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Fish Tank is a morning series for entrepreneurs who value honest conversation, fresh ideas, and community connection. Designed as a
In partnership with Fifth Third Bank, this six-part workshop series is designed to guide entrepreneurs through every critical stage of
Design doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this hands‑on, beginner‑friendly workshop, you’ll learn how to use Canva to create clean, on‑brand content for your
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
Fish Tank is a morning series for entrepreneurs who value honest conversation, fresh ideas, and community connection. Designed as a
Start your small business the right way! The 1st of our six-part series with Fifth Third Bank, this session will
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
Calling all small business owners and entrepreneurs! Elevate your business operations with our workshop, “HR Essentials for Small Businesses,” designed
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
Fish Tank is a morning series for entrepreneurs who value honest conversation, fresh ideas, and community connection. Designed as a
Business Development…It’s a Process! Master the 8-Step Framework that Drives Results. This workshop is highly interactive with both small group and individual
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
Banking with Intention – Building the Right Financial Foundation for Your Business This practical, insight-driven workshop helps business owners understand
Market Like a Local: Telling Your Story to the Right Audience is an in-person, hands-on marketing workshop designed to help small
Get Paid Faster: Demystifying Contracts, Invoices & Collections Cash flow is the lifeblood of every small business, but late payments
Step into this engaging, in-person workshop designed for established businesses ready to strengthen their brand and grow with intention. As
Turn your business model into a strong business plan! In the 2nd session of our six-part series in partnership with
WBENC certification is one of the most widely recognized and respected certifications in the nation. Accepted by hundreds of corporations
Powering Your Business from the Inside Out Make informed decisions about how your small business operates! Join us for the
Building and Leveraging Your Business and Personal Credit Make smart, informed decisions about your credit. Bring your internet-connected device for
Targeted Marketing That Connects Market your business in a way that speaks directly to your ideal customer. Join us for
Preparing Your Business for the Future Finish strong and plan for the future of your small business. Join us for
Banking with Intention – Building the Right Financial Foundation for Your Business This practical, insight-driven workshop helps business owners understand
Get Paid Faster: Demystifying Contracts, Invoices & Collections Cash flow is the lifeblood of every small business, but late payments
Start your small business the right way! The 1st of our six-part series with Fifth Third Bank, this session will
Turn your business model into a strong business plan! In the 2nd session of our six-part series in partnership with
Powering Your Business from the Inside Out Make informed decisions about how your small business operates! Join us for the
Building and Leveraging Your Business and Personal Credit Make smart, informed decisions about your credit. Bring your internet-connected device for
Targeted Marketing That Connects Market your business in a way that speaks directly to your ideal customer. Join us for
Preparing Your Business for the Future Finish strong and plan for the future of your small business. Join us for
Calling all small business owners and entrepreneurs! Elevate your business operations with our workshop, “HR Essentials for Small Businesses,” designed
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Design doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this hands‑on, beginner‑friendly workshop, you’ll learn how to use Canva to create clean, on‑brand content for your
Market Like a Local: Telling Your Story to the Right Audience is an in-person, hands-on marketing workshop designed to help small
Step into this engaging, in-person workshop designed for established businesses ready to strengthen their brand and grow with intention. As
Start your small business the right way! The 1st of our six-part series with Fifth Third Bank, this session will
Turn your business model into a strong business plan! In the 2nd session of our six-part series in partnership with
WBENC certification is one of the most widely recognized and respected certifications in the nation. Accepted by hundreds of corporations
Powering Your Business from the Inside Out Make informed decisions about how your small business operates! Join us for the
Building and Leveraging Your Business and Personal Credit Make smart, informed decisions about your credit. Bring your internet-connected device for
Targeted Marketing That Connects Market your business in a way that speaks directly to your ideal customer. Join us for
Preparing Your Business for the Future Finish strong and plan for the future of your small business. Join us for
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
Fish Tank is a morning series for entrepreneurs who value honest conversation, fresh ideas, and community connection. Designed as a
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
Fish Tank is a morning series for entrepreneurs who value honest conversation, fresh ideas, and community connection. Designed as a
A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or
Founder & Managing Partner, Whitmer Law Office
Principal and Managing Partner, The Mack Law Group
Empowering Women and Minorities
CEO, Castleberry Global
CPA / Founder, A and R Consulting Group
Owner, Ever Studios
CEO, JAC Digital Media
Founder, Real World HR Solutions
CEO, Financial Services Professional
Owner, Blended Collective
Owner, Blended Collective
Oakland Thrive creates and hosts a wide variety of county-wide economic development and business events. We work with a variety of partners, including Oakland County to host, support, and create events to support the Oakland County business community. These events include innovative programs to fill gaps in the economic development/business ecosystem of the county and bring together business groups to “cross pollinate” to share best practices, ideas, and support.
We participate in many countywide events, including the Oakland County Economic Outlook, a great networking event for Oakland County business leaders.
We participate in many local, state, national and international level conferences and trade shows. This year, Oakland Thrive is involved in the planning of the opening reception of the Vehicle and Transportation Technology Innovation Meetings, an international B2B forum for innovations in automotive and mobility.
Oakland Thrive helps businesses connect with each other and the partners who can help them.
Thrive Connect is a series of Resource Fairs connecting vendors and resources with the small business community. Topics include: -Workforce Development -Small Business Resources -Matchmaking Events
Oakland Thrive’s Business Forward program offers a variety of trainings tailored for the Oakland County Small Business owner on specific topics such as: -Social Media Training -Commercial Real Estate -Credit and Capital -Franchising -Government Contracting -Certified Business (Women, Minority, Veteran)
Thank you to everyone who came out to Oakland Thrive’s 2nd Annual Golf Scramble. Such a terrific success! A great big thank you to our sponsors for their support of a thriving economy in Oakland County!
Thank you to everyone who came out to Oakland Thrive’s 2nd Annual Golf Scramble. Such a terrific success! A great big thank you to our sponsors for their support of a thriving economy in Oakland County!