expo

May 13th, 2026 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Ford Community & Performing Arts Center

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From startup to scale-up, the Bet on Dearborn Resource Expo is your one-stop shop for business resources.

An event for aspiring entrepreneurs to seasoned business owners. Gain valuable insights from industry experts and acquire practical skills through engaging workshops, city programming and panel discussions. This vibrant community hub connects businesses with essential resources, including funding opportunities, marketing advice, and expert guidance, empowering them to achieve their business goals. This event has something for everyone as we bring back our Fun Factory featuring local businesses who empower our youth to innovate and create!

tHANK YOU

IT'S NOT A DEARBORN EVENT WITHOUT FOOD AND BEVERAGE!

*ALL ON SITE FOOD AND BEVERAGES WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

regional business leader panel

MODERATED BY: BRYCE THE THIRD

Hosted by Bryce the Third, join us for the ultimate highlight of the expo! This high-energy panel brings together prominent business leaders from Dearborn and Metro Detroit to share their personal journeys to the top. Gain exclusive insights into how these visionaries overcame challenges, built thriving enterprises, and continue to pave the way for the next generation of entrepreneurs. Don't miss this chance to learn from the best and get inspired to take your own business to the next level!

Bryce Cobb III, known professionally as Bryce The Third, is a Detroit-based storyteller, content creator, and founder of the storytelling agency 3 Feet Media. Through his work, Bryce helps organizations and entrepreneurs craft compelling narratives that connect with communities and inspire action. Bryce has built a reputation for blending creativity, strategy, and authentic storytelling through digital content, live experiences, and media production. A current Dearborn resident, Bryce is proud to support the local business community by sponsoring and consulting on marketing strategy for the 2026 Entrepreneurship Expo. This year’s Expo will also mark his third time moderating the Entrepreneurship Expo’s main stage panel, guiding conversations with business leaders and innovators shaping the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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meet OUR PANELISTS

-REGIONAL business leader PANEL-

Karl Makky

Co-Owner, Birdies | Egg Bar | Unburger | Boardwalk (Opening Soon)

Ebony Cochran

Blackwood Credit Services - The Blackwood Community

Institute

Founder

Entrepreneur - Financial Educator - Community leader

Hanan Jaffar

OWner of Detroit HAlal Eats

Ali BAkri

Owner of Bakri Coffee

THE FUN FACTORY

Unleash your inner entrepreneur! 🚀 We believe in the power of innovation at every age. Discover the spark of STEM, the joy of creative problem-solving, and the magic of the arts at our FUN Factory expo booths!

Join us and multiple organizations as we celebrate the next generation of creators and thinkers.

Mathnasium of Dearborn
growisegardening
Educare Student Services / Enlightening Books
Kid Chemist
Entrepreneur Youth Foundation
M&M Early Learning Academy
LifeCare ABA Therapy
Phlebotomy Career Training
Early Learning Coalition of Dearborn
Oakman Child Care and Development
Busy Bees Play Cafe

-Program FEATURE-

Be a part of something special at Dearborn Night of Innovation! We're thrilled to celebrate the success of the Dearborn Works Boot Camp. This program is empowering individuals with the skills they need to thrive in today's economy.

Dearborn WORKS Program

Implemented in partnership with Arab American Women’s Business Council (AAWBC), the Dearborn WORKS (Women’s Opportunity to Realize their Knowledge and Skills) initiative is geared towards women in Dearborn, especially those who are new to the United States and/or Arab American, who are seeking employment opportunities or advancement.

Women enrolled in the program after successful completion of an application process overseen by the Dearborn Department of Economic Development will have access to financial literacy courses, professional development workshops, an eight-week intensive business boot camp, networking opportunities, and much more. Graduates will be connected with further training opportunities and resources as they enter the workforce.

Those who complete the program and are looking to start their own businesses may also qualify for seed money investments for branding strategy, data analytics, digital marketing, licensing fees, networking expenses, and legal and administrative fees for their new ventures. AAWBC will oversee the utilization of seed funding by participants to ensure compliance with City and DOL parameters.

2026 Showcase Vendors!

J&Z Signs and Designs
Sewing Your Life
Mindful Mind Therapy
Nourish Lactation LLC
Splash & Snack
Camouflage With Viv
Dearborn Balloon Decor

Ash and Edan
E3 Refillery
CPR Training Center
SecureShot313
Beauty N Beats Cosmetics
Watani Coffee

-2026 expo vendors-

Arab American Women’s Business Council
ACCESS
CALL HARBOR
New Economy Initiative
Early Learning Coalition of Dearborn
MWF
Lane Law, PLLC
Hana Kailani Design Studio
29Consult Co.
CMIT Solutions of Northwest Metro Detroit
Xposure collective
Liberty Tax Service
Sharpe & Associates Insurance Agency
Exclusive Elderly Resource Center
Great Lakes Women's Business Council (GLWBC)
SCORE SE Michigan
Primerica
Tejara
State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Accounting Aid Society
First Steps to Famous / Valiant Digital
Yelp
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Detroit
Henry Ford College
Harp Law Pc / Generation Estate Planning
LAHC- Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities
Legacy Dynamics LLC

Ammoun Insurance Agency
America's Community Council (ACC)
SQUARE 4 MEDIA
Rabaa and Nachawati PLLC
DFCU Financial Credit Union
The FlicBox
Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential
Dagher Signs & Graphics
JNS Health Solutions LLC
Arab Women United
3D Creative Designz
Marawed LLC
MoveAmerica Apex Accelerator
International Strategic Management
BADR. Studios
TechTown Detroit
Chebbani Law PLC
The Social Media Store
Wayne Metro Community Action Agency
Real Property Management Synergy
Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
SBA Michigan District Office
Fishbeck

& MORE! Keep an eye out for updates on our showcase vendors, city teams and sponsors on site!

"What an amazing event!

A huge thank you to everyone who attended the Dearborn Entrepreneur Expo on June 5th at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center. Your energy and enthusiasm made it unforgettable evening of networking, learning, and growth.

Special thanks to the City of Dearborn for putting on a stellar event!...."