Small Business Success Series

Hosted by Oakland Thrive

Author

christine Zyla
March 26, 2026

Hosted by: Oakland Thrive

In-Person Workshop:  Turn Your Ideas Into a Business Plan That Works

WHEN: Tuesday, April 14 | 10am - 12pm

WHERE: Lathrup Village City Hall | 27400 Southfield Road Lathrup Village, MI 48076

👉 Register today and take the next step in building your business the right way. 

 

 Turn Your Ideas Into a Business Plan That Works

You’ve got the vision—now it’s time to turn it into a plan that actually moves your business forward.

Join us for the second session of our six-part series with Fifth Third Bank, where you’ll take your business model and transform it into a clear, actionable business plan designed for growth, funding, and long-term success.

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đź’ˇ Why This Matters

A strong business plan isn’t just a document—it’s a tool that helps you:

Secure funding by showing lenders and partners you have a clear, viable strategy
Make smarter decisions** by understanding your numbers, operations, and risks

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🔍 In This Session, You Will:

Develop and refine a business plan that aligns with your goals
Learn how to build financial projections using your own tax data
* Understand beneficial ownership and why it matters
* Strengthen your operations with data integrity best practices
* Learn how to protect your business from fraud and scams, with guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
* Walk away with greater confidence and a clearer path forward

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Whether you’re just getting started or looking to strengthen your foundation, this session will give you the tools to move forward with clarity, confidence, and protection.

WHEN: Tuesday, April 14 | 10am - 12pm

WHERE: Lathrup Village City Hall | 27400 Southfield Road Lathrup Village, MI 48076

👉 Register today and take the next step in building your business the right way.