Helping you launch, grow, and locate your business in the Ann Arbor area.
Ann Arbor SPARK drives economic development, growth, and prosperity by supporting entrepreneurs and established businesses looking to expand in the southeast Michigan region.
Find or post a job
SPARK’s dedicated source for local talent and opportunities.
Attend an event
Community and SPARK events — business, jobs, networking.
Locate
Business expansion, available office space, and site selection.
Learn about funding
Early-stage investing, angel groups, and venture capital.
World-Class Amenities to Support Your Thriving Business
Home to the University of Michigan, the greater Ann Arbor region has much to offer the people and companies that establish roots here. Explore the different features and resources that will make your move here a welcoming one.
Quality of life
Discover top-rated dining, arts and culture, recreation, and schools.
Local industries
Work alongside global brands and pioneering startups.
Your perfect space
Live and work in deeply connected communities and walkable downtowns.
Business culture
Leverage support for strong business growth and collaboration.
Talent
Hire from a skilled workforce and area universities and colleges.
Facts & Rankings
See how others assess our region.
Spark Services
We are a community resource that drives economic prosperity by helping businesses of all sizes achieve their growth goals.
Startup Services
Supporting early-stage, tech-related companies in the cities of Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti.
Business Expansion
Connecting existing companies to the critical resources they need to locate, stay, and grow here.
Find Space
Helping businesses discover their next office, R&D center, and lab space in the Ann Arbor region.
Funding
Investing in early-stage tech startups and helping grow the state’s angel investor community.
Helping 2,000+ companies turn their vision into reality
SPARK Entrepreneurial Services can help shorten the time required to attract capital, talent, customers, and other strategic resources.
With funds earmarked by the MEDC and budget oversight by the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti SmartZone Local Development Finance Authority, SPARK’s entrepreneurial programs, services, tools, and resources support the growth of a vibrant startup ecosystem.
Startup Acceleration
Grants and programs designed to expedite key milestones.
Entrepreneur Boot Camp
Founders validate their ideas and develop a path forward.
Capital Programs
Investing in southeast Michigan’s innovative startups.
Coaching & Mentorship
Experienced entrepreneurs guiding founders to success.
Upcoming Events
Level up your networking skills, enrich your business acumen, and embrace the innovative spirit that distinguishes our region.
In-person
Latest News
Economic development headlines, insights, announcements, and other share-worthy news from the Ann Arbor region.
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