Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Great innovations stem from someone with a bold vision, a brilliant idea, a hunch.

Since 2014, our Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) has been inspiring students and Macomb County residents, motivating them to explore and act upon their innovative ideas and learn to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset through:

Entrepreneurial training, coaching and mentoring
Networking opportunities
Workshops and seminars
Interactive student events and competitions

…and more!

Get Started!

Whether you're a Macomb student, alumni, community member or a new or established small business, everything the CIE offers is available for free! It's part of our commitment to regional workforce and economic development.

Ready to turn your dreams into reality? Schedule a 30-minute introduction with the CIE today to take your entrepreneurship skills to the next level tomorrow!

By the Numbers

Here’s a look at the impact the CIE has made on students and local entrepreneurs since its inception:

4,400+ community members and students engaged:
- Campus Workshops
- Macomb Innovates Student Pitch Competition
- Business Professionals of America
- Entrepreneurship Youth Camp
- Middle and High School Group Brand Workshops
- Ecosystem Partner Promotion Workshops
1000+ community residents attended co-sponsored workshops
150+ people attended the 2026 Macomb Innovates! The Next Big Thing
40+ community entrepreneurs receive ongoing coaching and mentoring
200 Referrals to business ecosystem partners

Locations, Hours and Contact Information

Center Campus – A Building, Room 206
44575 Garfield Road
Building A, Room 206
Clinton Township, MI 48038-1139

Phone: 586.226.4833
Email: cie@macomb.edu

Hours of Operation

Hours by appointment. Please call or email to schedule a virtual or in-person assessment.

Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship