All IN!

All IN! A Program for Tech Entrepreneurs in Ann Arbor & Ypsilanti

Do you have a tech business idea to transform your community, like an app, videos, or digital content? Do you feel other entrepreneurs have more experience or more connections? Are you ready to jump in but something is holding you back?

We Want to Support You!

The Tech Ecosystem Development project in Washtenaw County is a collaborative initiative designed to empower local founders like you. We aim to provide the necessary resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help you succeed.

Program Highlights

• Access to experienced mentors and consultants dedicated to supporting founders.
• Opportunities to connect with local academic and business leaders.
• Strategic support for navigating technical development and financial planning.
• Enhanced preparation to leverage the offerings of the Ann Arbor entrepreneur ecosystem and community resources.

Program Logistics

• Intensive 4-month Boot Camp starts end of January 2025.
• Meet 2-3 times a week in the evenings – mix of in-person and online.
• $10,000 funding for your business.

Why Join?

• Gain invaluable insights and guidance from established experts.
• Create a robust network to support your entrepreneurial journey.
• Build economic growth and job creation in your community.

Who Should Apply?

• Early-stage basic tech founders.
• Innovators working on solutions to critical community problems.
• Individuals eager to drive economic development and improve quality of life in Washtenaw County.
• The business address is listed on LARA (State of Michigan business registration website) as inside the city limits of either Ann Arbor or Ypsilanti.

How to Apply

Click the button below to submit your application. Together, we can build a thriving, inclusive tech community.

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APPLICATIONS DUE: JAN 6, 2025

For inquiries, contact us at mapley@wccnet.edu.

Tech Ecosystem Development Pilot Project - Empowering Diverse Founders, Building a Stronger Community.
Project is funded and supported by (Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA), SPARK, and Washtenaw Community College Entrepreneurship Center.