Detroit-based small business incubator, Ponyride, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan [BGCSM] recently announced a partnership aimed at supporting social entrepreneurs in the city. The effort will see the allocation of 20,000 square feet of co-working and manufacturing space across Detroit and
The City of Detroit is partnering with the fashion label Detroit Vs. Everybody to hold the Everybody Vs. COVID-19 Digital Unity Festival on May 29 - 30. The Unity Festival will be held with the goal of building continual awareness for the COVID-19 Pandemic, as
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to hardships and forced adaptations in the business world. Many are now unemployed, and many are finding a way to adapt to working from home and navigating a new normal of business structure. Speaking on the current situation, Ryan Landau,
We know the hospitality scene well. The echo of conversations mixes with the hum of laughter, setting the mood as menus are passed out before us. The bartender smiles, fills a Collins glass with water for each guest and asks how we are this evening.
With many different local avenues of food assistance available to Detroit amid the ongoing pandemic, World Central Kitchen [WCK] has become the latest player working to provide relief in the city. Operating as a not-for-profit non-governmental organization, World Central Kitchen has a history of working
Are you on the jobs hunt? At Detroitisit we're focused on moving the opportunities in the city forward with support where needed, so we've pulled together a THIRD comprehensive list stemming from jobs with no required prerequisites, all the way up to jobs that need
If you are among those that have lost their job due to the COVID-19 pandemic or currently employed and looking for a new career path, it is time to update your resume. To attract potential employers, your resume should always represent the most recent experiences
Before COVID-19, urban farming was one way in which some of Detroit's local bars and restaurants received their fresh goods. Now though, as many have been forced to temporarily close, or scale back service, some farms that supplied these outlets have found themselves in a
Detroit Is THIS is hosted by Ivana Kalafatic, founder of Detroitisit. The show sees thought leaders, community change agents, makers, innovators, and entrepreneurs share their personal and professional stories. Through these conversations, we’ll explore opportunities and solutions for the times we find ourselves in. In Episode 1,
Its been a few weeks now, and we're all probably a little tired of home cooking. Luckily, there are many Detroit restaurants you can support that offer curbside pick-up amid the ongoing pandemic. Not only can you get a great bite, but you'll also support the
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