Independent Business Association (IBA)
ENVISION | IGNITE | LEAD | EXECUTE
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.
“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.
B2C
B2B
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.
IgniteD
LIGHT UP Livernois
JAZZ on The AVE
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
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