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March Madness Watch Party
Mar 19, 2026 11:00 AM
Join us at Bamboo Ann Arbor for a members only BYOL watch party for March Madness!
EIR Office Hours: Product Growth
Join Entrepreneur in Residence April Anderson, a James Beard award-winning chef, and entrepreneur.
March 19, 2026 10:00 AM
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Join Entrepreneur in Residence April Anderson, a James Beard award-winning chef, and entrepreneur. Private 1:1 sessions to help you grow.
Special sessions available to help you navigate product development and business growth with Entrepreneur in Residence April Anderson.
April Anderson, a native of Detroit, is a highly accomplished professional. A graduate of Chadsey High School, Anderson holds both a Bachelor of Science degree from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
In September 2013, Anderson, along with its spouse, Michelle Anderson, established their inaugural bakery in Detroit on the historic Avenue of Fashion. The mission of Good Cakes and Bakes is to provide high-quality, wholesome, and organic baked goods in an environment that fosters positivity, creativity, education, and friendliness towards both employees and the community. Prioritizing the hiring of returning citizens from the community and ensuring livable wages are key aspects of their business philosophy.
In April 2015, along with Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Kresge Foundation President Rip Rapson, and former President Bill Clinton, April participated in the Clinton Global Initiative America’s closing plenary session, Comeback Cities. This event explored Detroit and highlighted its local businesses. In 2017, April pitched and won the top prize in the inaugural Detroit Demo Day Competition. In 2018, April was honored with the distinction of being a Pastry Chef for the James Beard Media Awards (New York City). She is also a 2018 James Beard Foundation Chef Boot Camp alumna. In 2019, April, along with her mother, appeared live on The Today Show in New York City. April is a 2022 James Beard Foundation Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership alumna. In 2023, Good Cakes and Bakes was recognized as a James Beard Foundation Semifinalist for “Outstanding Bakery.”
April has baked for several celebrities including Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Tyler Perry, Oprah Winfrey, Kamala Harris, former president Bill Clinton and several other prominent figures. April holds seats on the boards of several organizations dedicated to assisting entrepreneurs in starting and growing their businesses. She serves as the Chair for the Funding board for Black Leaders Detroit, the Lending Board for ProsperUS Detroit, and the Board of Directors for DEGA/DEGC.
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Bamboo is a place where entrepreneurs go to grow in Detroit. Their leadership deeply cares about helping other succeed.
Kyle Bazzy
VP of Growth @ Autobooks
Love being a part of the family 💚 working here is such a joy.
Brittni Bee Brown
Founder & Principal Publicist at The Bee Agency
Bamboo has given me community, a team of folks in the same phase of life as I am in. We’re all building, creating, learning and failing together.
Christina Fair
Founder & CEO at Fair Ventures and Reconnect Teams
I've had the opportunity to work out of both the Detroit and Royal Oak location and Bamboo, as a whole, is by far the greatest work environment you will find in the area.
Rana Mohamed
Director of Operations at Amatis Controls
Frequently asked questions about Bamboo
Have more questions? Send us a message or book a tour at one of our locations to learn more.
What types of memberships do you offer?
Virtual: includes full mail service as well as one day pass per month and access to our community events and perks. Comes with conference room credits built-in.
Open coworking: includes 24/7 access to our building and the ability to work at any of our unassigned desks or lounge spaces. Comes with conference room and print credits built-in.
Dedicated desk: includes a dedicated desk where you can set up a fixed workspace + storage that is entirely yours. Comes with conference room and print credits built-in.
Private office: includes a fully enclosed, private space for your team of 1-10 people to work together. Comes with conference room and print credits built-in.
Do I get access to all Bamboo locations?
Yes! All members have access to all Bamboo locations. Members have a homebase such as Royal Oak, then get business access hours M-F 9-5pm in other locations. Credits easily roll over so you can book rooms anywhere, anytime.
How do your Membership Agreements work?
You can sign up to work with us on a monthly, 6-month, or 12-month basis.
If you aren’t quite ready for a membership, we offer day passes and conference room rentals.
What parking options are available?
In Detroit
- There is plenty of street parking within walking distance. Lots charge $2-10 a day. Free parking is available at nearby casinos. Inquire for latest parking dedicated rates.
In Royal Oak
- Street parking is free before 11am.
- You can also get two hours of free parking at the Center Street Garage behind our building ($0.75/hour after the first two hours)
- You can also purchase a parking pass for unlimited parking for $50/month.
In Ann Arbor
- Street parking is all around us
- There are a variety of dedicated parking options around us, ranging $135-200 per spot per month.