New report finds robust Michigan angel investment community investing heavily in IT, life sciences
A new statewide initiative managed by Ann Arbor SPARK revealed some impressive statistics on angel investors in Michigan.
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Dexter native returns home to open Michigan office for Silicon Valley company
Carl Arft has happy memories of growing up in Dexter, so he was happy to recommend that his employer open its second North American location there.
Teens generate 25 new business ideas at new workshop for young entrepreneurs
A group of high schoolers and middle schoolers have been learning the ropes of entrepreneurship and developing their own business ideas through the Running Start program.
Iconic restaurant makes unusual move – from Ypsi to Ann Arbor
Dalat has seemed on the brink of closure multiple times in recent years. However, a new generation is now taking over the business and relocating it from Ypsi to Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor employers launch summer program designed to retain young talent
AfterWork will offer social and professional programming to participants in an effort to help them connect with one another, their community, and other businesses and organizations.
Pittsfield Township-based technology firm Dynics to expand, add jobs
The company will spend more than $800,000 adding 11,000 square feet to its building and will add 10 new employees to its current team of 77.
Staying Power: How 55-year-old Stadium Hardware holds its own against chains and online retailers
The Ann Arbor hardware store has thrived by relying on old-fashioned skills: building long-term relationships and giving great customer service.
Digital is dead, but Ann Arbor’s independent record stores are keeping vinyl in rotation
Vinyl isn't just "back" anymore. It's become a consistent bright spot for the tumultuous music industry, particularly local businesses like Ann Arbor's four long-running independent record stores.
SPARK annual meeting highlights: Tackling Michigan’s fear of the future and a new summer tech event
In addition to David Egner's keynote, the meeting included the announcement of SPARK's new strategic plan and a new multi-day summer event called A2Tech360.
Video VIDEO: Take a guided tour of the design behind Duo Security, Nightcap, and Bløm Meadworks
Duo Security, Nightcap, and the forthcoming Bløm Meadworks are just a few of the many Ann Arbor businesses designed by Synecdoche Design Studio. Synecdoche's Adam Smith took us on a video tour to explain the design inspiration behind each of them.
Dexter native returns home to open Michigan office for Silicon Valley company
Carl Arft has happy memories of growing up in Dexter, so he was happy to recommend that his employer open its second North American location there.
Teens generate 25 new business ideas at new workshop for young entrepreneurs
A group of high schoolers and middle schoolers have been learning the ropes of entrepreneurship and developing their own business ideas through the Running Start program.
Iconic restaurant makes unusual move – from Ypsi to Ann Arbor
Dalat has seemed on the brink of closure multiple times in recent years. However, a new generation is now taking over the business and relocating it from Ypsi to Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor employers launch summer program designed to retain young talent
AfterWork will offer social and professional programming to participants in an effort to help them connect with one another, their community, and other businesses and organizations.
Pittsfield Township-based technology firm Dynics to expand, add jobs
The company will spend more than $800,000 adding 11,000 square feet to its building and will add 10 new employees to its current team of 77.
Staying Power: How 55-year-old Stadium Hardware holds its own against chains and online retailers
The Ann Arbor hardware store has thrived by relying on old-fashioned skills: building long-term relationships and giving great customer service.
Digital is dead, but Ann Arbor’s independent record stores are keeping vinyl in rotation
Vinyl isn't just "back" anymore. It's become a consistent bright spot for the tumultuous music industry, particularly local businesses like Ann Arbor's four long-running independent record stores.
SPARK annual meeting highlights: Tackling Michigan’s fear of the future and a new summer tech event
In addition to David Egner's keynote, the meeting included the announcement of SPARK's new strategic plan and a new multi-day summer event called A2Tech360.
Video VIDEO: Take a guided tour of the design behind Duo Security, Nightcap, and Bløm Meadworks
Duo Security, Nightcap, and the forthcoming Bløm Meadworks are just a few of the many Ann Arbor businesses designed by Synecdoche Design Studio. Synecdoche's Adam Smith took us on a video tour to explain the design inspiration behind each of them.
