Dr. Marlo Rencher, former senior director of technology-based programs at TechTown Detroit, sat down with Angeline Lawrence to discuss how TechTown’s technology-based programs will work to address mobility issues facing Detroit and the future of Detroit as an epicenter for mobility innovation. During her tenure at TechTown, Marlo worked to ensure o…

Myles Morgan, a trained therapist who chose a path toward leadership and entrepreneurship provides a deep dive exploring the inner work that founders, leaders, and creatives must engage in to produce consistent breakthroughs on their journey to execute visions. Some of the topics include: The difference between traditional therapy and fulfillment c…

Christina Devlin, retail strategist at TechTown Detroit, discusses the growth of brick-and-mortar businesses in the face of online stores and COVID-19. She shares tips and strategies for retailers to prepare for the holiday shopping season.Av TechTown Detroit

Importance of Customer Engagement Chinonye Akunne, founder and owner of ILERA Apothecary, is a TechTown Detroit alum. We discuss the importance of customer engagement and how it led to the expansion of her business. Chinonye Akunne, MPH, is an award-winning entrepreneur and leader. She has a history of building and running organizations including I…

Donald Robinson II was born in Detroit, MI. He is a web developer/designer, audio and video producer, content creator and tech instructor. He has worked extensively in teaching coding and web development to kids. He has worked as a tech instructor for JOURNi, Ford Fund/The Bus Stops Here Foundation’s Innovation Huddle, SMASH Wayne State University,…

Nate Talbot, Detroit Blockchain Center Check out this month’s episode as Angeline Lawrence, director of entrepreneurial education at TechTown Detroit, interviews Nate Talbot, director of the Detroit Blockchain Center. He explains the blockchain and how entrepreneurs can use NFTs (non-fungible tokens) as a digital strategy to grow their business.…

Elle, also known as Paula Tutman, is a multi-award-winning broadcast journalist and inventor of the patent-pending Bra-Less Bra, an Instant Cleavage Sculpting Solution™. Tutman shares her journey of entrepreneurship as she solved a painful problem for full-figured women.Av TechTown Detroit

We discuss the longevity of Mark S. Lee as a marketing and communications professional and his experience as a writer covering stories about small businesses in the Michigan Chronicle and Crain's Detroit Business publications. He also shares the five (5) mistakes companies make when communicating to their potential customers.…

Myka Burley is a native Detroiter, and oversees digital equity and inclusion investments and initiatives as a Program Manager on the Education & Employment team of the Rocket Community Fund. Connect 313 efforts has nearly 85,000 Detroit homes enrolled in EBB (Emergency Broadband Benefit) program. She studied Behavioral Science at the University of …

Kate Bryan is an Emmy-nominated producer, writer, storyteller and founder of The 1 Girl Revolution and host of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast. 1 Girl Revolution is a multimedia platform that uses Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and a podcast to highlight the stories of everyday women and girls who are changing the world through their lives. 1 …

Interview Paul Jones, Business Support Director with Invest Detroit. We discuss the new funding with New Economy Initiative, Southeast Michigan Community Foundation and Invest Detroit. Paul explains the importance of a digital strategy for small businesses and the need for business support organizations need to track the results from programs and c…

Erin Bonahoom is the founder of Canvas Legal, PLC, a law practice based in Detroit that provides comprehensive legal services to established businesses, startups, and nonprofits in Southeast Michigan. Erin advises nonprofit organizations and businesses from a variety of different industries in connection with formation, governance, employment, gene…

Conversation on Tech with Dr. Marlo Rencher. Insightful discussion about Tech Programs at TechTown and why Business Owners should embrace Tech. Marlo is TechTown’s Director of Technology-Based Programs. She works to ensure that our tech-based programs are as diverse, inclusive, and equitable as possible. She is an entrepreneur, anthropologist and e…

Belinda Turner-Dubois Conversation on creating economic opportunity and access to capital in our community. By assisting individuals support their families by owning their own businessesAv TechTown Detroit

On this week's episode, host Lawrence Jackson interviews TechTown's fearless leader, Ned Staebler for a frank discussion on leadership and entrepreneurship.Av TechTown Detroit

Deep dive into the DNEP Program (Detroit Neighborhood Entrepreneurs Project) and some of the outstanding work the students from University of Michigan have done.Av TechTown Detroit

On this week's episode, host Lawrence Jackson interviews Dr. Dawn Batts, Capital Strategist at TechTown. Dawn reveals insights about raising capital and what it takes to be successful whether that be as a tech founder or a small business owner.Av TechTown Detroit

In episode 5 of the Building Business Podcast, LJ has a conversation with Shawntay Dixon, a 20-year business development professional with experience as a business consultant, trainer and director of entrepreneurship programs. Shawntay holds an MBA in Management, the Certified Workforce Development Professional designation and is a Certified DISC C…

In the fourth episode of the Building Business Podcast, Lawrence Jackson interviews TechTown Capital Strategist, Warren Galloway, about funding and preparation for funding.Av TechTown Detroit

In the third episode of the Building Business Podcast, Lawrence Jackson interviews TechTown Retail Strategist Christina Devlin to discuss entrepreneurship, TechTown's resources and doing business in Detroit.Av TechTown Detroit

In the second episode of the Building Business Podcast, TechTown's Lawrence Jackson speaks with Dr. Paul Thomas, MD of Plum Health in Detroit, MI about alternative delivery of heath care and combating the high cost of heath insurance.Av TechTown Detroit

In the premiere episode of the Building Business Podcast, Lawrence Jackson, TechTown's director of entrepreneurial education, interviews Pierre Batton, executive vice president of small business services at Detroit Economic Growth Corporation.