G.L.A.M. Body Scrubs Wins $100,000 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown

Detroit’s entrepreneurial heartbeat resonated Thursday as the 12th annual Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest by TechTown crowned G.L.A.M. Body Scrubs as the victor. The woman- and minority-owned business captured the $100,000 grand prize from Comerica Bank to fulfill their dream of opening a brick-and-mortar shop. The victory, held at the Wayne State University Industry Innovation Center, marked the culmination of a thrilling journey of public voting, business pitches, and heartfelt deliberation. G.L.A.M. Body Scrubs, founded by Tiffany Cartwright in 2018, offers a beacon of hope for underserved individuals, especially women who have survived domestic violence and human trafficking, as well as returning citizens. After losing her job and determined to soothe her daughter’s eczema with natural ingredients, Cartwright developed a series of organic body scrubs that have since become synonymous with empowerment. Her business provides not only luxurious skincare but also training, jobs, and mentorship opportunities. Now, with this prize from Comerica Bank and the support of TechTown, G.L.A.M. Body Scrubs will open its doors in the Rosedale Park community, inviting Detroiters to experience their vision firsthand. Christianne Malone, assistant VP for economic development at Wayne State University and TechTown Detroit’s chief program officer, was elated: “TechTown is incredibly proud of...