We are grateful to work with you as we move forward into a new year and uncover new opportunities to connect.

PMBC is a proud partner of Détroit is the New Black (DITNB). Together, PMBC and DITNB host a quarterly brand accelerator program for growing fashion industry brands. With the support of the accelerator, Detroit brand Deviate has continued finding success in the city’s growing fashion sector. Deviate designs and produces men and womenswear collections entirely in Detroit. This year they launched a holiday mystery gift box that can be purchased online throughout the month of December. Visit https://deviatefashion.com/ for more information.

If you’re a fashion brand looking to house products in the DITNB retail space, submit a brand application for the next accelerator program.

Qurate Food Business Rescue Project

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), along with Qurate.tech and Foodtalkdaily.com are working with local Michigan restaurants and CPG brands to offer a free unique marketing opportunity that will create brand awareness and sales!

In partnership with other industry and online community partners, they have created a platform to connect chefs/restaurateurs and CPG brands with their patrons through shoppable recipes and other interactive content. This platform will help create new revenue streams for those in the food and service industry and empowering those to monetize their offerings in new, innovative ways.

The platform will be launching in Michigan. If you are interested in participating in the pilot program, submit an interest form below. 

PMBC Access and Certification Grant 

PMBC is excited to announce a new Access and Certification Grant program designed to break down barriers preventing Michigan businesses from winning purchase orders. The program has three objectives:

• Increase supplier access to local and global procurement opportunities
• Improve competitiveness in advanced manufacturing for Michigan small businesses
• Enhance supplier capabilities and open doors to new industry verticals

Eligible companies may qualify for up to $15,000 in assistance to offset 50 percent of pre-approved expenses per fiscal year. 

December 9 – MI Outdoor Industry Virtual Happy Hour and Small Business Showcase

December 10 – Upper Peninsula Food Processing Support Webinar
Registration will close on 12/09

December 17 – MEDC eCommerce Webinar Series: International Sales with Amazon

January 26 – WSU Supplier Matchmaking Day
Registration and a Supplier Application will open the week of December 14