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Motor City Match helps Detroit educator bring family baking legacy to Midtown
the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC) and City of Detroit held a grand opening for Simply Roasted, a new neighborhood café in Midtown that received a $50,000 grant through Motor City Match, becoming the program’s 191st business to open.
DEGC
Jul 24, 20253 min read
Motor City Match helps Detroit woman transform wine hobby into neighborhood business
The City of Detroit and Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC) today held an official ribbon cutting for Grandeur Cru Wine Shop, a Black woman-owned neighborhood wine destination located in East Village. The business becomes the 190th Motor City Match brick-and-mortar business to open in the city, offering wines crafted in Detroit, tastings and curated bottles in a relaxed, local setting.
DEGC
Jul 9, 20254 min read
Lost as a young entrepreneur? NextUP 313 has your back
The NextUP 313 Conference delivered real value for young entrepreneurs in Detroit. Whether you're just getting started or figuring out your next move, it offered tools, connections, and guidance to help you move forward. Don’t just take our word for it. Here are five takeaways from one young entrepreneur to another.
DEGC
Jun 30, 20252 min read
From church volunteer to Midtown entrepreneur: Goodboy Multimedia brings creative energy and multimedia services to Detroit’s District 6
Today, the City of Detroit and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC) held an official ribbon cutting for Goodboy Multimedia, a Black-owned multimedia studio and creative services company located in Midtown. The business becomes the 189th Motor City Match brick-and-mortar location to open in Detroit and marks the company's expansion of its multimedia services from Clinton Township to Detroit.
DEGC
Jun 26, 20253 min read
From permits to foot traffic: A business owner’s FAQ for Detroit special events
Stay prepared for Detroit’s special events with this FAQ guide. Learn what permits you need, which departments to contact, and how to plan your event successfully. Download the Special Events List
DEGC
Jun 10, 20255 min read
Three new businesses open in Detroit’s North End with Motor City Match support
Three new businesses held official ribbon cuttings today in Detroit’s North End with support from the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation and City of Detroit, bringing the total number of Motor City Match business openings to 188 since the program began. Beauti Kafe, Modish Creative Co. and MIXD Rolled Ice Cream opened their doors in a commercial building on Woodward Avenue, receiving a combined $160,000 in Motor City Match grants.
DEGC
Jun 9, 20254 min read
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