Accounting Systems I Consulting Services I Tax Prep I Financial Statement Prep I Internal Controls

As a native Detroiter, Diamond earned both her Bachelor's in Accounting and Master of Science in Accounting from Wayne State University. She began her career in public accounting in 2013 and became a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Michigan in 2016. Diamond has an extensive background in for-profit accounting, taxes, employee benefits plans, and is also certified in Blockchain Technology.

Manufacturing / Distribution | Operations | Space Design | Strategy + Business Development

Shane serves as Director of Engineering for Seraph Biosciences, Inc. drawing upon 10+ years of laboratory research, engineering design, + business management. As the founder + president of the Sustainable Consulting Group, Shane successfully managed engineering design efforts for both startup companies + established medical device + engineering clients throughout the United States as well as Eastern Africa.

Food + Beverage I Licensing + Regulations I Business Planning I Bilingüe

Alondra is a Detroit native working for the Michigan State University Product Center. She helps food and agricultural businesses launch and expand into the booming Michigan food industry. She can provide assistance in marketing, business planning, and food regulations/licenses. If you are considering starting a food business in Michigan, a conversation with Alondra can help you make informed decisions about your business venture.

Human Resources I Compliance I Hiring + Interview Processes I Employee Support

Your People Solutions is here to guide you through all "your people" questions and challenges. We ensure you are compliant with “your people” processes and practices including but not limited to; handbook, forms, job descriptions, posting requirements, employee issues, etc. Our consultants have over 50 years combined experience in Human Resources working with a myriad of difference industries.

Employee Benefits + Compensation I Diversity + Inclusion I Compliance I Policy Development

TeQuion Brookins, a Detroit native, is the founder and owner of TeQuionBrookins.com, a business consultancy designed to support startups. She holds Masters degrees in Business Administration and in Finance from Walsh College of Business & Accountancy. TeQuion offers expertise in human resources including: employee benefits and compensation, recruitment and retention strategy, compliance, and policy development.

Cybersecurity Services I Data + Analytics I IT Solutions

A native Michigander, Evan received his Master of Science in Management Information Systems from Central Michigan University. He specializes in cybersecurity operations, network defense, vulnerability assessments, IT support services, and cloud storage. As the owner of TeamLogic IT, his passion is to educate and assist businesses with their technology investments.

Technical Writing I User Experience I User Interface

Dr. Jared Grogan is the coordinator of a partnership between Wayne State University and TechTown that pairs technical communication students with startups to work on collaborative writing and design projects. He specializes is supporting startups with website
copy, User Interface and User Experience studies, design for manufacturing, software documentation, and social media. Jared has been connecting startups to WSU resources since 2016.

Legal I Contract Attorney I Cybersecurity I Software I Risk Assessment

Lauren is the owner of Nervy Mise PLLC, a legal consulting firm specializing in technology contracts and transactions. A native Detroiter, she has expertise in providing legal services to technology-based companies, ensuring that products, services, and intellectual property are protected.

Corporate Law I Contracts + Negotiations I Trademark + Copyright I Operating Agreements I Intellectual Property

Hadi A. Harp is the founding attorney of HARP LAW, a Los Angeles and Detroit based law firm providing legal services to startups and small businesses, bridging the access to justice gap. He specializes in corporate law, trademarks, copyrights, and contract negotiation. Hadi studied public policy and economics at U of M and received his law degree from the UCLA School of Law.

Legal Entity Formation I Business + Partnership Contracts I Real Estate I Intellectual Property

Canvas Legal was founded by Erin Bonahoom to make legal counsel accessible to small businesses in the Detroit area. Canvas Legal offers a range of legal services to companies of all sizes including, but not limited to, legal entity formation, partnership contracts, employment and hiring practices, real estate, business contracts, and intellectual property.

Cybersecurity | Contracts + Negotiation | Tech Transfer | Copyright | Trademarks

Max focuses his practice on intellectual property protection + litigation, entertainment law, and commercial contracts, including drafting + negotiation of contracts + licenses. He has extensive experience prosecuting trademark applications with the US Patent and Trademark Office, as well as litigating trademark disputes. Max appears before state, federal + appellate courts related to all aspects of civil business litigation

Logistics I Supply Chain Management I Operations

​David is the founder of the Crysler Club, a consulting company that helps small business owners streamline their internal processes and improve logistics. Prior to entrepreneurship, David worked for a large nationwide manufacturer and supplier, and he is passionate about using the knowledge he acquired to support the small business economy. He has extensive experience with system implementation and increasing supply chain efficiency.

