Posts In "Detroit Entrepreneur"


Limited Edition Holiday BUILD Box 2017


September 18, 2017

  BUILD Institute is proud to introduce to you a carefully curated box of exciting goodies from Detroit-based small businesses. Shipped directly to your door in time for your holiday gatherings, our BUILD Box features a wonderful selection of products from our graduates. The box makes a perfect gift for friends, family or clients and …more

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The Importance of Financial Literacy for Micro-Businesses


April 7, 2017

The need for financial literacy is clear in both our personal lives and in business, but perhaps the highest stakes for personal financial adeptness is in micro-business. BUILD Institute defines a micro-business as a small company, usually made up of less than five employees. These ultra-small operations often rely on one or two key individuals …more

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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

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