DETROIT – Start-ups are the single most important factor driving a state’s economic success, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy. The most recent studies dramatically show that the success or failure rates of small businesses have a profound impact on gross state product, state personal income levels, and total state employment.
This is a trend implicitly acknowledged by Michigan�??s most influential business leaders, and will be fostered and celebrated at E2detroit 2008: Entrepreneurship and Excellence on October 8th at Wayne State University.
E2detroit, focused on the theme of revitalizing Southeastern Michigan�??s economy by avidly supporting new and growing businesses and business leaders, features exceptional speakers and workshop facilitators.
The day�??s agenda will be initiated by David Brandon, President and CEO of Domino�??s Pizza. Brandon will discuss crucial lessons for business success in his presentation on Entrepreneurial Spirit and Innovative Thought: Making a Corporate Cultural Norm. E2detroit will also feature another inspiring Michigan-based success story — Mary Ellen Sheets, Founder and former CEO of Two Men and A Truck. In her presentation on Franchising: Proven Strategies for Success Sheets will share the inspiring and humorous story of her family’s adventure into franchising, spotlighting important lessons learned
The majority of the day will include pragmatic and thought-provoking panel discussions and workshops on useful topics like:
Michigan Resources: Familiarize and Utilize to Maximize The Success of Your Business
The CEO Skillset: Taking It to the Next Level of Leadership
Michigan’s Green Movement — Creating Jobs While Improving the Environment
The Legal Expert: Protecting Your Business and Its Intellectual Property
Online Marketing: The Secrets to Success
The Art of Sourcing Capital; The Do’s and Don’ts
E2detroit 2008�??s illustrious executive faculty includes Fortune 500 and small business leaders, influential venture capitalists, state/county/city government officials, academic superstars, and innovative entrepreneurs. It will reflect their thinking and influence, and is designed to meet the practical needs of start-ups, established small business owners, and budding new business leaders — all convened to learn, network, and be inspired on their business journeys.
�??Entrepreneurship in our state is key to revitalizing Michigan�??s economy,�?� states Tracy-Anne Palmer, Executive Director for the E2detroit 2008 team. �??And Wayne State University�??s Judy Johncox, Director for Venture Development, has recognized that for a number of years. It is through Judy and her team that E2detroit has taken shape. It will be an event to remember, this fall, for its vital support of successful business leaders, and business leaders of tomorrow.�?�
In today�??s competitive environment, to succeed you must be extraordinary. The tools and opportunities represented by E2detroit 2008 will help its delegates excel. Don�??t miss the event on October 8th, 2008, in Detroit at Wayne State University.
For more information, click on e2Detroit.Com
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