Events, Workshops, And Trainings
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All Business Consulting
Farmington Hills Library – 32737 W 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Quitters Never Win & Winners Never Quit

Quitters Never Win & Winners Never Quit – Who Are You? Let’s Win Together Why Attend: Gain insights from entrepreneurs

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All Human Resources
Virtual

Shifting into Human Resources (HR) Compliance

This session is designed to raise small business owners’ awareness of legal employment practices and policies to avoid fines and

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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All Marketing
Waterford Chamber of Commerce - 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

Precision Prospecting: Building Buyer Personas

Take the guesswork out of customer acquisition with Precision Prospecting. This workshop empowers entrepreneurs to strategically identify, understand, and engage

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All Information Technology
Oxford Village Community Room 22 W. Burdick, Oxford, MI 48371

The Future of AI is Now: PART I

Join Global Keynote Speaker and Risk Strategist Princess Castleberry, in partnership with Oakland Thrive, for an immersive and dynamic workshop

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All Finance
Waterford Chamber of Commerce 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

How Businesses Use Credit

Participants in this interactive workshop will learn the types of credit available to a small business owner including lines of

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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Grand River Brewery Clawson - 1 E 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, MI 48017

Thriving Together: Wellness Session

Thriving Together   A Wellness Workshop for Small Business Owners Join us for a special evening dedicated to you, the

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All Finance
Waterford Chamber of Commerce - 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

Insurance Choices for Small Businesses

This interactive workshop provides an overview of insurance types available for small businesses. Participants will gain an understanding of how

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All Information Technology
Virtual Event - Registration Required!

Technology Risks and Mitigation Strategies Part 2

Technology Risks and Mitigation Strategies for Small Businesses In a world where cyber threats are constantly evolving, businesses and individuals

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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All Information Technology
Virtual

Streamline Your Day with Microsoft Copilot

Discover how Microsoft Copilot can enhance productivity by automating routine tasks, generating content, and offering smart suggestions across apps like

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All Legal
Virtual

Small Business Legal Essentials 101

This legal workshop series is designed to help small business owners confidently navigate the legal essentials of starting, managing, and

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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All Marketing
Waterford Chamber of Commerce - 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

“Where Are The Customers?”

If your business has heart, hustle, and a half-working Instagram, but you’re still wondering where the heck the customers are

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All Information Technology
Virtual

Understanding Website Analytics

Understanding what’s happening on your website doesn’t require a tech degree, but if you want to grow your business effectively,

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All Legal
Southfield Public Library – Meeting Room (26300 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076)

IP Basics

This interactive seminar will introduce the fundamentals of intellectual property (IP), including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Attendees will

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All Business Consulting
Farmington (Downtown) Library – 23500 Liberty St. Farmington, MI 48335

Recession Proof Your Business

In times of economic uncertainty, resilience is not optional-it is essential. In this dynamic, interactive 2-hour workshop, Dr. Brenda Oldham

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All Human Resources
Virtual

Earned Sick Time Act

Navigating employment laws can be challenging, especially for small teams. This workshop will break down Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act

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All Business Consulting
Lathrup Village City Hall (27400 Southfield Rd. Lathrup Village, MI 48076)

Developing a Business Plan

Participants will learn the eight parts of a business plan and what to consider when writing their business plan, including

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All Networking and Community
Baus - 114 E 4th St, Rochester, MI 48307

Thrive in Beauty: Empowering Beauty Professionals

Empowering Beauty Professionals to Connect, Collaborate, and Grow is more than a networking event—it’s a celebration of passion, purpose, and

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All Finance
Southfield Public Library - 26300 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076

Access to Capital

Access to capital remains one of the biggest challenges for small business owners. This workshop is designed to demystify the

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All Marketing
Virtual

Speak to Your Customers: Align Your Brand

Align Your Customers’ Voice with Your Brand Learn how to weave your customers’ voices into the very fabric of your

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All Finance
Virtual

Secure the Bag: Funding Prep for Small Businesses

Join us for an interactive workshop with Jessica Smith from JLS Services, where you’ll learn how to streamline your small

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All Finance
Waterford Chamber of Commerce 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

How Businesses Use Credit

Participants in this interactive workshop will learn the types of credit available to a small business owner including lines of

Image
All Finance
Waterford Chamber of Commerce - 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

Insurance Choices for Small Businesses

This interactive workshop provides an overview of insurance types available for small businesses. Participants will gain an understanding of how

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All Finance
Southfield Public Library - 26300 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076

Access to Capital

Access to capital remains one of the biggest challenges for small business owners. This workshop is designed to demystify the

Image
All Finance
Virtual

Secure the Bag: Funding Prep for Small Businesses

Join us for an interactive workshop with Jessica Smith from JLS Services, where you’ll learn how to streamline your small

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All Business Consulting
Farmington Hills Library – 32737 W 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Quitters Never Win & Winners Never Quit

Quitters Never Win & Winners Never Quit – Who Are You? Let’s Win Together Why Attend: Gain insights from entrepreneurs

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All Business Consulting
Farmington (Downtown) Library – 23500 Liberty St. Farmington, MI 48335

