Michigan Women Forward’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Initiative seeks applicants who want to understand their financial performance and predict future financial success. “Let’s Get Your Financials in Order” is a program for existing businesses located in St Clair County. The program will consist of 4 weeks of in-person training with Shelly Obrzut, EA. She will cover the … Read more
“ Day Care providers it is time to get your financials in order” MWF and W.K. Kellogg Foundation are seeking early childhood education providers that want to understand their financial performance and predict future financial success. Let’s Get Your Financials In Order – Early Childhood Education(ECE) is a program for ECE providers located in Baxter, … Read more
Determined and experienced businesswoman, Kiera Pack-Henderson, saw a need in Metro Detroit for a stylish, high-quality event venue that she and her friends could use for book signings, baby showers, and other small gatherings. Pareik Gallery opened its doors in 2018; adorned with chic modern décor, Chiavari chairs, and white marble like flooring it elevates … Read more
Wow, where did 2022 go! This year came in and went out with a flash 😊 I guess time flies when you are having fun! MWF’s WEI team celebrated an awesome year of achievements thanks to the very special entrepreneurs we have the privilege of serving. We concluded this year by closing and disbursing nearly … Read more
Cecilia Romero, entrepreneur and business owner, emigrated to the United States from Mexico at the age of 17. She has worked in the restaurant and service industries for more than 30 years, often cooking in the kitchen of others, yearning to have one of her own.
We are excited to share one of our client’s stories with you. Learn more about Shannon Cohen in the video below. See entrepreneur resources here…
Congratulations to our loan client, Joyola Lewis, on the grand opening of her new salon, Joyola Mei! See entrepreneur resources here…
Happy National Small Business Week! The Small Business Administration is hosting a weeklong conference geared at Small Businesses. If you are interested in learning more about the SBA’s resources and the conference, please see below. https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week/virtual-summit https://www.sba.gov/business-guide Read more here…
There has been so much going on over here at Michigan Women Forward. We were so fortunate to have been able to host artist, K.W. Bell in our museum space in March. If you weren’t able to make it in, you can find more information about her pieces here. Read more here…
Hello Friend, In October of 2021 our team expanded, and our reach did also, Maggie Toole joined our team to grow MWF’s presences in St. Clair County. Since joining MWF, Maggie has been working hard to determine what additional resources MWF can bring to the ecosystem in St. Clair County. After multiple conversations with stakeholders … Read more