Detroit CDFI Coalition, a collaborative network of mission-driven financial institutions, has been a vital advocate for equitable access to capital in Detroit since 2014. Despite having over 30 active members and more than $1.8B invested collectively in Detroit neighborhoods, the…
The Michigan Science Center, known as MiSci, is a STEM engagement hub where discovery learning and interactive participation meet. Exhibits, programs, and science shows explore various topics in STEM and promote literacy and understanding of the natural world and the…
As part of the U.S. Department of State’s Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI), we had the opportunity to lead a Brand Love in Action workshop for a cohort of international fellows hosted by Global Ties Detroit. The group included…
Great Lakes Women’s Business Council (Great Lakes WBC) is a nonprofit champion for women and minority businesses, providing access to capital, certification for women-owned businesses, corporate contracting opportunities, and small business educational support. CHALLENGE Committed to supporting small businesses impacted by…
Co.act Detroit is a hub for accelerating collaborative action in Southeast Michigan’s nonprofit community, facilitating transformation that moves missions and communities forward. In April 2021, the first Earned Revenue Accelerator was announced. Earned revenue models, while relatively rare, are gaining popularity among…
As the insurance industries face a rapidly retiring workforce and a growing talent gap, companies are seeking new ways to attract and retain the next generation of professionals. Blended Collective was invited to lead a strategic training session with a…
The German American Business Council of Michigan was established in 1994 in Detroit and previously operated as part of the German American Chamber of Commerce Midwest, Michigan Chapter. CHALLENGE With its transition to an independent non-profit organization as of 2020,…
The 313 STRONG program at TechTown is a customized support program for brick-and-mortar small businesses in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park neighborhoods. The team works with professionals to provide one-on-one assistance to help launch, stabilize, and grow local businesses and…
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars is Southeast Michigan’s leading private scholarship program with a mission to inspire and prepare students to succeed in life after high school. CHALLENGE With a largely international target audience, the nonprofit organization approached Blended Collective…
In partnership with the Mike Ilitch School of Business, Blended Collective led a 2-hour workshop for a select group of marketing students as part of the Small Plates, Big Ideas program. Held during the school’s official reopening in the Fall…
