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Justin Onwenu hired to help entrepreneurs start Detroit businesses

September 17, 2024

In this Bridge Detroit article, Malachi Barrett discusses how fourth-generation Detroiter Justin Onwenu is taking on a newly-created role in Mayor Mike Duggan’s administration to help entrepreneurs navigate city processes and secure financial support.

The article references how “research from economic equity groups like Detroit Future City show younger business owners are more optimistic about investing in Detroit compared to peers in Generation X and older,” and how DFC’s recent small business report shows a positive view of Detroit business environment, but accessing capital is a top challenge.

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