Congratulations to our Start Studio MVP Summer 2024 Demo Day winners!

Note: An earlier version of this email incorrectly listed the Start Studio MVP Demo Day winners. We apologize for the error and have corrected the information below.

Last Wednesday, we celebrated the summer 2024 graduates of Start Studio MVP during our Demo Day event, showcasing the innovative spirit and hard work that thrives in Detroit's tech community. We were thrilled to witness the remarkable achievements of our tech founders.

Congratulations to our People's Choice Award winners:

• First place: Joey and Naketa Jones of Localsine
• Second place: Ray Wright and Gloria Liddell of DUKR
• Third place: Autumn Washington of Trove

We also want to extend a big congratulations to the rest of our Start Studio MVP summer 2024 cohort:

• Calvin Mann of Kinderr
• Ernestine Lyons of Linglobal
• Jacob Goldberg of Human Artificial Intelligence Program (H.A.R.P.)
• Jordan Smith of Rep Reserve
• Lauren Daniels of Digital Rich Technologies
• Micia Eddins of Glory Preservation LLC

Inspired by these incredible tech founders? They all began with an idea for their startup and Start Studio Discovery is the perfect program to help you validate that tech business idea. Applications are open for our Start Studio Discovery fall 2024 cohort through Friday, Sept. 13!

Are you a part of Detroit's Hispanic entrepreneurial community? OurImpulsa series is here to help elevate your startup or business! Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 5:30 p.m. for our "Discover Your Ideal Customer" workshop. In this session, we’ll help you create detailed buyer personas to better understand and connect with your customers.

This workshop will be offered in Spanish with simultaneous interpretation in English and is offered in partnership with the Southwest Detroit Business Association.

Have you been looking for a new space for your next event or meeting? TechTown Detroit rents out a wide range of spaces to the community! Let our team help you find the right space and amenities! Our two venues are right in the heart of Detroit.

TechTown: Our headquarters is ideal for networking and collaboration! Whether you’re planning a hybrid meeting, an in-person training session or a multi-day conference, TechTown has you covered.

Wayne State University Industry Innovation Center (I2C):

For a more flexible space, consider I2C! The venue, complete with a full stage and auditorium-style seating, is great for pitch competitions, conferences, panel talks, training sessions and strategic planning meetings.

Call us at (313) 879-5250 or submit a reservation request to begin the process!

TechTown Ops+ offers hands-on payroll and benefits administration, talent management, compliance and financial services for small businesses and entrepreneurs within the TechTown community and beyond. Visit our website to explore our four HR plans and custom finance solutions to find the right fit for your business needs!

440 Burroughs St., Detroit, MI 48202 info@techtowndetroit.org • (313) 879-5250
Power TechTown’s Efforts on Behalf of Detroit’s Small Businesses