of meetups for design and user experience | Meetups,UX | https://www.bamboodetroit.com/events-at-bamboo/detroit-user-experience-meetup |
Detroit Venture Partners | Active VC in the Detroit and Michigan space | Investing,VC | https://www.detroitventurepartners.com/ |
Detroit X Product Meetup | Posted on LinkedIn for monthly events | Meetups,Product | https://www.bamboodetroit.com/events-at-bamboo/detroit-x-product-meetup |
Endeavor Great Lakes | The leading community for growth stage startups with Detroit presence | Growth,Community | https://endeavor.org/ |
Evia Law | Patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and contract litigation with a focus on client success and cost savings, offering flexible fee arrangements and partnerships. | IP,Legal | https://evialaw.com/ |
Family Office Database | Database of VCs in Michigan or investing in Michigan | Family Offices,Database | https://www.fintrx.com/?utm_source=adwords&utm_term=fund%20private%20equity&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=Family+Office+%7C+Search+%7C+US+%2B+Canada&hsa_src=g&hsa_ver=3&hsa_ad=655952283964&hsa_mt=b&hsa_cam=1659287456&hsa_tgt=kwd-324034069425&hsa_acc=4534892163&hsa_kw=fund%20private%20equity&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_grp=80026388324&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwk8e1BhALEiwAc8MHiF-SEwu4SVg1Kwnh5_f26JaXr1xY780BSA_BQlXpdxGv0kfg8KKoaxoCx_QQAvD_BwE |
Flint Angels | Group investing based in Flint | Angels,Investing | https://www.flintangels.com/ |
Founders Boost | Pre-accelerator by Techstars that’s virtual but available in Detroit | Accelerator,Virtual | https://foundersboost.com/ |
Grand Angels | Group investing based in Grand Rapids | Angels,Investing | https://www.grandangels.com/ |
Integral Detroit | Hosts regular software and product-related meetups | Meetups,Tech | https://integral.io/ |
Invest Detroit Fam Funding Program | $5K-$25K seed funding for “post idea - MVP stage” | Funding,Seed Stage | https://investdetroit.com/ |
K Zoo Angels | Group investing based in Kalamazoo | Angels,Investing | https://michigancapitalnetwork.com/kazoo-angels/ |
Lean Rocket | Jackson, Michigan’s entrepreneur and incubator hub | Incubator,Startup | https://conqueraccelerator.com/ |
Leigh Anne Deiner, MBA | Regulatory compliance/oversight consultant | Consulting,Regulatory Compliance,Medical Device | http://Leigh Anne Diener, MBA |
MEDC | Government organization to help small Michigan businesses. | Grants,Funding | https://www.michiganbusiness.org/services/ |
MI-SBDC | No-Cost Small Business Development Services, Resources & Tools | Resources,Information,Tools,Free | https://michigansbdc.org/ |
Michigan Angel Community | Michigan Angel Community | Angels,Networking | https://www.michiganangels.org/ |
Michigan Central | Space and community for piloting a mobility startup | Mobility,Piloting | https://michigancentral.com/ |
Michigan Emerging Technologies Fund | State grants that match SBIR/STTR federal grants, up to $25,000 for Phase I and $125,000 for Phase II. | Grants,Funding | https://www.mietf.org/#/ |
Michigan First Capital Fund | Statewide investment fund, managed by ID Ventures on behalf of the state, which invests $50,000 – $150,000. | Funding,Investment | https://www.idventures.com/ |
Michigan Founders Fund | Can participate in this founder network at any stage | Network,Founders | https://michiganfoundersfund.org/ |
Michigan Founders Fund | A founder network for support at any stage | Network,Support | https://michiganfoundersfund.org/ |
Michigan Rise Pre-Seed Fund | Statewide co-investment fund, managed by Red Cedar Ventures on behalf of the state, which invests $100,000 – $250,000. | Funding,Co-Investment | https://www.michiganrise.com/ |
Michigan Tech Week | An annual conference with several different pitch track opportunities, open every fall | Conference,Pitching | https://michiganfoundersfund.org/event/michigan-tech-week-2024/ |
Milltown Consulting | Trusted, project-based, local business experts providing CFO services for small businesses. | Fractional CFO,Finance,Consulting | https://www.milltownconsulting.com/ |
Mobility Meetup | Go-to event for connecting with the mobility community | Mobility,Networking | https://michauto.org/mobility-meetups/ |
