Signature Event

Our second Local First Engagement Hour Series is at City Built on May 29th from 4:30PM - 5:30PM! Join us for afternoon social hour where we will have appetizers, one […]

As we face mounting threats to our collective ability to move the needle on environmental justice, racial equity and other social justice issues, it is crucial for the business community to help drive change. Join People First Economy and B Local Michigan for a powerful roundtable panel featuring Detroit-based business leaders: Darren Riley, Co-founder and […]

Join us for our upcoming VIRTUAL Local First Workshop where Leandra Nisbet, the owner of Stingray Advisory Group, will be sharing more information on how businesses can leverage AI to […]

Our third Local First Engagement Hour Series is at Big Lake Brewing on August 7th from 4:30PM - 5:30PM! Join us for an afternoon social hour where we will have appetizers, one free beverage, and new connections! Click here for tickets! Thank you to our host, Big Lake Brewing for offering their space. Thank you […]

We are bringing back Fork Fest as a block party this year! Fork Fest is an exciting community-driven event designed to celebrate the vibrant local business scene in West Michigan. It brings together consumers, entrepreneurs, and food lovers in a one-of-a-kind experience focused on discovery, connection, and culinary exploration. The event offers food sampling from local […]

The People First Economy team is kicking the holiday season off with a networking Sip & Social event for all of our Detroit connections. Complimentary light appetizers and beverages will […]

Join us as we celebrate all that 2025 has brought during our Holiday Mixer at Arts Marketplace. The holiday season can be busy, but it’s always better when we gather […]