Frederick Paul II Named Associate Director of Detroit’s Small Business Support Network Office

Invest Detroit, New Economy Initiative (NEI), and the Community Foundation for Southeastern Michigan have joined forces in an effort to bolster the small business landscape in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park, and other Wayne County communities. As part of this collaborative endeavor, Frederick Paul II has been appointed as the next Small Business Network Associate Director, with a focus on advancing the mission of enhancing an inclusive small business support network comprising nonprofit business organizations (BSOs). A Detroit native, Paul II brings to the table a wealth of experience as the founder of Fahrenheit 313, Detroit’s hottest sneaker exchange. His entrepreneurial journey underscores a deep-rooted commitment to not only celebrating sneaker culture but also giving back to the community through philanthropic endeavors. Operating his small business on Livernois in Detroit, Paul II intimately understands the unique challenges and opportunities that entrepreneurs face in the city and has dedicated himself to fostering positive change. Lily Hamburger, director of the Small Business Support Network, lauded Paul’s appointment, citing his genuine entrepreneurial success and community leadership as assets that will lead economic opportunities in Detroit, particularly for women- and minority-owned businesses. “Frederick Paul’s real experience as a successful entrepreneur and community leader make him...