New Enterprise Forum | Based in Ann Arbor, regular pitches and support | Pitching,Support | https://newenterpriseforum.org/ |
Old Fashioned Cleaning | Reliable, professional cleaners for lab and office spaces (734-663-0104) | Cleaning,Service | https://www.oldfashionedcleaning.com/ |
Paychex | A Simple Approach to Payroll, HR, and Benefits · Time-Saving, Scalable HR Solutions · One Platform For HR and Payroll · Solutions for Your Business Size. | HR,Payroll,Support | https://www.paychex.com/ |
Plug n Play Detroit | An accelerator for mobility startups connecting with OEMs & Tier 1 suppliers | Accelerator,Mobility | https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/locations/detroit |
Pointe Angels | Group investing based in Grosse Pointe | Angels,Investing | https://www.pointeangels.com/ |
Purpose Jobs | A resource for fast-growing & hiring companies | Hiring,Recruitment | https://www.purpose.jobs/ |
Renaissance Ventures | Renaissance invests in venture capital funds around the U.S. and connects those funds with both Michigan’s start-up community and with major companies looking for innovation. | Investment,Venture Capital,VC | https://renvcf.com/ |
SBIR / STTR Grants | Phased federal grants used to fund research and development (R&D) with the potential for product commercialization, with available funding potentially exceeding $1 million for companies that reach Phase III. | Grants,R&D,Funding | https://www.sbir.gov/ |
SPARK Capital | Co-investment fund managed by Ann Arbor SPARK which invests up to $250,000. | Funding,Co-Investment | https://annarborusa.org/spark-services/funding/ |
Seamless Accelerator | Helps startups, businesses, and governments work together | Accelerator,Collaboration | https://seamlessventures.com/ |
Start Garden | Community grants to help launch your startup | Funding,Grants | https://www.startgarden.com/ |
Start Garden's Demo Day | 100 companies can participate for funding their startup or small business venture | Pitching,Funding,Event | https://startgarden.com/events |
Startup Detroit Happy Hour | The go-to social event for startups in the Detroit area | Meetups,Social | https://www.purpose.jobs/startup-detroit-happy-hour |
Startup Detroit Meetup | Variety of events for the greater startup community | Meetups,Networking | https://www.meetup.com/startup-detroit/ |
Startup Detroit Meetup | Pitch opportunities twice a year with small award | Pitching,Meetup | https://www.meetup.com/startup-detroit/ |
Swift Meetup | Regular meetups for all things Swift | Meetups,Tech | https://www.meetup.com/swift-detroit/ |
Tech Tuesdays in Detroit | Coworking, office hours, meetups for the tech community in Detroit | Meetups,Tech | https://plainsightevents.com/techtuesdaysdetroit |
TechTown Startup Studio & Incubator | Help to get you to a revenue-driving MVP | Incubator,Studio | https://techtowndetroit.org/start-studio/ |
Techstars Detroit | A global accelerator based in Detroit offering $125K investments | Accelerator,Global | https://www.techstars.com/accelerators/detroit-jp-morgan |
U of M Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic | Free legal support forming your company | Legal,Support | https://www.law.umich.edu/clinical/entrepreneurship |
UnDemoDay | An annual conference setting up 1:1 introductions and fast networking with investors | Conference,Networking | https://renvcf.com/undemo-day/ |
Varnum Law | Free legal services forming and preparing your company for investment via Mi Springboard | Legal,Investment | https://www.varnumlaw.com/ |
Velocity | Sterling Heights accelerator and incubator | Incubator,Startup | https://www.mivelocity.com/ |
Venture For America | Program for hiring talent to work at startups | Hiring,Program | https://ventureforamerica.org/ |
Waverly Consulting | HR Strategy Consulting | Consulting,HR | https://waverleyconsultinggroup.com/about-us |
Wayne State Legal Clinic | Free legal support forming your company | Legal,Support | https://law.wayne.edu/clinics |
Women Founders Group | A bi-monthly peer support group for founders hosted by Bamboo | Support,Networking | https://www.womenfoundersnetwork.org/ |
Woodward Angels | Monthly group investing based in Detroit | Angels,Investing | https://michigancapitalnetwork.com/woodward-angels/ |
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