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Hear from Michigan Founders Fund’s Executive Director at Venue Connect as he shares his vision for Michigan's entrepreneurial future and the launch of a new Pre-Accelerator program! ??? Oct 23 | 5:00-6:30 PM ?? 4M Venue ??? Free — register below! ??

The Economic Development Council of Livingston County is hosting its Annual Meeting on 11/7! Join us to recognize growth and success in the region, present awards to local businesses, and hear from our featured panel! ??? 11/7 | 5-8pm ?? Oak Pointe Country Club ??? https://lnkd.in/g9F-emHi

Calling all job seekers in Ann Arbor! We have new job openings waiting for you: ?? a2spark.org/A2Jobs Michigan Works! Southeast | Arbor Research Collaborative for Health | University of Michigan - Center for Academic Innovation | Gift of Life Michigan #AnnArborJobs #NowHiring #ypsilanti #AnnArborSPARK #AnnArbor

Cinnaholic: Sweet, Vegan, and Sustainable At Cinnaholic, it’s more than just cinnamon rolls—it’s about making a positive impact. This all-vegan bakery is committed to reducing their use of plastics and disposable containers, while their plant-based approach further reduces environmental impact. Ann Arbor proved to be the perfect spot to bring their sustainable mission, and with the support of Ann Arbor SPARK, they continue to find new ways to reduce their footprint. Join the Green Business Challenge! ?? a2spark.org/GBC #SustainableBakery #PlantBasedGoodness #Cinnaholic #AnnArborEats

Huge congrats to all of the companies named a ‘Top Tech Company to Watch’ by Purpose Jobs! Shout out to the Ann Arbor-based companies that are featured: ?? KLA ??Voxel51 ??AccumTech ??Tandem ??EVenergi ??Blackwell Security, Inc. ??Plinqit ??InfoReady Corporation Check the details out here: https://lnkd.in/grRec38m #topstartups #technews #tech #purposejobs

I had the privilege of attending HistoSonics, Inc.'s ribbon-cutting for their new office in Ann Arbor yesterday. The event highlighted the incredible progress their team has made in developing a technology that improves cancer treatment and the lives of patients being treated. I think this is just the beginning of what their work can achieve. Congratulations to the entire team—excited to see you continue growing and changing lives!

?? As the Wolverines head to Champaign, IL to take on the Fighting Illini this week, we’re diving into a regional comparison of Ann Arbor and Urbana-Champaign. From economic indicators to academic strengths, see how these college towns stack up against each other!???? #GoBlue #AnnArbor #RegionalComparison

?? Check out the events happening this week around Ann Arbor: Tuesday (10/15) at 3:00 p.m. Celebrate Invention An annual event that honors U-M inventors and the growing impact of U-M innovations, including demonstrations from promising U-M startups, discussion panels featuring prominent inventors and alumni, networking opportunities, and the Distinguished University Innovator of the Year Award ceremony. Tuesday (10/15) at 5:00 p.m. A2 BioSocial | October Edition Build meaningful connections and celebrate the spirit of collaboration within the dynamic life sciences community, this month, at Cahoots. Wednesday (10/16) and Thursday (10/17) XR, Generative AI, and the Future of Experiential Technologies The Center for Academic Innovation showcases the transformative impact of extended reality, generative AI, and innovative technologies on education. Hear from leaders in the field on how their organizations are embracing the future of experiential tech through panels, fireside chats, networking, vendor demos, and more. Thursday (10/17) at 12:00 p.m. SPARK.ed | Pitch Decks, Investors, and Capital Raises ? Explore the essential components of building a compelling pitch deck, focusing on how to effectively communicate your business vision and value proposition. We’ll delve into the investor’s perspective, examining how they analyze pitch decks to make informed decisions and provide strategies that can bring attention to your firm’s capital raise. Thursday (10/17) at 5:00 p.m. The Future of Work in Michigan by Ben Marchionna Join the U-M School of Information Future of Work Theme Year keynote talk by Ben Marchionna, a forward-thinking tech, strategy, and operations leader with a proven history of building collaborative, entrepreneurial-minded teams to tackle the world’s toughest innovation challenges. As Michigan’s first-ever Chief Innovation Ecosystem Officer, Ben oversees and directs the holistic development, growth, and sustainability of the rapidly growing Michigan innovation economy.

Exciting events coming up this week! Don't miss out on the opportunity to network, learn, and get inspired. Check out our events calendar to register! ??? a2spark.org/events #AnnArborSPARK #MichiganBusiness #StartupSupport #Networking #BusinessGrowth

The Small Business Support initiative has already welcomed over 200 businesses since its inception this past spring, offering business support and mentorship specifically designed for entrepreneurs impacted by COVID-19, socially or economically disadvantaged individuals, and minority-owned businesses. This collaboration is paving the way for sustainable growth in Washtenaw, Livingston, and Monroe counties. Read more!??