💰 Next MONDAY @ BUILD 💰 BUILD Institute and TechTown are reviving Open City workshops 🙌🏼 RSVP for our first event on June 2nd Are you struggling to secure funding for your business — or not even sure where to start? You're not alone. Many entrepreneurs are left in the dark about how to prepare for a lender meeting, what funders are really looking for and how to choose the right financing option. But what if the difference between a "no" and a "yes" is simply being better prepared? Join us on Monday, June 2 for Open City: “Getting to Yes,” hosted by BUILD Institute and TechTown Detroit. Open City is a new series of workshops brought to the community by BUILD and TechTown! Moderated by April Anderson of Good Cakes and Bakes, this powerful panel brings together small business owners, investors and lenders to share the inside scoop on how to: 💡 Get capital-ready before your first meeting 🔍 Understand what really matters to funders 📊 Match your needs with the right financing source 🚫 Avoid common mistakes that kill deals ✨ Panelists include: Arlena Minter of Michigan Women Forward, Brittni Abiolu of VentureHue, Liz Blondy of Canine to Five and Onni Stone of BUILD Institute. Whether you’ve applied for funding before or are just starting the process, this conversation will give you the tools and insight you need to move forward with confidence. RSVP Now: https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/210/2464 (fb)

Running a food & beverage business is not for the faint of heart. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or even thinking about walking away — come to this roundtable first. You’ll leave with real strategies, fresh energy, and the support you didn’t know you needed. Register now: https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/210/2264 Event Details: 📅: Monday, June 16th, 2025 🕔: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 🏬: BUILD Institute 🔹 Who Should Attend? - Food & beverage entrepreneurs looking to grow, pivot, or sustain their business - Chefs, bakers, caterers, and food product creators seeking new opportunities - Restaurant owners, food truck operators, and beverage brand founders - Anyone in the industry looking for game-changing connections and strategies 🔹 Why You Need to Be Here: - Real, unfiltered conversations with experienced food & beverage entrepreneurs - Actionable insights on branding, funding, scaling, and sustainability - High-impact networking opportunities that could change the course of your business - Access to exclusive resources and expert advice to help you move forward Be there on June 16th! (fb)