Entrepreneurship and small businesses are the cornerstones of a thriving economy, creating 1.6 million net new jobs in 2019 and consistently accounting for almost half of the private workforce. While their success lies in the support structures - the ecosystem - surrounding them, building an efficient and strong ecosystem requires not only partnerships, creativity, and […]
Join us during Global Entrepreneurship Week on November 19 for a special edition of the REFOCUS workshop! #GEW2020 Assess. Adapt. Act now to save your business. This two–hour virtual workshop helps small business starters and owners find the focus and clarity needed to shift their mindset and learn how to meet theirsss customer's changing needs. […]
COVID-19 has forced us to be creative in the ways we support our main streets and downtowns as commercial and social centers by moving many indoor activities outside. This has been a great lifeline during the spring and summer but… winter is coming! We'll present some of the innovative ideas submitted as part of Bench […]
A series of virtual events will be held from December 1st-3rd, 2020 featuring leaders in inclusive innovation discussing Entrepreneurship at HBCUs, Black ESOs and Allies, Building Inclusive Tech Ecosystems, and Investing in Black-Led Startups. The Main Event on December 3rd will feature a Fireside Chat, Entrepreneur Showcase, and the Pitch Competition Finals. Register