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USBC is an organization comprised of self-sustaining, viable Black Chambers and nationwide small business associations.
Collaboration with strategic partners increases our capacity to provide diverse services.
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We're partnered with to provide over $500K in grants to Black-owned restaurants in select cities. Rolling application periods are coming to close for Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Chicago!
Apply now to get access to funds and resources for your business. Email [email protected] for more information.
Learn more https://usblackchambers.org/grubhub/
As we close out another year of successful advocacy and growth for the Black business community, the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) appreciates your support in advancing and uplifting our mission as the preeminent voice of the nation’s more than 3.2 million Black-owned businesses. With the help of our vast network of chambers, partner organizations, supporters, and allies, we’ve been able to achieve significant gains for our community over the last year. Such support has materialized through a myriad of ways for our organization and the businesses we serve, including USBC’s participation as a partner with the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Community Navigator Pilot program, among many other opportunities.
Looking ahead into the new year, we remain hopeful and determined in our mission to sustain the growth and progress achieved in previous years. As we continue this journey of moving the Black business agenda forward in Washington, D.C., we invite you to remain involved with the USBC in our quest to provide committed, visionary leadership and advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment for African American Chambers of Commerce and business organizations.
Our 2023 mantra remains identical to previous years: In order for there to be a great America, there must be a great Black America; in order for there to be a great Black America, we need great Black businesses; and in order to have great Black businesses, we need great Black Chambers of Commerce and the impactful work we do to support the growth of Black enterprises.
Check out our 2022 Reflections Newsletter at https://conta.cc/3IL8F6G
Education is Power. When it comes to preparing our small business taxes, efficiency is in the details.
With tax season upon us, it's important to ensure that your company is best positioned to take advantage of changes in the tax law and available credits to help reduce your tax exposure.
Please join us as we discuss preparing for the 2022 Tax Season for small business owners with national CPA expert, Catrina Craft.
RSVP today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-tax-season-preparation-tips-tickets-512242640527
Education is Power! Learn 2023 Tax Prep: Business Tax Deductions, New guidelines related to 1099 Non-Employee Compensation and much more!
Congratulations The Greater Durham Black Chamber of Commerce , USBC's January Spoke of the Month!
USBC created the Spoke of the Month recognition program to highlight the great work by our chambers of commerce who serve Black businesses and are champions for the black business community. GDBCC is unwavering in its fight for small businesses with local grant programs, a host of resources, workshops, and programs offered in-person and virtually.
GDBCC is a nonprofit organization whose primary goal is to invest in the growth and development of the Black entrepreneur, the Black business, and the Black business ecosystem. "The GDBCC has had a tremendous effect on our community, working with many strategic partners to advance economic equity initiatives across the region. We have supported the growth and development of over 10,000 individuals in the last 10 years, providing technical assistance to many current and future entrepreneurs". If you are a business owner located in Durham, NC, be sure to contact the Greater Durham Black Chambers and get involved!
Start the new year off right with the latest January 2023 edition of CODE M Magazine featuring Farad Ali, CEO of Asociar and USBC President's Circle Member, on the recipe for creating ecosystems for success.
Read more 👉 https://issuu.com/codemmagazine/docs/2023_january_issue?fr=sNTdkYzUzNjcxNDU
Please join the Atlanta Black Chambers for Tuesday Talks Virtual Roundtable Every Tuesday at 8:30am EST. Today's session will feature Ron Busby Sr., President & CEO of U.S. Black Chambers, Inc., as a special guest speaker.
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From your family at the Greenwood Women's Business Center, we send the wishes of prosperity, success and fulfillment for the coming year ahead. We only hope that your grandest dreams are achieved, and that we may be a part of that journey this coming year!
After the bustle of the holidays, we'd love to have you come in and see us. Let your dedicated team assist you with your business ventures, ideas, and next steps!
Happy 2023 New Year!
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We wish you an amazing holiday season from our family to yours.
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Take our 2022 Year End Survey!
Thank you for engaging with the USBC in 2022! We hope that you all are preparing to enjoy some much-needed holiday time with family and friends. We want to give all of our general constituents the best experiences and in this regard, we would like to hear from you on what you think about our programs and offerings.
