CMURC kicks-off Midland Inclusive Entrepreneurship Initiative with Impact Day

Central Michigan University Research Corporation(CMURC) invites the public and media to Impact Day for the kickoff of its Midland Inclusive Entrepreneurship Initiative. The program aims to serve underrepresented entrepreneurs in Midland County by implementing resources that level the playing field for small business owners. Throughout the day, various sessions will be held with the objective ofopening the floor to conversation in the ecosystem to ultimately make connections in a safe and inclusive environment.

When:

Aug. 25, 2022

Complimentary CoWork –8 a.m. –5 p.m.

MBA Innovation Luncheon: 11 a.m. –1 p.m.

Advise ME Session sponsored by MFCU: 1:30 –2:30 p.m.

Connect ME with Cocktails sponsored by Comerica: 3:30 –4:30 p.m.

Where:

CMURC Midland 801 Joe Mann Blvd, Suite P Midland, MI 48642

Why:

CMURC’s Inclusive Entrepreneurship Initiative aims to mitigate some of the barriers that prevent entrepreneurs from developing theirs, establishing a climate where teams can grow,and opportunities can flourish –leaving the ultimate environment to create high paying jobs. Impact Day brings the community together to discuss, collaborate and connect to breakdown these barriers to entry.Who:With support from Midland Area Community Foundation. Innovation Luncheon hosted by Midland Business Alliance. Connect ME with Cocktails cohosted by Minority Business Partnership. Impact Day sponsors include BYOD, Comerica Bank, Downtown Restaurant Investments, Grove Tea Lounge, and Members First Credit Union.

About Central Michigan University Research Corporation:

CMURC is a professional and diverse coworking space with accelerator programs focused on product and strategic development for entrepreneurs to positively impact the economy in the Great Lakes Bay Region. It brings together local, regional and statewide partners to accelerate the success of entrepreneurs, professionals, and corporations growing businesses and jobs by leveraging the resources of Central Michigan University, the Mount Pleasant SmartZone District and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. CMURC is committed to inclusive entrepreneurship with the ultimate goal of closing the opportunity gap because people from all backgrounds deserve access to business and entrepreneurial resources.