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Ready to secure funding for your business but don't know where to start? The next Velocity Roadshow is a deep-dive sessi...
06/19/2026

Ready to secure funding for your business but don't know where to start?
The next Velocity Roadshow is a deep-dive session, Sources of Financial Capital, to help you navigate the full landscape of funding with zero guesswork. Leave the room knowing exactly which financial vehicle fits your business needs today and tomorrow.

Why you should attend:
βœ… Learn to match funding options directly to your business stage.
βœ… Get an insider look at the standard SBA lending process.
βœ… Walk away with a clear blueprint of the three primary loan types.

πŸ—“οΈ When: July 8, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM πŸ“ Where: 23200 Gratiot Avenue, Eastpointe, MI 48021

🎟️ Space is limited. Register today: https://www.mivelocity.com/events/velocity-roadshow-sources-of-financial-capital/7-8-2026

Consistency beats intensity every single time in marketing. But how do you stay consistent when you're busy running a bu...
06/17/2026

Consistency beats intensity every single time in marketing. But how do you stay consistent when you're busy running a business?
You build a system. πŸ› οΈ

Velocity’s Market Like You Own It program is a practical, hands-on experience that helps you replace the "what should I post today?" anxiety with a structured, professional workflow. In partnership with ASH Interactive, we’re helping a select group of business owners take control of their growth. You'll learn how to reach the right audience, create professional content confidently, and measure what actually moves the needle.

Details you need to know:
πŸ—“οΈ Orientation: June 25
πŸ“ Format: Hybrid (virtual + in-person in Sterling Heights, MI)
πŸ”’ Seats: Limited to ensure high-value, personalized support

Get the details and apply: https://www.mivelocity.com/market-like-you-own-it

Every single day, local customers are searching Google for exactly what you sell. If your Google Business Profile isn’t ...
06/16/2026

Every single day, local customers are searching Google for exactly what you sell. If your Google Business Profile isn’t optimized, they are finding your competitors instead!

Seats are filling up fast for next week's Coffee & Conversation, "Put Me on Google," featuring Fortune 500 marketing strategist AJ Doppke of Marketing Qubed.
This isn't a lecture where you just take notes, it’s a live, step-by-step session where you will actively fix your local visibility and improve your search rankings before you leave the room.

Stop guessing how the Google algorithm works.
Learn the exact strategies AJ has used to drive growth for major brands.
Walk away with an enhanced listing and a plan to dominate local search.
Don't look back next week wishing you had taken 2 hours to fix your digital storefront.

Claim your spot before registration closes!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coffee-conversation-put-me-on-google-tickets-1989928618064?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

If you want to get your capabilities in front of defense industry leaders and decision-makers, you need to be at the Vel...
06/15/2026

If you want to get your capabilities in front of defense industry leaders and decision-makers, you need to be at the Velocity Collaboration Center on July 15th! We are partnering with National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC) to bring together the best in the defense sector for an exclusive DoD networking and pitch event.

Why you should attend:
βœ… For Subcontractors & Innovators: Pitch your solutions directly to established companies and industry peers in a fast-casual, high-impact format.
βœ…For Primes & Established Partners: Discover fresh talent, innovative tech, and new suppliers to strengthen your supply chain.

πŸ“… Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 8:00 AM EST
πŸ“ Velocity Collaboration Center | Sterling Heights, MI

🎟️ Don't miss outβ€”register here: https://www.namconsortium.org/event/donuts-defense-15-july

The most expensive marketing mistake you can make? Paying someone else to figure out your strategy before you understand...
06/12/2026

The most expensive marketing mistake you can make? Paying someone else to figure out your strategy before you understand it yourself. πŸ›‘

When you outsource your marketing entirely, you often lose your unique voice, and a lot of your hard-earned budget.

Our Market Like You Own It accelerator program gives you the exact tools, structure, and expert support you need to take absolute control of your brand's growth. By the end of the program, you won’t just have a few social media templates, you’ll have a complete, repeatable marketing system that you can run and refine as your business scales.

Who is this for? Business owners who want to:
βœ… Own their strategy instead of relying on outside vendors
βœ… Build long-term internal capacity
βœ… Replace scattered tactics with a focused plan
βœ… Understand what’s actually driving results

Orientation kicks off on June 25, with sessions running every other Wednesday in a hybrid (in-person & virtual) format. Space is highly limited to keep the cohort collaborative and impactful.

