May 19, 2022 | Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Neighborhoods, Our Impact, Small Business
Rezaul Chowdhury As Global Detroit’s community engagement specialist in Banglatown, Rezaul Chowdhury is a liaison and a problem solver — or what we call a “trusted connector.” What does that mean? That means every day, he is out in the community helping small business...
Mar 24, 2022 | Entrepreneurship, Neighborhoods
When Fardusee Jaigirdar, Tahira Lasker and Farjana Dalia joined Global Detroit’s Common Bond program, they were hoping to connect with other women and claim some time for themselves outside their busy families. They did these things, but they also did something they...
Mar 7, 2022 | Neighborhoods
In Senegal, Mariama Keita designed and sewed clothing for a living–a career she had studied for in school. So when she had an opportunity to join Global Detroit’s Common Bond program, which brings immigrant and non-immigrant women together around textile arts, she not...
Sep 15, 2021 | Corporations, Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Neighborhoods, Talent, Tapestry
Global Detroit is honored to celebrate five community leaders who reflect our commitment to building a more vibrant and inclusive Detroit and Southeast Michigan. These leaders will be honored with our Changemaker Awards during Tapestry, our annual celebration. This...
May 25, 2021 | Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Neighborhoods, Our Impact, Small Business
Lupita’s Ideal Beauty Salon Bertha Jimenez had always dreamed of owning a salon. Her opportunity came three years ago, when she purchased Ideal Beauty Salon, a 50-year-old Southwest Detroit institution. With plenty of experience–she runs Chilango’s Bakery with...
May 18, 2021 | Economic Development, Neighborhoods, Small Business
Md-Abdul Muhit was Global Detroit’s first community engagement specialist in Banglatown. He now serves as the District 3 Business Liaison for the Detroit Economic Growth Corp. and continues to guide Global Detroit’s work as a member of our Board of Directors. Muhit...
