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Transforming the Future of Female Founders with a Strategic Alliance Anchored in Detroit’s Innovation Corridor

January 23, 2025 – Detroit, MI – In a powerful move to redefine female entrepreneurship globally, Femology is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Michigan Central, ushering in a new era of innovation, empowerment, and growth for female entrepreneurs. This collaboration seeks to break down barriers, expand access to vital resources, and champion the success of female founders across Detroit’s thriving ecosystem and beyond.

“This collaboration between Femology and Michigan Central is more than a partnership—it’s a bold step toward reshaping the future of entrepreneurship for women across the globe,” said Meagan Ward, Founder of Femology. “With less than 3% of women-led high-growth ventures receiving adequate capital, we are determined to change that narrative. Together, we’re building a curriculum that equips women to rise, thrive, and leave an indelible mark on the world.”

Empowering Female Founders Through Innovation

With Femology’s new headquarters established at Michigan Central at Newlab, this collaboration directly addresses the unique challenges female entrepreneurs face. Through initiatives like the Female Founders School, Femology provides transformative resources, mentorship, and hands-on support to empower women-led ventures from ideation to scaling.This one-of-a-kind program also bridges critical gaps in support, funding, and community, empowering female founders as leaders in their own right.

“Together, Femology and Michigan Central will craft an entrepreneurial experience that is unparalleled in its reach and impact, offering female founders the tools they need to drive their ventures to new heights,” said Michigan Central COO and Head of Innovation, Carolina Pluszczynski. “At Michigan Central we are building one of the most inclusive and equitable tech hubs in the world, modeling Detroit’s innovation ecosystem as a framework for national change.”

Femology founder, Meagan Ward, serves as Community Builder in Residence at Michigan Central, working to grow the female founder community thanks to funding provided by the Michigan Strategic Fund as part of the overall public-private partnership between the State of Michigan, the City of Detroit, and Michigan Central.

“On behalf of Team Michigan, I am proud to see how our support and public-private partnership with Michigan Central is leading to exciting and innovative collaborations with gamechangers like Femology,” said Justine Johnson, Chief Mobility Officer for the State of Michigan. “Congratulations on this new partnership, which will champion female entrepreneurs and serve as an asset to Detroit’s innovation ecosystem.”

Femology New Headquarters at Michigan Central: A Hub for Female Founders

As part of this groundbreaking partnership, Femology is excited to unveil its new headquarters at Michigan Central, a space designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and the spirit of entrepreneurship. This state-of-the-art location will serve as the central hub for Femology’s programming, events, and community-building efforts, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to providing a vibrant and inspiring environment for women to connect, learn, and grow.

Femology’s Female Founders School

Femology will also launch the Female Founder School, a transformative, yearlong experience tailored to empower women at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey. This program provides two tailored pathways for female founders:

  • Start Pathway: For those at the early stages of ideation, launching, or pivoting.

  • Scale Pathway: For established entrepreneurs ready to amplify their impact.

Program participants will gain access to:

  • Access to a vetted community advancing female entrepreneurship.

  • Monthly educational workshops featuring industry experts and thought leaders.

  • Local and global support network of mentors, investors, and advisors.

  • Monthly coworking days to foster collaboration and creativity.

  • Digital community platform for continuous learning and connection.

  • Discounts to signature events that celebrate and uplift women in business.

  • Access to Newlab at Michigan Central.

  • Monthly wellness workshops to nurture the whole entrepreneur.

Female entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply for the Female Founder School at Femology .

“The partnership between Femology and Michigan Central symbolizes a pivotal shift in how we support and champion women in business. Together, we are creating an inclusive, dynamic ecosystem where female founders can turn their visions into reality, supported by a community that believes in their potential and power,” said Ward.

Femology will celebrate its headquarters grand opening at Newlab at Michigan Central on Saturday, January 25—sponsored by Display Group and Amazon, whose contributions will ensure a world-class experience. Display Group’s expertise in creating immersive environments will transform the space into a hub of inspiration, while Amazon’s sponsorship underscores its commitment to supporting innovation and female entrepreneurship.

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About Femology
Femology is a community movement that stands at the forefront of empowering women entrepreneurs to lead, innovate, and thrive. Through strategic partnerships, dynamic programming, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive community, Femology is dedicated to shaping the future of business for female founders. With a new headquarters at Newlab and our partnership with Michigan Central, Femology is building a foundation where women can redefine what’s possible.

About Michigan Central

Michigan Central is a 30-acre technology and cultural hub in Detroit, where leaders, thinkers, communities, and creators come together to accelerate bold ideas and technologies that shape our collective future. By providing access to world-class infrastructure, tools, and resources, Michigan Central inspires innovators and community members to collaborate on real, ground-breaking solutions to global problems. Since opening in April 2023, Michigan Central has grown into a diverse ecosystem of about 730 employees from almost 130 companies and startups working at the intersection of mobility and society. Learn more at Michigan Central.

About Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification

The Office of Future Mobility and Electrification builds on Michigan’s robust mobility legacy and leadership to develop people-centric and community-oriented solutions. Through public and private partnerships, OFME works to enhance Michigan’s mobility ecosystem, enriching lives, creating equitable opportunities, while connecting Michiganders to a brighter future. Michigan’s competitive advantage across land, sea, and sky make it the ultimate destination for mobility innovation, where companies of all sizes will find long-term support and success. Learn more at michiganbusiness.com/ofme

About Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is the state’s marketing arm and lead advocate for business development, job awareness and community development with the focus on growing Michigan’s economy. For more information on the MEDC and our initiatives, visit www.MichiganBusiness.org. For Pure Michigan® tourism information, your trip begins at www.michigan.org. Join the conversation on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn, and Twitter.