Wholesale | E-Commerce

After a 25+ year career in sales and marketing with Kimberly-Clark Corporation, I co-founded a company six years ago, Thumbprint Artifacts. We import handcrafted items from South Africa and distribute to the US market - both wholesale and e-commerce. Four years ago when we had distribution with 200+ retailers, my home could no longer hold the inventory. So, in 2018 we opened our own fulfillment center in Detroit to service Thumbprint Artifacts + the needs of other small businesses.

Diversity + Inclusion I Social Media Marketing I Branding I Public Relations I Digital Design I Strategy + Business Development

Juan Carlos Dueweke-Pérez is an immigrant, social entrepreneur, photographer, and futurist. The founder of Featherstone Moments, a multicultural marketing agency, his expertise ranges from content development and strategy to public relations for minority-owned businesses. Juan Carlos believes his biggest impact is providing trust and resourcefulness in working relationships.

Digital Marketing I Content Creation I Branding I Marketing Strategy I Copywriting I Mobile App Marketing

Khaliph specializes in digital marketing, content creation, branding, and mobile app marketing. He has a strong eye for design, copywriting, and the ability to create compelling digital content. Khaliph also has experience with mobile app marketing and can provide insight into mobile ad networks, as well as app publishing processes to mobile portals.

Branding I Strategy + Business Development I Social Media Marketing I Communications

A native Detroiter, Pamela is the owner and senior consultant of The Hill Street Group, a marketing consultancy focusing on supporting small businesses with communications skills and strategy. With an extensive background in marketing and communications, she has expertise in supporting startups as they develop and practice presentations, creating powerful first impressions that foster lasting professional relationships.

Branding I Digital Media + Web Development I Social Media I Value Proposition

Lisa is the founder of Vivid Visual Solutions, a branding agency specializing in helping business owners create specific brand and marketing strategies that convert web users to sales. She has over 15 years of experience working for both local small businesses, as well as corporate companies, creating professional and effective digital experiences.

Marketing + Advertising | Digital Design | Public Relations | Strategy + Business Development

As the Founder and CEO of TS2 Digital, Tiana operates a digital marketing consultancy that makes big agency strategy, solutions and talent accessible to small businesses. Known to be diligent and resourceful, Tiana is keen on using data to inform each area of marketing strategy and tactical project execution. She has more than 12 years’ experience leading high-profile marketing initiatives.

Art | Marketing + Advertising | Branding | Public Relations | Digital Design

Jodie first started consulting with small businesses as a Peace Corps in Nicaragua. She later joined corporate America and managed multi-faceted marketing strategy and implementation for large brands in the travel industry. Now, as the Principal of Standby Marketing, Jodie works with a variety of business types to create and refine their marketing approach.

Retail I Brick + Mortar Operations I Retail Pop-Up Support I Visual Merchandising I Customer Service

Carrie has been on the front lines of retail operations having been a small business owner for twelve years. She enjoys mentoring and supporting others, and has a strong background in merchandising, product selection, customer service, promotions, shopping trade shows, store events, and pop-ups.

Retail I Operations I Visual Merchandising I Business Strategy I Brick & Mortar Operations I Pop-Up Support

Christina provides support to small business owners as they strengthen business concepts, open physical locations, and continue to grow. She has over 20 years experience in retail management, operations, product development and non-profit leadership. Her areas of specialty include business strategy, operations, staff training, visual merchandising, pop-ups, and inventory management.

Areas of Specialty: Microlending | Banking Financing | Start-up Support + Brick and Mortar | Business Plans

Warren Galloway is a strong advocate of microlending, and has taken the lead in promoting it as an important resource for small businesses throughout Michigan. He is an author of four books and the founder of the National Microloan Conference—an annual conference for microlending industry professionals (lenders, entrepreneurs, bankers, and service providers).