Recession Proof Your Business

In times of economic uncertainty, resilience is not optional-it is essential. In this dynamic, interactive 2-hour workshop, Dr. Brenda Oldham

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All Business Consulting
Lathrup Village City Hall (27400 Southfield Rd. Lathrup Village, MI 48076)

Developing a Business Plan

Participants will learn the eight parts of a business plan and what to consider when writing their business plan, including

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All Human Resources
Virtual

Shifting into Human Resources (HR) Compliance

This session is designed to raise small business owners’ awareness of legal employment practices and policies to avoid fines and

Image
All Human Resources
Virtual

Earned Sick Time Act

Navigating employment laws can be challenging, especially for small teams. This workshop will break down Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act

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All Information Technology
Oxford Village Community Room 22 W. Burdick, Oxford, MI 48371

The Future of AI is Now: PART I

Join Global Keynote Speaker and Risk Strategist Princess Castleberry, in partnership with Oakland Thrive, for an immersive and dynamic workshop

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All Information Technology
Virtual Event - Registration Required!

Technology Risks and Mitigation Strategies Part 2

Technology Risks and Mitigation Strategies for Small Businesses In a world where cyber threats are constantly evolving, businesses and individuals

Image
All Information Technology
Virtual

Streamline Your Day with Microsoft Copilot

Discover how Microsoft Copilot can enhance productivity by automating routine tasks, generating content, and offering smart suggestions across apps like

Image
All Information Technology
Virtual

Understanding Website Analytics

Understanding what’s happening on your website doesn’t require a tech degree, but if you want to grow your business effectively,

Image
All Marketing
Waterford Chamber of Commerce - 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

Precision Prospecting: Building Buyer Personas

Take the guesswork out of customer acquisition with Precision Prospecting. This workshop empowers entrepreneurs to strategically identify, understand, and engage

Image
All Marketing
Waterford Chamber of Commerce - 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

“Where Are The Customers?”

If your business has heart, hustle, and a half-working Instagram, but you’re still wondering where the heck the customers are

Image
All Information Technology
Virtual

Understanding Website Analytics

Understanding what’s happening on your website doesn’t require a tech degree, but if you want to grow your business effectively,

Image
All Marketing
Virtual

Speak to Your Customers: Align Your Brand

Align Your Customers’ Voice with Your Brand Learn how to weave your customers’ voices into the very fabric of your

Image
All Human Resources
Virtual

Shifting into Human Resources (HR) Compliance

This session is designed to raise small business owners’ awareness of legal employment practices and policies to avoid fines and

Image
All Finance
Waterford Chamber of Commerce - 2309 Airport Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48327

Insurance Choices for Small Businesses

This interactive workshop provides an overview of insurance types available for small businesses. Participants will gain an understanding of how

Image
All Legal
Virtual

Small Business Legal Essentials 101

This legal workshop series is designed to help small business owners confidently navigate the legal essentials of starting, managing, and

Image
All Legal
Southfield Public Library – Meeting Room (26300 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076)

IP Basics

This interactive seminar will introduce the fundamentals of intellectual property (IP), including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Attendees will

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

Image
All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

Image
All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

Image
All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

Image
All Networking and Community
Incubizo 1938 Burdette Ferndale, MI 48220

One Million Cups

A free, one hour, coffee-fueled, community-driven entrepreneur presentation event held weekly at 9:00am in person at Incubizo, Ferndale, MI or

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All Networking and Community
Baus - 114 E 4th St, Rochester, MI 48307

Thrive in Beauty: Empowering Beauty Professionals

Empowering Beauty Professionals to Connect, Collaborate, and Grow is more than a networking event—it’s a celebration of passion, purpose, and

Presenters

Yasmin Whitmer

Founder & Managing Partner, Whitmer Law Office

Sue Justice

President and Consultant, Emery HR LLC

Shawndia North

HR & Change Management Consultant

Ryan Scheidemantel

Client Manager

Robin Kinnie

President of Motor City Woman and Kinnie Media Group

Ricardo McCoy

Founder & Owner

Princess Castleberry

CEO of Castleberry Global

Paul Bryant

CPA, Partner - Plante Moran

Pamela Mack

Principal and Managing Partner

Olivia Ewing

Modern Media Design

Catherine Toone & Dan Zech

Owner and Co-Owner of Stalt Financial Planning and Wealth Management

Noor Attisha

Michigan Sr. IRS Stakeholder Liaison Area 3

Nancy Arredondo

CPA / Founder

Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Economic Advancement, Growth, and Sustainability

Melonie Summers

Owner of Melonie Summers Creative LLC

Melissa McClary Davis

Fractional CMO & Digital Marketing Strategist

Marie Porolniczak

Founder of Bookkeeper 4 Hire

Lola Aré, MBA

Principal Consultant

Leslie M. Jones, CPA

CEO of L.M. Jones & Associates

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Events And Trainings

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.

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Countywide Events

We participate in many countywide events, including the Oakland County Economic Outlook, a great networking event for Oakland County business leaders.

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Industry Specific Conferences and Trade Shows

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.

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Business Matchmaking

Oakland Thrive helps businesses connect with each other and the partners who can help them.

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Thrive Connect

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

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Trainings and Workshops

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)

Oakland Thrive 2nd Annual Golf Scramble

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!

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