These women-owned businesses are featured in The Market at the 2025 Women of Influence Summit.
Once upon a time, there was a bookstore….Alcott’s Attic is an independent, novel model bookstore. Our store began as a bedtime story and is inspired by Louisa May Alcott’s Book, Little Women. In addition to a curated collection of books, we sell a variety of literature-inspired sidelines including toys, tea, accessories and gifts. Our shop is woman-owned and family operated. We are proud to be your friendly neighborhood booksellers!
Founder Dominque Davenport started Detroit’s Future is Female six years ago with a mission to create stylish, ethically sourced clothing and a lifestyle that represents Detroit pride while supporting gender equality and empowering women in leadership. Since then, DFF has grown to partner with local retail stores like Not Sorry Goods, Next Chapter Books and All Things Marketplace.
Founder Kimberly P. Jones is a licensed registered dietitian passionate about supporting families. The Epic Infants journey began with a mission to address the need for affordable, safer baby wipes in urban communities. While providing maternal infant health services, Kimberly discovered that many available wipes were not only unaffordable but also contained harsh ingredients that contributed to skin irritation. Our flagship product is our organic baby wipes, designed with the utmost care and expertise from our team of medical consultants, marketing experts and logistics professionals. Together we can eliminate baby discomfort and ensure that every child has access to the safe nurturing care they deserve.
Halie & Co is a handmade jewelry, candle and home fragrance store with the belief that everyone should have access to affordable jewelry and home goods that not only makes them feel beautiful, but that is created with high-quality materials, intention and love. We additionally offer the experience of permanent jewelry and jewelry making workshops to give you the perfect way to accessorize yourself.
Ange started InkCourage six years ago out of a desire to provide encouragement to a friend having a difficult time in the form of temporary tattoos and the knowledge that words have power. Since then, the business has grown to include a wide variety of encouraging words on apparel, accessories and gift items. InkCourage now has a storefront in Royal Oak.
In 2019, Andrea opened her first Nothing Bundt Cakes location in Sterling Heights. That location has grown to be the number one selling Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery in Michigan. Andrea has scaled her business with three additional bakeries in Allen Park, Grosse Pointe and Ann Arbor. As a passionate entrepreneur, Andrea combined her love for baking with a commitment of delivering exceptional customer experiences. Her business is proudly certified as a Detroit Minority Business Enterprise, Women Business Enterprise National Council and Women-Owned Small Business.
Founded in 2022 by Chantele Gray, PGS Cosmetics is a brand dedicated to empowering women to look and feel pretty. PGS Cosmetics’ mission is to enhance beauty without compromise, offering a diverse range of shades and colors to suit every complexion. PGS Cosmetics believes in cruelty-free beauty that respects our planet by providing products that are vegan and ethically produced. Join us on our journey to redefine beauty standards with compassion and inclusivity, making every woman feel pretty every day. Shop products at parent company Pretty Girl Studios in Redford. PGS Cosmetics, it’s what Pretty Girls wear.
Raqi & Bo began as a heartfelt way to give back to the people who meant the world to owner, Raquel Morris. By 2018, Raquel’s time, energy, and passion into transforming Raqi & Bo from a thoughtful hobby into a thriving business. Every step of the journey has been driven by a commitment to creating high-quality, luxurious products that bring joy and self-care to those who use them. She’s combined her love for the city of Detroit with her passion for creating and weaving together the fabric of community, culture, and legacy. Raqi & Bo isn’t just a brand; it’s a journey of love, growth, and storytelling.
Rebel Nell exists to provide employment, equitable opportunity, and wraparound support for women with barriers to employment. By repurposing meaningful materials into wearable art, we mark life’s important moments and connect them to your personal journey. We seek to embolden women, to embrace their infinite strength, and to define their own future. Our jewelry serves as a reminder that there is power in being ONE OF NO OTHER KIND.
Christian Hawkins, an Army veteran and Detroit native, and Courtney Larvadain, MBA, a Lansing native and social media expert, are both mothers and entrepreneurs in their own rights. The duo co-founded Regeily, luxury neck down skincare, in 2021 with the mission to help busy women reclaim moments of self-care. Based in Metro Detroit, Regeily is a luxury body care brand that focuses on clean beauty products designed for the ‘other 97%’ of the skin, below the face. Regeily is proud to be featured in two local spas and has partnered with local philanthropic organizations like My Sistah’s Pink Journey and Jack & Jill of America North Oakland/Macomb – and nationally with Kendra Gives Back (of jeweler Kendra Scott). Through these partnerships, Regeily blends beauty and community impact, creating products that nourish the body and the soul.
More than 400 households in Southwest Detroit have recently been impacted by flooding. Volunteers are needed to help perform wellness visits, organize donations and assemble and deliver care packages.
