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Jun 3, 2026 8:30 AM
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From PBS to Startup: Building a Detroit Company Solving a National Crisis
What does it take to turn a local idea into a venture-backed company tackling a national challenge?
July 15, 2026 12:00 PM
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2:00 pm
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Join Detroit entrepreneur, producer, and founder Sierra L. Boone for an inside look at her journey from creating educational content for PBS to building a Detroit-based startup addressing one of the country's most pressing issues: early childhood education and teacher burnout.
In this candid and inspiring session, Sierra will share the lessons, pivots, wins, and challenges that shaped her path—from performing in Detroit childcare classrooms and uncovering a larger systemic problem, to conducting research, securing startup funding, and building a technology-driven solution with national potential.
You'll hear about:
- Identifying opportunities through real-world experience
- Pivoting from direct-to-consumer to business-to-business models
- Fundraising and finding product-market fit
- Building a company in Detroit with national impact
- Competing with established platforms and creating a new category
- The vision for strengthening early childhood infrastructure through innovation
Whether you're a founder, entrepreneur, creative, educator, or community builder, this session offers practical insights and honest reflections on what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up.
Come connect with fellow innovators and learn how one Detroit founder is building a company designed to make a difference—right here in our city and beyond.
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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.