Build Institute

Join us TONIGHT at BUILD Institute for our FREE Email Marketing Master Class, facilitated by the prolific Cierra Seay, marketing maven and founder of The Revive Group.

Link to register: https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/210/1956

Are you using your email list to its fullest potential?

✅ Start an email list if you don’t already have one
✅ Turn subscribers into paying customers
✅ Write engaging marketing emails (even if you don’t like writing or using AI)

Email Marketing Master Class Details:

📅 Monday, October 20th, 2025
🏬 In-person @ BUILD
🕕 6pm – 8pm
💲 FREE
📚 Facilitated by Cierra Seay

⛄🎁 OPEN CITY: Sleigh the Season 🎁⛄ presented by BUILD Institute and TechTown Detroit | NEXT Thursday, October 23rd @ The Congregation ⛪

Link to register:
https://techtown.zohobackstage.com/OpenCitySleightheSeason

Join BUILD Institute and TechTown Detroit next Thursday for an engaging panel with successful Detroit-based entrepreneurs as they discuss the proven processes, promotions, and preparations that will propel your small business to have a prosperous holiday season ✨

Panel Moderator 📣

Lawrielle West – Founder, KwanzaaMe | +

Panelists 🎤

Sean Williams – Chief Executive Officer, Detroit VS Everybody |

Lauren Stovall – Business Lead & Legacy Preserver, Hot Sam’s Detroit | +

Jennyfer Crawford – Founder, AskJennyfer & All Things Detroit | +

Ronier Golightly – Owner, Motor City Popcorn |

Space is limited – RSVP now!

BUILD is thrilled that our resources, events, and programs are featured on the MI Small Business Helper! So much gratitude for the team and for designing this incredible platform – finding the right resource as a small business owner in Southeast Michigan has never been easier!

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MI Small Business Helper is a free to use, digital platform connecting Southeast Michigan entrepreneurs and founders to trusted local resources, guides, and programs — all in one easy-to-use place. Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, it’s your entry point into the small business support network!

The platform includes the following features and tools, all in one place for premium access:

✅ Searchable directory of resources
✅ Step-by-step business guides
✅ Curated events calendar
✅ Library of downloadable resources
✅ Regulatory considerations
✅ Live grant opportunities

Visit michigansmallbusinesshelper.com to start exploring today!

⛄🎁 OPEN CITY: Sleigh the Season 🎁⛄ presented by BUILD Institute and TechTown Detroit | Thursday, October 23rd @ The Congregation ⛪

Link to register:
https://techtown.zohobackstage.com/OpenCitySleightheSeason

Join BUILD Institute and TechTown Detroit for an evening of candid conversation with local entrepreneurs as they share proven strategies to maximize holiday sales. From creative promotions and customer engagement to operational planning and scaling, this panel will equip small business owners with actionable tools to finish the year strong and step into the holiday season with confidence.

Panel Moderator 📣

Lawrielle West – Founder, KwanzaaMe | +

Panelists 🎤

Sean Williams – Chief Executive Officer, Detroit VS Everybody |

Lauren Stovall – Business Lead & Legacy Preserver, Hot Sam’s Detroit | +

Jennyfer Crawford – Founder, AskJennyfer & All Things Detroit | +

Ronier Golightly – Owner, Motor City Popcorn |

Space is limited so RSVP now to reserve your space and SLEIGH the 2025 holiday season with BUILD Institute and Tech Town Detroit 🛷💪🏽