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J Keller Properties staff at the Michigan Celebrates Small Business ceremony.

Three Ann Arbor firms named in “50 Michigan Companies to Watch” list

The annual awards ceremony is intended to be the Academy Awards for small business in Michigan.

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John and Ruth Loomis.
Zingerman’s Creamery cofounder to open cheese shop in Saline

The Cheese Shop of Saline will offer a variety of cheeses, along with accompaniments like cured meats, olive oil, bread, wine, and craft beer.

SPARK 2016 and 2017 FastTrack Award winners.
See which companies were recognized for up to a decade of 20% annual growth at FastTrack Awards

Ann Arbor SPARK honored 18 area companies showing above-average growth at its recent annual meeting, including software company Llamasoft, which has received the award for 10 years in a row.

Kevin Spall and Gregg Swanson at Thomson-Shore in Dexter
How Thomson-Shore beat the Great Recession and a publishing industry in turmoil

The recession marked the end of an era for the Dexter-based publisher. But it also sparked fresh innovation that's moved Thomson-Shore into an entirely new era of success.

The interior of HOMES Brewery.
HOMES brewery opens, spotlighting sour beers and Asian street food

Ann Arbor's ninth brewery has been delayed due to red tape and building renovations, but it plans to distinguish itself through unique offerings and a focus on its west-side community.

Michigan Venture Capital Association executive director Maureen Miller Brosnan.
Report: Ann Arbor still the center of Michigan’s growing venture capital ecosystem

The Michigan Venture Capital Association’s 2017 research report shows growth both in the number of venture-backed startups and the number of venture capital investment professionals working in the state.

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Ann Arbor Distilling Co. gins win national awards

Although the distillery has only been in business for a little over a year, its craft beer-inspired approach to spirits is drawing major accolades.

Larrea Young, Sue Dean and Grace Hsia of Warmilu
Washtenaw County’s social entrepreneurs are saving babies, fighting hunger – and making money

Multiple Washtenaw County businesses are pursuing a path of social entrepreneurship, blending a traditional for-profit mentality with a nonprofit's sense of philanthropic mission. Here's how they're pulling it off.

Ann Arbor artist Niki Williams, whose work will be featured in the inaugural Straight Up show at Alley Bar.
Essential arts events for April 2017

Our monthly guide to innovative Washtenaw County arts events includes an interactive art installation at Ann Arbor Distilling Co. and a one-night art show at Alley Bar.

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First Capital Fund established to help Michigan’s early-stage startups thrive

Supported by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and New Economy Initiative, the fund's goal is to raise $4.2 million in two years and offer up to $150,000 in capital to early-stage startups. 

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