A Program to help Washtenaw Entrepreneurs get Online.
The Digital Pivot Program is an 6-week cohort designed to support Washtenaw County entrepreneurs scale their business through e-commerce. Applications open now!
Program Benefits
Here’s what to expect from the Digital Pivot Program
E-Commerce Growth Strategy
We support you to build a fully functioning Shopify website that represents your business and brand.
You’ll learn about shipping tools and resources to help you successfully run an online business, including social media.
Shipping Tools & Resources
You’ll have access to expert small business coaching in business strategy, operations, accounting, social media, branding and more.
Coaching
Once you’ve successfully completed the Digital Pivot Program, you’ll receive a $5,000 grant to grow your business.
Cash Grant
Program Requirements
This program is exclusively for economically disadvantaged businesses in Washtenaw County, Michigan. You must meet the following requirements:
Your business must have less than 5 employees, including you.
You must have been in business on or before March 16, 2020 (If you closed on or after March 2020 and are re-opening, you are eligible).
Your business must be located in Washtenaw County, MI
You must meet the following income requirements:
If you are a one person household, you must make less than $55,900.
If your household has 2 people, you must make less than $63,900.
If your household has 3 people, you must make less than $71,900.
If your household has 4 people, you must make less than $79,900.
If your household has 5 people, you must make less than $86,300.
If your household has 6 people, you must make less than $92,700.
If your household has 7 people, you must make less than $99,100.
If your household has 8 people, you must make less than $105,500.
WE SUPPORT ALL QUALIFIED BUSINESSES INCLUDING: