Posts In "Stories"

Hundreds Learn About Launching a Social Enterprise in Detroit

May 23, 2016

“Doing well while doing good.” “Profit with a purpose.” These were the type of phrases bantered about on Wednesday, May 5, at Social Entrepreneur Day, part of Detroit Entrepreneur Week, May 2-7, 2016. The day was presented in partnership with BUILD Institute, which is a strong advocate for social enterprise and small business support. …more

Woodbridge Bikes and Coffee: The story of partnership through BUILD

August 31, 2015

For many of our graduates, BUILD Institute is a place to toss around a business idea, find support in an entrepreneurial environment, and get connected to a network of doers that welcome collaboration. For some, BUILD becomes the place where they found exactly what they needed to launch their idea – a business partner. Jonathon …more

Embracing Human Nature: Entrepreneurship

August 19, 2015

It’s a funny thing about humans, our propensity to be natural-born problem solvers. We constantly want to fix things, to improve and make them better. This past year I’ve learned that’s why so many of the people moving to or staying in Detroit have intentionally done so. Detroit is a place full of problems that …more

BUILD hosts Duke Engage Fellowship interns

July 21, 2015

We’re so fortunate to work with Duke University hosting 2 summer interns, Liz and Ryan, as part of the Duke Engage Fellowship program. You can read about their experience living, working, and playing in Detroit here. Check out the interview Liz did with our executive director April Boyle here. Check out the interview Ryan did with …more