DETROIT – On August 13, the Entrepreneur’s Initiative of Southeast Michigan will present its next forum with keynote speaker John Gilmour, an information technology leader with a track record in start-up, mid-sized and Fortune 500 companies.
Gilmour will discuss the BizSpark program of Microsoft. He is a Microsoft platform strategy advisor who focuses on bringing together senior technical and business leaders to develop opportunities that create business value through the adoption of new and emerging technologies.
In addition, the forum will feature three emerging technology-driven companies who deliver presentations to an audience of venture capitalists, angel investors and business professional, which then provide constructive criticism and guidance.
Presenting companies include:
CYJ Enterprises provides a suite of online applications and training that enables security assurance in child and elder care centers.
Diversity Employment & Education Network is developing a Web 2.0 employment site geared towards high-value minority candidates.
Mind Energy Biofuels is an alternative energy company that provides renewable and sustainable energy generation for utilities, corporations and institutions.
The event runs from 8 – 10 a.m. and will be held at TechTown in downtown Detroit; there is no cost to attend. For directions and to register, AutomationAlley.Com
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