The RBC Showcase is almost here!
The Retail Boot Camp Showcase is back on Thursday, Nov. 10! Join us in person or virtually, and celebrate the hustle and hard work of 14 Retail Boot Camp graduates. The SHOP at Showcase kicks off at 4 p.m., and the participants will start their pitches at 6 p.m.
For years, TechTown has helped RBC graduates open competitive retail businesses in a fast-changing environment. Hear how these businesses will make their dreams a reality with what they learned during RBC.
Five standouts will each win a $5,000 Kickstart Award, and one People's Choice Award winner will receive $1,000!
Event timeline:
4 - 5:45 p.m.: The SHOP at Showcase (open to the public)
6 - 8 p.m.: Pitches + Q&A | People’s Choice Voting | Judges’ Deliberation | Winners Announced
For years, TechTown has helped RBC graduates open competitive retail businesses in a fast-changing environment. Now, it is more important than ever that we double down on what we know works: inclusive educational opportunities that help rebuild our economy on a foundation of equity that gives everyone a pathway to succeed.
Retail Boot Camp is made possible with support from:
Gilbert Family Foundation | JPMorgan Chase | Michigan Economic Development Corporation | New Economy Initiative | Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation | Walters Family Foundation | Wells Fargo
Watch our FREE on-demand Training Series workshops
Did you know that TechTown offers FREE on-demand digital workshops that are led by local and national experts! Topics are geared toward the needs of early- to growth-stage tech and small business entrepreneurs. To access our Training Series videos, register and create a profile via the link below!
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About TechTown Detroit
TechTown is a nonprofit business service organization that provides programs, education, and resources for early- to growth-stage small businesses and tech entrepreneurs. By building bridges for entrepreneurs to succeed, TechTown is accelerating an inclusive economy for Detroit and Southeast Michigan. Since 2007, TechTown has supported more than 4,700 companies, which has created thousands of jobs and raised more than $172.5 million in startup and growth capital. For more information, visit techtowndetroit.org.
