November 2025 | GROWTH featuring Julie Alvin [ex- The Skimm, Refinery29, Time Inc.] Serena Daniels [Tostada Magazine], Ryan Patrick Hooper [WDET] and Bryce Huffman [BridgeDetroit]

Detroit Design District is a neighborhood of creative entrepreneurs, artists, and makers. Located in the heart of Detroit’s historic Milwaukee Junction, the District is rooted in hundreds of years of innovation, from the Model T to techno music. The DDD is committed to partnering with community members, nonprofits, and businesses to create a welcoming and energizing environment for artists who reside in Detroit to thrive, and people from around the globe to visit and enjoy.

Modernly Events curates exceptionally styled experiences to inspire and elevate your event.

Nestled in the heart of Detroit, MI, Cafe Noir exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes, it’s the perfect place to unwind and savor a delightful meal. Cafe Noir offers a relaxed setting where laughter flows as freely as the conversation. Come as you are, and leave with a satisfied heart, a full stomach, and a smile.

Design is our craft. Impact is our compass.

ANCHOR is a Metro Detroit-based creative studio shipping results worldwide. Co-founded by husband and wife team Johnny and Tessa Jarbo in 2017, we specialize in branding, web design, and development – helping businesses connect the dots between creativity, strategy, and growth in today’s digital world.

Co-founders Delainie and Marissa started Backtalk to be better neighbors. We wanted to build a creative studio that supports communities, businesses, and the work that connects them. We help small businesses grow with services and education they can access and scale. We help larger companies show up in community with purpose, through collaborations that strengthen both the brand and the neighborhood. And we’ve built a studio that values creativity, balance, and joy just as much as strategy — because great work only happens when people love doing it.

ArtClvb is a specialized Market Network created for the art world, combining social networking and marketplace features. With ArtClvb, artists, collectors, curators, galleries, and individuals involved in the art ecosystem can create profiles to showcase artworks they’ve collected, curated, or created while also fostering meaningful connections. These user profiles offer a seamless experience that supports both primary and secondary sales of artists’ work, ensuring that royalties are properly distributed. Additionally, ArtClvb enables users to coordinate studio visits, facilitates the scanning of public art to connect to artists’ profiles, and aids collectors in discovering local artists, galleries, and art openings, all within the app.

Nudena Design is a multidisciplinary creative studio specializing in industrial design, branding & identity, and website design. Founded by Bailey Morgan, Nudena is driven by a passion for innovation, storytelling, and design that makes an impact. Rooted in Detroit, the studio collaborates with forward-thinking brands and entrepreneurs to craft compelling products, visuals, and digital experiences.

Handcrafted everyday essentials inspired by more you time - we’re all about creating space to slow down, celebrate our present, and take pleasure in our wellbeing. Small rituals, those free and tiny moments to ourselves that bring joy and fullness, are what we have in mind when we create our candles and skincare.

Mays Multimedia is recognized among the best same-day printing companies and top local book publishing companies, specializing in memoir book printing, custom design printing services, and affordable custom websites, including Custom WordPress web design.

Good Move is a creative agency that merges strategic thinking with exceptional production to craft unforgettable campaigns and stories. We work with brands to bring their ideas to life, creating projects that are not only compelling but also drive meaningful results. We are committed to progress—one good move at a time.

EG Productions, founded by visionary artist and storyteller Eric Wolfe, is a creative agency specializing in designing, producing, and consulting on transformative experiences for built environments, stage productions, film, and live events. With a portfolio of over 5,000 unique projects, EG Productions is known for blending beauty, innovation, and storytelling to bring brands to life in unforgettable ways. Eric’s passion for creating environments that inspire joy, connection, and vision has made EG Productions a trusted partner for organizations seeking to craft immersive experiences that elevate their impact and leave lasting impressions.

The NA of choice for every kind of drinker. Complex flavors and simple pleasures that stand alone, and pair beautifully.

City Wave Media is a creative agency rooted in storytelling and authenticity. Based in Metro Detroit, we specialize in video production, photography, and brand content that connects on a human level. From concept to final cut, we help brands turn their stories into impactful visuals that convert audiences into loyal fans.