About us
Everything Startup w/ Flint, Lansing, & Detroit (Remote welcome!)
Not sure what to do next with your idea? Looking for a team, a cofounder, or just a space filled with people who actually get it?
Everything Startup is a community built for founders who are serious about turning ideas into real businesses.
We’re a digital-first community working on growing a presence in Flint, Lansing, and Detroit, MI areas, for in-person events designed to connect, educate, and accelerate entrepreneurs at every stage.
Inside Everything Startup, you’ll get direct access to guidance from Malik Jackson, who brings 7+ years of experience supporting over 30 startups. His background includes working with Techstars, along with being an alumnus of the Clinton Global Initiative and a Stanford Innovation Fellow.
We provide:
- A network of like-minded builders and future cofounders
- Hands-on guidance to move your startup forward
- Curated resources, tools, and funding opportunities
We help founders with:
- Fundraising
- Marketing
- Operations
- Team building & finding cofounders
- Product development
- And much more
If you’re ready to stop overthinking and start building, this is where you belong.
Upcoming events
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Startup Lab: Build, Brainstorm & Grow
Byat and Coffee, 1491 S Linden Rd, Flint, MI, USGot a business idea but not sure what to do next? Or already building and need feedback?
Pull up to this interactive startup session hosted by Malik Jackson, where ideas turn into action. This is your chance to collaborate with like-minded people, work on your idea, and get feedback in real time.
Malik, an experienced entrepreneur, will be available for 1-on-1 guidance, helping you sharpen your idea, identify next steps, and connect you with useful tools and resources.
Expect a mix of:
- Idea sharing & brainstorming
- Focused work time
- Real feedback & direction
- Networking with other builders
If you’re serious about building something, this is where you need to be.
As we will be hosting the event out of a cafe, the space is limited!Can't join the event? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/uYPzXHcR2m
More info on Malik:
Malik Jackson (Add me on LinkedIn) is a serial entrepreneur and startup generalist who has supported 30+ early-stage companies across operations, product, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising through roles in accelerators, consulting, and community leadership. He thrives in building and scaling messy, early-stage environments, having helped startups grow from ideation to revenue and even through venture-backed funding stages. Malik is currently the founder of Fylm TV, a creator-economy platform reimagining how independent films are discovered and acquired through real audience traction. He has also built and led large founder and creator communities, including Everything Startup (1,000+ members) and Filmmakers Helping Filmmakers (18,000+ global members). In addition to building his own ventures, he actively mentors and scouts startups, helping founders refine strategy, navigate growth, and connect with capital.1 attendee
Startup Lab: Build, Brainstorm & Grow
Byat and Coffee, 1491 S Linden Rd, Flint, MI, USGot a business idea but not sure what to do next? Or already building and need feedback?
Pull up to this interactive startup session hosted by Malik Jackson, where ideas turn into action. This is your chance to collaborate with like-minded people, work on your idea, and get feedback in real time.
Malik, an experienced entrepreneur, will be available for 1-on-1 guidance, helping you sharpen your idea, identify next steps, and connect you with useful tools and resources.
Expect a mix of:
- Idea sharing & brainstorming
- Focused work time
- Real feedback & direction
- Networking with other builders
If you’re serious about building something, this is where you need to be.
As we will be hosting the event out of a cafe, the space is limited!Can't join the event? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/uYPzXHcR2m
More info on Malik:
Malik Jackson (Add me on LinkedIn) is a serial entrepreneur and startup generalist who has supported 30+ early-stage companies across operations, product, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising through roles in accelerators, consulting, and community leadership. He thrives in building and scaling messy, early-stage environments, having helped startups grow from ideation to revenue and even through venture-backed funding stages. Malik is currently the founder of Fylm TV, a creator-economy platform reimagining how independent films are discovered and acquired through real audience traction. He has also built and led large founder and creator communities, including Everything Startup (1,000+ members) and Filmmakers Helping Filmmakers (18,000+ global members). In addition to building his own ventures, he actively mentors and scouts startups, helping founders refine strategy, navigate growth, and connect with capital.1 attendee
Startup Lab: Build, Brainstorm & Grow
Byat and Coffee, 1491 S Linden Rd, Flint, MI, USGot a business idea but not sure what to do next? Or already building and need feedback?
Pull up to this interactive startup session hosted by Malik Jackson, where ideas turn into action. This is your chance to collaborate with like-minded people, work on your idea, and get feedback in real time.
Malik, an experienced entrepreneur, will be available for 1-on-1 guidance, helping you sharpen your idea, identify next steps, and connect you with useful tools and resources.
Expect a mix of:
- Idea sharing & brainstorming
- Focused work time
- Real feedback & direction
- Networking with other builders
If you’re serious about building something, this is where you need to be.
As we will be hosting the event out of a cafe, the space is limited!Can't join the event? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/uYPzXHcR2m
More info on Malik:
Malik Jackson (Add me on LinkedIn) is a serial entrepreneur and startup generalist who has supported 30+ early-stage companies across operations, product, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising through roles in accelerators, consulting, and community leadership. He thrives in building and scaling messy, early-stage environments, having helped startups grow from ideation to revenue and even through venture-backed funding stages. Malik is currently the founder of Fylm TV, a creator-economy platform reimagining how independent films are discovered and acquired through real audience traction. He has also built and led large founder and creator communities, including Everything Startup (1,000+ members) and Filmmakers Helping Filmmakers (18,000+ global members). In addition to building his own ventures, he actively mentors and scouts startups, helping founders refine strategy, navigate growth, and connect with capital.1 attendee
Startup Lab: Build, Brainstorm & Grow
Byat and Coffee, 1491 S Linden Rd, Flint, MI, USGot a business idea but not sure what to do next? Or already building and need feedback?
Pull up to this interactive startup session hosted by Malik Jackson, where ideas turn into action. This is your chance to collaborate with like-minded people, work on your idea, and get feedback in real time.
Malik, an experienced entrepreneur, will be available for 1-on-1 guidance, helping you sharpen your idea, identify next steps, and connect you with useful tools and resources.
Expect a mix of:
- Idea sharing & brainstorming
- Focused work time
- Real feedback & direction
- Networking with other builders
If you’re serious about building something, this is where you need to be.
As we will be hosting the event out of a cafe, the space is limited!Can't join the event? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/uYPzXHcR2m
More info on Malik:
Malik Jackson (Add me on LinkedIn) is a serial entrepreneur and startup generalist who has supported 30+ early-stage companies across operations, product, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising through roles in accelerators, consulting, and community leadership. He thrives in building and scaling messy, early-stage environments, having helped startups grow from ideation to revenue and even through venture-backed funding stages. Malik is currently the founder of Fylm TV, a creator-economy platform reimagining how independent films are discovered and acquired through real audience traction. He has also built and led large founder and creator communities, including Everything Startup (1,000+ members) and Filmmakers Helping Filmmakers (18,000+ global members). In addition to building his own ventures, he actively mentors and scouts startups, helping founders refine strategy, navigate growth, and connect with capital.1 attendee
Past events
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