FacebookLinkedInRssXYouTube

Entrepreneurs

Michigan Technology News and Entrepreneurs

Michigan State University Foundation Launches $5 Million Venture Fund

LANSING - The Michigan State University Foundation announced the formation of its new, $5 Million venture investing subsidiary, Red Cedar Ventures. Its newest program features both a pre-seed fund and an opportunity fund focused on helping Michigan State University-based startups and technologies overcome critical funding gaps, accelerate growth, and provide follow-on, growth-stage capital. “We have

By |2016-12-13T20:27:12-05:00December 13th, 2016|Entrepreneurs|
Read More

mophie To Expand Southwest Michigan Operations, Create 65 Jobs

KALAMAZOO - Smart phone battery case manufacturer mophie will expand its Texas Township distribution operation creating 65 jobs - with the help of a $375,000 Michigan Business Development Performance grant. mophie will invest $685,000 to complete the project in the small city southwest of Kalamazoo. Michigan was chosen over a competing site in Utah. Founded

By |2016-12-09T17:28:03-05:00December 8th, 2016|Entrepreneurs|
Read More

Michigan State University’s Conquer Accelerator Accepting Applications For Summer 2017 Cohort

EAST LANSING - The Conquer Accelerator program at Michigan State University is accepting applications for its Season Two Cohort, launching in summer 2017, now through February 3. Designed to help both startups and established companies overcome business hurdles, Conquer emphasizes smart planning and growth, extensive mentorship from an experienced bench of professionals, and structured educational components. Any qualifying

By |2016-12-08T13:33:33-05:00December 8th, 2016|Entrepreneurs|
Read More

ACE 17 Entrepreneurial Event Headed Back To Westin Southfield Hotel Jan. 26

SOUTHFIELD — The Annual Collaboration for Entrepreneurship 2017, better known as ACE ’17, will be held Jan. 26 at the Westin Southfield hotel. ACE celebrates and promotes entrepreneurship in the Great Lakes region by bringing together entrepreneurs, service providers, investors, students, government agents, and other members of the business community to network, learn, and connect.

By |2016-12-08T11:12:08-05:00December 8th, 2016|Entrepreneurs|
Read More

Grand Angels Names Former Bissell Executive As New President

HOLLAND - Grand Angels has named Tim Parker, a former research and development executive at Bissell Inc., as its new president. Parker, who most recently ran his own exporting and consulting firm, succeeded Jody Vanderwel as president of the Holland-based angel investment network. He began work two weeks ago after six years of operating T.S.

By |2016-12-08T10:01:55-05:00December 8th, 2016|Entrepreneurs|
Read More

Universal Mind Hosts Mobile Monday Grand Rapids Dec. 12 Event

GRAND RAPIDS - Universal Mind, a digital consulting and services firm, is hosting the next Mobile Monday Grand Rapids (MoMoGR) event on December 12. This panel-style event will take a quick look back at 2016 and an in-depth look at how connected technologies will move businesses forward in 2017. Mobile Monday Grand Rapids is a

By |2016-12-07T18:41:51-05:00December 7th, 2016|Connected Tech, Entrepreneurs|
Read More

M2 TechCast: Inforum’s Shea Interviews Founder Of WorkIT Health Detox Program

ROYAL OAK -  Inforum’s Tember Shea,  Director of its inGAGE program that provides female entrepreneurs with management training, interviews Lisa McLaughlin CEO & Co-Founder of WorkIt Health, which has developed programs to help people overcome addictive behaviors, and provide support to their loved ones. WorkIT Health won the People’s Choice Award earlier this month at

By |2016-11-27T20:12:41-05:00November 27th, 2016|Entrepreneurs, M2 TechCast, Podcasts|
Read More

Applications Open For MSU’s Business Accelerator Program

DETROIT - Startups can now apply to Michigan State University’s summer business accelerator tailored for getting through the early stages of entrepreneurship. Last summer, Conquer Accelerator worked with six teams across its 10-week program. In For Summer 2017 a new cohort of five startup businesses will be accepted. The startups do not have to be student-run.

By |2016-11-23T07:28:52-05:00November 22nd, 2016|Entrepreneurs|
Read More

Friday Last Day To Nominate For Michigan Celebrates Small Business

GRAND RAPIDS - Friday Nov. 25 is the last day to nominate your company or another company for the 2017 Michigan Celebrates Small Business Michigan 50 Companies to Watch & Other Small Business Awards. Michigan Celebrates Small Business remains on the forefront of championing small business and fostering the entrepreneurial spirit in Michigan. The MCSB's

By |2016-11-22T19:28:50-05:00November 22nd, 2016|Entrepreneurs, Featured|
Read More