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NewFoundry CEO Richard Chang.

Workforce Pipeline Summit aims to better engage underserved groups in Michigan’s workforce

Recruiters often overlook seniors, people who have returned from incarceration, veterans, and other groups. Summit organizer Rich Chang wants to create a long-term strategy to change that.

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Laura Khoury of Shoptelligence.
Michigan Angel Fund invests in four women-owned companies

A managing partner of the fund says this is an indicator of the fact that "there are more women-led companies in the pipeline than ever before." 

777 E. Eisenhower.
Having filled iconic “777” building, Oxford Companies plans broader improvements for south Ann Arbor

Oxford wants to transform the space in southern Ann Arbor into a downtown environment where people can live, work, and play.

L to R Tyrone Bridges, Kenneth Snowdon, Jared Taylor and Coleman Snowdon
Ypsi Township resident teaches young people contracting and handyman skills through paid jobs

Young people in Tyrone Bridges' Youth 2 Contractors program make at least $10-$12 an hour while learning skills that they could turn into adult careers.

Literati Bookstore.
Literati one of five finalists for national Bookstore of the Year award

Although Ann Arbor's Literati only opened in 2013, it's worked hard to make a mark – and Publishers Weekly has taken notice.

Agricole Farm Stop.
New local produce store modeled after Ann Arbor’s Argus Farm Stop to open in Chelsea

Agricole Farm Stop aims to support the local farm economy by selling locally-grown food and giving farmers 75 percent of the selling price.

MySideKick founder and CEO Erin Rose.
App designed to combat sexual violence is among Ann Arbor companies competing in SXSW Pitch event

MySideKick, which offers a variety of tools to prevent sexual violence, is one of three local companies among the 50 finalists who will compete in Austin this March.

Summer18 participant Tyisha Thompson at the U-M Athletics Department.
Anticipating growth, summer employment program for county youth seeks new employers

Having doubled the number of youth it employs since it started in 2016, the Summer19 program is aiming to keep expanding this year.

Shigeto performing with Matthew Dear at The Blind Pig
Live music’s next act in Washtenaw County

With shared values of prioritizing the music, offering intimate experiences, and working out of pure love for the business, several venues are setting Washtenaw County up for a live music resurgence in 2019 and beyond.

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With kennel management software acquisition, Ann Arbor company adds North Carolina office

Strong growth in the pet services industry has prompted the local business management software firm to add to its lineup of pet-related offerings.

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