Inspired Detroit Initiative

Founder Intake Form

The Inspired Detroit Initiative is a monthly membership program created to help Detroit entrepreneurs access opportunities, grow their businesses and build stronger connections.

Members receive:

Access to two grant opportunities each month: one EAM grant awarded live to a qualifying member and one external grant opportunity shared through an affiliated partner or investor.
One live, interactive business-growth workshop each month designed around the needs of our members.
One dedicated vendor event each month where members can showcase their businesses.
Brand exposure through EAM and our community partners.
Business accountability, resources and community connections.

The program begins October 1, 2026. Membership is $25 per month. The first 50 paid members will lock in that rate for as long as their membership remains in good standing.

Complete this short form to tell us about yourself and select an upcoming orientation. Completing this form does not enroll you or require payment.

Social media platform

Social media handle / username

Which best describes where you are in business?

I have a business idea.

I am preparing to start.

My business is currently operating.

My business is operating and ready to grow.

In one or two sentences, tell us what your business does or what you are working to create.

What support would help your business most right now?

Access to capital and funding

Business education and planning

Revenue and customer growth

Marketing, brand exposure and visibility

Networking, partnerships and vendor opportunities

Business accountability and ongoing support

What is one business goal you want to accomplish within the next six months?

Which orientation will you attend?

Orientation 5 — Thursday, September 3rd, 6:00 pM (Virtual)

Orientation 6 — Friday, September 4th, 1:00PAM (Virtua)

Orientation 7 — Tuesday, September 8th, 10:00 AM (Virtua)

Orientation 8 — Thursday, September 10th, 1:00 PM (Virtua)

Orientation 13 — Saturday, September 19th, 11:00 AM (Virtua)

None of these dates work, tell which date works best for you?

I understand that the Inspired Detroit Initiative begins October 1, 2026, and membership is $25 per month. I understand that completing this intake form does not enroll me or require payment. I give EA Management LLC permission to contact me regarding my selected orientation and the Inspired Detroit Initiative.