About WMBA
Celebrating 10 Years — 2016–2026
In 2026, WMBA proudly celebrates ten years of advancing economic opportunity along the West McNichols business corridor and in the surrounding residential neighborhoods.
WMBA has grown into a trusted intermediary connecting entrepreneurs, neighborhood residents, educational institutions, and financial partners to expand access to business resources, workforce pathways, and economic mobility.
WMBA’s Education and Workforce Anchor Partner
WMBA’s programming model is anchored by its partnership with Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD).
This partnership ensures that all education, workforce, and business development programming is delivered within a trusted academic environment and aligned with real career and economic pathways for business owners and neighborhood residents.
The WCCCD Northwest Campus serves as WMBA’s primary program location and community learning hub for the West McNichols business corridor.
MISSION
To support and connect businesses and neighborhood residents while strengthening the long-term economic vitality of the West McNichols business corridor and surrounding residential neighborhoods.
VISION
A thriving business corridor where entrepreneurs, families, institutions, and partners grow together through access, collaboration, and opportunity.
