Independent Business Association (IBA)

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DETROIT’s COMMITTED GROUP OF BUSINESS LEADERS SINCE 2006

“IBA is Detroit’s committed group of business leaders of vision deploying the power of collaboration as a positive force for extraordinary execution and outcomes for our community.”

ABOUT

We’re pleased to introduce you to the Independent Business Association (“IBA”). We are established Detroit-area business professionals who have come together as IBA to strengthen our individual offerings, our influence in the marketplace and to better serve our collective customer base.

LEARN MORE

“We are committed to the development of small business, particularly with and for people of color; we are willing to do business with all those who are willing to do business with us.”

MEMBERSHIP

IBA looks for entrepreneurs -independent business owners- with a visionary outlook and a collaborative mindset. Our members are specifically expected to recognize the potential, the promise and the power to benefit from collective cooperation.


IBA seeks business-minded thought leaders who care about the big picture beyond themselves; who want to continuously improve their own businesses; the experience of their customers, and ultimately elevate our community and city.

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B2G and more.

IBA EVENTS

IBA produces and supports neighborhood and business-focused events and other initiatives throughout the calendar year to foster economic uplift for local merchants and business owners, and to engage and benefit the community.

CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS

feb

IBA IGNITED

Business people. Networking. Cocktails.


jul

LIGHT UP LIVERNOIS

Livernois Avenue fashion, art, and design street festival.




aug

JAZZ on THE AVE

Outdoor celebration of music, culture, and community along Livernois Avenue in Detroit.

nov

BLACK FRIDAY SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Inviting you to shop, dine, and explore in your neighborhood.


dec

THE LAST 3 DAYS of CHRISTMAS

Shop, drop, and feel the rush during local merchant year-end deals, and last-minute holiday shopping.


dec

BLACK CHRISTMAS

Association and organization customer appreciation, profitability, and friendship holiday party.


CONTACT

Subscribe to our list to find out about membership, new Detroit neighborhood initiatives, and local workshops, events, and other promotions. 


Subscribing also enters you for the chance to WIN the IgniteD launch edition hoodie and other IgniteD brand merch coming soon.


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