{"id":13345,"date":"2026-03-18T16:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T16:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/?p=13345"},"modified":"2026-03-18T16:58:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T16:58:31","slug":"small-business-hour-from-nei-city-institute","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/laprensanewspaper.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/small-business-hour-from-nei-city-institute\/","title":{"rendered":"Small Business Hour from NEI & City Institute"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>The New Economy Initiative (NEI) and City Institute are hosting their next Small Business Social Hour on Thursday, March 26, 2026, connecting Southeast Michigan entrepreneurs, small business owners, and ecosystem supporters in a casual setting to mix, mingle, and move their businesses forward.<\/p>\n

Each month highlights a different neighborhood or business corridor; this edition will spotlight The Villages, offering a chance to meet local business owners, explore their products and services, and hear directly from support organizations like Jefferson East, Inc.<\/p>\n

The event includes:<\/p>\n

Light programming (5:30\u20136:30 p.m.): Entrepreneurs present themselves and their businesses, and local vendors and support organizations share resources.<\/p>\n

Networking opportunities: Meet fellow business owners and ecosystem supporters while enjoying food and refreshments from local businesses.<\/p>\n

Neighborhood spotlight: Learn more about The Villages\u2019 growing business community.<\/p>\n

Jefferson East, Inc. is the collaborating organization for the event.<\/p>\n

This is an opportunity to see Southeast Michigan\u2019s small business ecosystem, community-building efforts, and the vibrant entrepreneurs shaping local neighborhoods.<\/p>\n

What: Small Business Social Hour \u2013 March Edition<\/p>\n

When: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 4\u20137 p.m. (programming 5:30\u20136:30 p.m.)<\/p>\n

Where: Vesey Lane Goods, 9920 Kercheval Ave, Detroit, MI 48214<\/p>\n

Register at:\u00a0 https:\/\/app.gopassage.com\/events\/nei-city-institute-small-business-social-hour-series-thevillages\/event_times\/1781380<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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