- link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Comcast Business Helps Michigan Small Businesses Scale With Technology and Opportunity Through Next Big Idea Pitch Competition https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313156?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313156?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313156?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Comcast Business Helps Michigan Small Businesses Scale With Technology and Opportunity Through Next Big Idea Pitch Competition&body=ESG News from Comcast https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1313156?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Socially Responsible Investing](/categories/socially-responsible-investing) # Comcast Business Helps Michigan Small Businesses Scale With Technology and Opportunity Through Next Big Idea Pitch Competition May 6, 2026 9:00 AM ET ![Comcast Business and ZO mini donuts logos](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Helps-Michigan-Small-Businesses_Comcast_050526.jpg) From reliable connectivity to advanced business solutions, Comcast Business is committed to helping Michigan’s small businesses start strong, scale smarter, and grow with confidence. That commitment was on display at this year’s Michigan’s Next Big Idea Pitch Competition, where [Zo’s Mini Donuts](https://zos-mini-donuts.square.site/about) was named the winner following a statewide search for innovative, growth‑minded companies. Sponsored by Comcast Business, the competition culminated at the [Michigan Celebrates Small Business](https://michigancelebrates.org/) Summit in East Lansing, awarding Zo’s Mini Donuts a $10,000 cash prize to support its next phase of growth. **Technology and Support Designed for Growing Businesses** Small businesses today need more than great ideas – they need the technology foundation reliable, secure, and easy to manage, so vision can turn into reality without added complexity. Comcast Business works with small businesses and entrepreneurs across Michigan as a local partner helping them take the guesswork out of connectivity, security, and scalability, helping owners stay focused on running and growing their business. Michigan’s Next Big Idea Pitch Competition reflects that broader mission: giving small businesses not only funding and visibility, but momentum. “Entrepreneurs like Zo’s Mini Donuts exemplify the innovation and resilience driving Michigan’s small business community,” said Joshua Apodaca‑Muehlenweg, Vice President, Comcast Business. “Our role is to support that momentum by providing reliable technology and expert support so business owners can focus on serving customers, growing their teams, and building something lasting.” **Connecting Big Ideas to Big Potential** Michigan’s Next Big Idea Pitch Competition brought together [five finalist businesses](https://www.sbam.org/five-entrepreneurs-selected-to-compete-for-10000-prize-in-michigans-next-big-idea-pitch-competition/), each with a unique approach to solving challenges in industries ranging from technology and sustainability to wellness, education, and food entrepreneurship. What set Zo’s Mini Donuts apart was a clear growth strategy paired with an innovative approach, one that recognized how the right tools, infrastructure, and partnerships can unlock long‑term success. Located in St. Joseph, Zo’s Mini Donuts brings families and teens together after dark, creating an alcohol‑free late‑night gathering spot that has become a community hub in the coastal town. **More Than Connectivity: A Partner for Growth** Across Michigan, Comcast Business supports small and mid‑sized businesses with solutions designed to grow alongside them – from business‑grade internet and networking to built‑in security, voice, and managed services that help reduce complexity, protect operations, and keep businesses ready for what’s next. Beyond technology, Comcast Business invests in programs that create opportunities, helping entrepreneurs access resources, share their stories, and connect with networks that strengthen local business communities. The Pitch Competition, developed in partnership with [Michigan Celebrates Small Business](https://michigancelebrates.org/), is one of those investments – bringing together leaders, innovators, and community partners to spotlight what’s possible when businesses have the right support. **Celebrating Michigan’s Entrepreneurial Community** Since 2004, Michigan Celebrates Small Business has recognized companies that strengthen the state’s economy through innovation, leadership, and community impact. The annual summit highlights the diverse ways small businesses contribute to local communities and drive economic growth. **Comcast Business: Powering What’s Next for Michigan Small Businesses** By combining reliable, enterprise‑grade technology with meaningful community investment, Comcast Business helps ensure small businesses have the confidence to grow – supported by infrastructure that can scale alongside them. To learn more about Comcast Business solutions, visit: [business.comcast.com/small-business](http://business.comcast.com/small-business). 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