Vendor applications for the 2025 Downtown Detroit Markets close on Wednesday, May 28, and this is your last chance to get your questions answered before you apply! ⏳ This seasonal marketplace made possible by Bedrock, Downtown Detroit Partnership, Gilbert Family Foundation and TechTown Detroit is open to product-based small businesses, including pre-packaged food, artisan gifts, apparel and specialty items. 🛍️ We're hosting the final virtual info session on Tuesday, May 27 at 6 p.m. We’ll walk you through the application process, review vendor expectations and share tips to help your business stand out. 🙌 🔗 Don't wait! RSVP now at techtowndet.org/4k8IJSg. (fb)

Another successful Retail Boot Camp Showcase in the books! 🥳 The rainy weather did not stop the community from coming out on Tuesday to celebrate the 14 entrepreneurs that graduated from the spring 2025 cohort. Each of these entrepreneurs are eager to open a retail storefront, and we're thrilled to know that our Retail Boot Camp program is helping them prepare for that milestone! 🎊 Congratulations to the five entrepreneurs who won our Kickstart Award: 🏆 Angela Chi of Chi Fan Le 🏆 Ashley Kruszyna of Mimidae Beverage Company 🏆 Eduardo Salas and Melisa Hernandez of Cafe Clark Detroit 🏆 Sydney Noble of The Noble Brand 🏆 Todd Ortbring of Back in the D Congratulations to our People's Choice Award winner, Sarah Reid of Flavorful Creations LLC, who was voted on by the audience! 🙌 We’re proud of all our cohort graduates and appreciate their trust in TechTown Detroit as they elevate the retail businesses in Wayne County and beyond. Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Showcase! 🤗 📸 888 Creative (fb)