Areas of Specialty: Bilingual | Community Resources | Event Planning + Outreach

A native of Durango, Mexico, Mayté has lived in Michigan for over 25 years. Mayté brings a tremendous network to TechTown from over 20 years of service to Southwest Detroit communities through a mix of community and economic development. Her background allows for an understanding of the unique bicultural/bilingual circumstances of the SW community. Because of this, she is able to personally connect with entrepreneurs.

Zonas de Especialidad: Bilingüe I Recursos Comunitarios I Planificación de Eventos

Originalmente de Durango, México, Mayté lleva más de 25 años viviendo en Michigan. Ella trae una red enorme a TechTown, cultivada sobre más de 20 años de servicio a las comunidades del suroeste a través de una mezcla de desarrollo comunitario y económico. Su experiencia permite un conocimiento de las circunstancias biculturales únicas de la comunidad. Debido a esto, ella se connecta personalmente con empresario

Areas of Specialty: Start-up Support + Brick and Mortar (especially restaurants and retail) | Operational Support for Restaurants

As the owner of 2 local businesses, Heather enjoys helping neighborhood businesses work through their challenges, from obtaining a liquor license to hiring their first employee to implementing operational processes and procedures. Heather gained considerable experience through her 10+ years negotiating leases and other agreement for large commercial property owners.

Areas of Specialty: Web/Mobile Apps | Growth | Strategy

David has a rich background in tech with a deep focus on software. Over the last 20 years, he has helped small businesses to Fortune 100 companies build and maintain critical software apps on various platforms. In 2008, he realized his dream of entrepreneurship + started a B2B consulting firm servicing small to medium-sized businesses in Web and iOS product development. In March of 2015, David became the 4th employee at StockX.

Areas of Specialty: Strategy | Intellectual Property | Fundraising | Hardware

Fathi is a tech entrepreneur based out of San Jose and Detroit. He is very passionate about developing solutions that have substantial social and economic impact and is a member of several entrepreneurial communities, including TechStars, Sprint Accelerator, Jumpstart Foundry, Startup Weekend, and Seamless IoT. He has served as a mentor and entrepreneur-in-residence within several economic development orgs around the world.

Areas of Specialty: Finance + Accounting | Financial Projections | Business Plans | Start-up Support + Brick and Mortar

Lawrence has been an advisor and business advocate to profit and nonprofit businesses for over 20 years. His strength is the development and implementation of action plans by analyzing the financial profiles of the enterprise. His customer service orientation is the basis for his knowledge and expertise in: banking products, analysis and problem solving, and workshop facilitation.

Areas of Specialty: Product Launch | Marketing | Customer Discovery | Business Models

Jeff Ponders II is a modern-day Batman. By day, he leverages experience as an exec with agencies like Leo Burnett and Digitas to develop marketing & innovation strategies for ambitious brands. By night, he performs as a jazz saxophonist. In between, the serial tech entrepreneur coaches startups and helps orgs achieve peak performance as a keynote speaker.

Marketing + Advertising | Public Relations | Real Estate | Retail

With more than 15 years of experience in the public relations and social media sectors, Jennifer L. Foster is the founder and president of Catalyst Media Factory (CMF). The company provides media relations (public relations) and social media support to small and growing businesses in Detroit and across the country. Named as one of Crain Detroit's 2018 Notable Women in Marketing, she holds multiple degrees from the University of Michigan.

Retail I Visual Merchandising I Space Design I Sales Analysis I Design Process

With over 7 years experience in visual merchandising, Amanda's passion is supporting small businesses in creating unforgettable retail experiences. She works with clients to use sales analysis data to guide merchandising decisions. Amanda has extensive experience in planning, designing, and staging retail spaces. She holds a Bachelor's of Science in Interior Design from Western Michigan University.

E-Commerce | Online Marketplace | Strategy | Retail Marketing + Advertising | Product Marketing + Development | Strategy + Business Dev | User Experience

Rob is the product owner for a big data platform that powers analytics + production data pipelines for global eCommerce businesses. Rob has lead product + design teams that facilitated 200+ teams' ability to launch projects on Seller Central for Amazon. Rob spent 15+ years working in eCommerce business + technology at several large scale companies.