Business

Mi Padrino founder and CEO Kim Gamez wears one of the masks she and her team created for DoYouMask.com.

From dressing up to masking up: How an Ann Arbor quinceañera-planning business survived the pandemic

Mi Padrino, an online planning platform for for quinceañeras and other traditional Hispanic celebrations, pivoted to sell thousands of masks during the pandemic.

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A photo shoot at StudioStudio.
Ann Arbor photographer and architect launch studio co-working space as a “clubhouse” for creatives

StudioStudio soft-launched in August, and the space's community of users has been growing steadily since then.

AFC Ann Arbor soccer club chair Bilal Saeed.
Washtenaw County tech leaders advocate for their industry to define “talent” by more than a degree

For many jobs in the technology sector, a college degree is the price of admission – and for many who may wish to pursue those jobs, that price is prohibitively high.

BYOC Co. will open a storefront in downtown Ann Arbor.
New Ann Arbor store prioritizes sustainability, asking customers to “bring your own container”

After a year of operating a successful pop-up venture, U-M grad and Chelsea native Emma Hess will open BYOC Co., which specializes in natural cleaning and personal care products.

As Blumira has increased its workforce and plans to double its headcount in 2021, leaders have made connectedness a priority with virtual events to promote camaraderie and help new team members get to know one another.
Boosted by pivot to remote work, Ann Arbor cybersecurity company doubles staff during pandemic

Last year the startup raised $2.6 million, doubled its staff, and saw widespread adoption of its automated cybersecurity threat detection and response platform.  

New Foundry CEO Rich Chang.
How can Washtenaw County build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech sector?

Some local companies have initiated diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, but many are struggling to get a sense of what DEI means, what investing in it entails, and its long-term benefits.

"Workforce@Work" logo.
Michigan Works! Southeast launches “Workforce@Work” podcast to explore future of employment

The new podcast aims to help local job-seekers and employers better understand Southeast Michigan's rapidly changing job market.

Bløm Meadworks owners Lauren Bloom and Matt Ritchey by their outdoor huts.
Ann Arbor and Ypsi restaurants plan to keep outdoor winter dining options for the long term

A number of local restaurants will continue to offer igloos, fire pits, heaters, and other options even though indoor dining reopened on Feb. 1. 

A past SummerWorks participant works with a supervisor.
SummerWorks youth employment program opens applications for professional development, summer jobs

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, SummerWorks has offered young participants professional development, connections with mentors, and opportunities to learn from guest speakers about career paths in a variety of industries. 

The cover image for the Washtenaw County COVID-19 Business Impact Report.
Report finds optimistic outlook among Washtenaw County entrepreneurs, despite COVID-19 challenges

The Washtenaw County COVID-19 Business Impact Report, released on Monday by Ann Arbor-based entrepreneurial research nonprofit EntryPoint, found that over 90% of business owners surveyed felt they would still be in business in June.

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