πŸ‘‡ Apply for the next cohort here:
https://www.mivelocity.com/market-like-you-own-it

Are you an entrepreneur looking for capital but feeling overwhelmed by the options? Whether you need money to launch, sc...
06/10/2026

Are you an entrepreneur looking for capital but feeling overwhelmed by the options? Whether you need money to launch, scale, or bridge a gap, matching the right funding to your current business stage is the key to sustainable growth.

Join us in Eastpointe for Velocity's next Roadshow: Sources of Financial Capital

What we’ll cover:
πŸ—ΊοΈ The Capital Landscape: A complete overview of major funding sources.
🏦 SBA Lending Demystified: A step-by-step breakdown of the typical process.
πŸ“‹ The Big Three: An evaluation of the three primary loan types you will encounter.

πŸ—“οΈ Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 πŸ•˜ Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM πŸ“ Location: 23200 Gratiot Avenue, Eastpointe, MI 48021

πŸ‘‰ REGISTER:
https://www.mivelocity.com/events/velocity-roadshow-sources-of-financial-capital/7-8-2026

Do you need to get your business on the map?Most small businesses know they should be on Google, but few actually know h...
06/09/2026

Do you need to get your business on the map?
Most small businesses know they should be on Google, but few actually know how to optimize it to win local customers.

At Velocity's next Coffee & Conversation, "Put Me on Google," marketing strategist AJ Doppke (Marketing Qubed) is stripping away the tech jargon and giving you a simple, step-by-step guide to boosting your online presence.
No fluff. Just practical insights, hands-on steps, and actionable takeaways you can use the exact same day.

Save your seat and make sure your business shows up exactly where your customers are searching!

Register today!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coffee-conversation-put-me-on-google-tickets-1989928618064?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Are you tired of guessing what works when it comes to marketing?Too many founders and business owners find themselves in...
06/09/2026

Are you tired of guessing what works when it comes to marketing?

Too many founders and business owners find themselves in a reactive loop, trying scattered tactics, feeling invisible online, or waiting on expensive outside vendors who don't fully understand their vision.

It’s time to stop reacting and start marketing with intention.

Our upcoming Market Like You Own It program, delivered in partnership with ASH Interactive, is designed to hand the keys back to you. This is a hands-on experience built specifically for business owners who want to build internal skills, create professional content, and establish a repeatable system for sustainable growth.

πŸ“… Next Cohort Orientation: June 25

πŸ‘‰ Learn more and secure your spot: https://www.mivelocity.com/market-like-you-own-it

Join us in Eastpointe for the next Velocity Roadshow: Building a Banking Relationship.In just two hours, we’re breaking ...
06/08/2026

Join us in Eastpointe for the next Velocity Roadshow: Building a Banking Relationship.

In just two hours, we’re breaking down how to:
βœ… Find Your Advocate: How to choose the right bank and build a real connection with a banker who understands your vision.
βœ… Optimize Operations: Leverage modern digital tools and accounts to run a leaner, more efficient business.
βœ… Protect Your Cash Flow: Guard your hard-earned revenue with modern fraud prevention strategies.

Stop managing your finances in the dark. Build a partnership that actually powers your business forward.

πŸ‘‰ Secure your spot today: www.mivelocity.com/events/register

πŸš€ Looking to launch, scale, or accelerate your business in Macomb County?Mark your calendar for Wednesday, June 17th! Ma...
06/08/2026

πŸš€ Looking to launch, scale, or accelerate your business in Macomb County?

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, June 17th! Macomb Community College's Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) is hosting a free, virtual information session featuring Velocity.

For more than a decade, Velocity has served as a premier business incubator, accelerator, and coworking space right in the heart of the Innovation District of Sterling Heights, Michigan. If you are an entrepreneur looking for real-world support, this is your opportunity to see exactly how they can help your business succeed.

What Velocity brings to the table:
πŸ’° Direct Grant Support: Access to critical funding opportunities to fuel your growth.
🧠 Expert Coaching: One-on-one guidance from seasoned professionals who understand the entrepreneurial journey.
🌐 High-Impact Programming: Events, resources, and a collaborative coworking space designed to meet the modern needs of startups and small businesses.

Event Details:
πŸ“… Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
πŸ•š Time: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM EDT
πŸ“ Format: Free, Virtual Information Session

Whether you have a brand-new startup idea or an established small business ready for the next level, don't miss this chance to connect with one of the region's top business accelerators.

πŸ”— Learn more and secure your spot today: https://events.macomb.edu/department/CIE

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