Vintage, resale, and handmade items are not just visually attractive; they also hold a special place in our hearts and positively…

Latina CEO is leading Southwest Detroit Business Association into the Future Laura Chavez-Wazeerud-Din, the new President and CEO of the Southwest Detroit Business Association, walks into the conference room of the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation; dressed in all red – red lipstick, red eyeglasses, and a red dress paired with black leather boots – the room shifts when she walks

Real estate literacy is crucial to building strong and sustainable communities, especially in underserved areas with limited access to quality information …

Check out part 2 of the Model D Article on Southwest Detroit Business Association and the small businesses on the corridor of Southwest Detroit. Link to Article 

Check out the new article released by Model D featuring 2 business success stories in Southwest Detroit.   Check out the Link here: Model D Article

Many business owners have many things that serve as the bedrock for their motivations. Robin Wilson, owner and founder of Vesey Lane Goods, happens to have one that is incredibly dear to her: preserving the family legacy…

Portrait Of A Street Revolution, is a documentary film directed by Brandon Loran Maxwell that explores the complex origins of pachuco…

Boosting the Economy and Investing in Communities to Create Sustainable Neighborhoods in Southwest Detroit. Check out the news article by SBN on Southwest Detroit Business Association and the way we are assisting our community in the neighborhood. Boosting the Economy and Investing in Communities to Create Sustainable Neighborhoods in Southwest Detroit  

Announcement! The Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) has named Laura Chavez-Wazeerud-Din as its news president and CEO. The announcement was made by SDBA Board Chair Tonia Patino. In May 2023, Chavez-Wazeerud-Din was named SDBA’s interim president and CEO, following her previous role as the nonprofit’s vice president of Programs and Compliance. “Knowing Laura’s passion, resilience and deep commitment to our

For the past 15 years, Garden Fresh Marketplace has been the go-to destination for the Southwest Detroit community to get their hands on the freshest…

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Hair salons are not just about physical appearance; they also play a crucial role in enhancing our mental well-being. They provide convenience and a space to de-stress from daily life. For some, the self-care aspect of getting a new hairdo can be truly transformative, boosting their confidence and self-esteem. Araceli Hernandez, owner of Florbella Salon, and her staff are doing

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you. COMPAS is delighted to introduce our new Program Manager, Blanca Zelaya-Ayala, who officially..

You voted and these are the top 7 best pizza shops in metro Detroit..

The pandemic has altered the way undocumented immigrants live in southeast Michigan, pushing some further to the fringes and challenging…

It is important to approach everything in life with a purpose, especially when doing projects you’re passionate about…

Charlene Johnson has created a fantastic place where people from all ages and walks of life can come together and have an absolute blast…

The nearly $24 million development will offer 53 residential homes, including 42 affordable and 11 market rate apartments; and more than 6,000 sq. ft. of retail space when completed in 2024…

When celebrating Mexican culture, there is no better place to go than Southwest Detroit. On this Cinco de Mayo edition of The Daily J podcast…

Multi-million-dollar projects and community development programs elevated the commercial district to performance standards…