Please complete the USBC General Stakeholder Survey and let us know how we can enhance our programs and offerings in 2023. Thanks in advance for your participation!
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Thanks in advance!
Keep it Local Business Fund - Apply by today, December 16, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST
The Nextdoor Kind Foundation is providing $5,000 grants to support your small business. This groundbreaking program is made possible through a partnership with the NAACP and Hello Alice. Hello Alice is a free platform that supports small business owners to learn and grow. Simply click the “apply now” button to create a Hello Alice profile and access the application. Check out this webinar to learn more about what we are looking for in applicants as well as the application process!
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Microgrants for Small Businesses What will you get? One-time $5,000 grant to support your small businessPublic recognition for your contributions to your communityParticipation in 1-2 events with your fellow winners to share your successes and lessons learnedAd credits to promote your loca
Please join the U.S.-Africa Business Center (USAfBC) as we host the next installment of our newest initiative, Advance with Africa. This event will take place both virtually and in person at the U.S. Chamber headquarters today Tuesday, December 13, 2022
12:00PM - 2:00PM EDT.
Advance with Africa is a nationwide roadshow and campaign aimed at increasing U.S. businesses’ understanding of commercial opportunities in Africa, transforming the narrative around Africa’s business climate, and dispelling myths—creating new opportunities for American businesses, big and small.
This installment of the Advance with Africa series at the margins of the Africa Leaders Summit will feature USBC President, Ron Busby, and speakers from the SBA, the Department of Commerce, and the AfCFTA Secretariat.
https://events.uschamber.com/AWA_at_ALS
Please join the U.S.-Africa Business Center (USAfBC) as we host the next installment of our newest initiative, Advance with Africa. This event will take place both virtually and in person at the U.S. Chamber headquarters.
Join U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. in partnership with AT&T for the 2023 "Power 50" Women of Power Luncheon to honor women who are powerful leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives on Mar 23, 2023, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM in Washington, DC!
The event will recognize our 2023 Power 50 honorees and the distinct skills they each contribute to their companies, communities, and families. In addition to honoring our honorees, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting a panel discussion with select honorees from our Power 50 list.
We're excited to celebrate women leaders in business and technology as well as entrepreneurs and executives who are making a difference in their industries.
Tickets available now https://www.usbcwomenofpower.com/
Level Up For Growth Webinar
LEVEL UP FOR GROWTH is an opportunity to learn how you, or your business, can access funding for collaborative research and development partnerships. If you are technologically inclined, or have innovative ideas, don’t miss this chance to connect with these leaders in innovation and discover opportunities for yourself, your tech, startup, or small business!
Join the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. on Thursday, December 8, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET/10 – 11 a.m. PT for a DHS Science and Technology Directorate webinar for a panel discussion, “Taking Your Tech from Idea to Impact,” providing ways to utilize DHS S&T’s innovation programs for entrepreneurial innovation and funding opportunities.
You’ll learn more about:
-DHS S&T’s “Startup Studio” technology commercialization program for entrepreneurs
-Ways to access funding to conduct research and development (R&D) for homeland security needs
-The Silicon Valley Innovation Program
-The Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR)
If you are a startup, entrepreneur, or industry, learn how you can propose novel science and technology ideas to get R&D funding; how researchers, entrepreneurs and businesses can move federally-funded technologies from lab to the market; and how a broad range of small businesses can apply for up to $1M in R&D funds through the Small Business Innovation Research Program.
About DHS: As a federal agency, DHS S&T is responsible for the science that strengthens the nation’s overall security and develops and delivers technologies for those on the front lines to complete their missions. DHS S&T casts a wide net to find and use the best technologies, from artificial intelligence and machine learning to climate adaptation, community and infrastructure resilience, communications technology, transportation, biometrics, chemical-biological threat detection, first responder capabilities, data visualization and analysis, cybersecurity, and more.
Register at the link below - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/level-up-for-growth-webinar-with-usdhs-tickets-472857107337
We will share the top 2023 digital trends and how to create a robust strategic plan for 2023, aligning your customer, business goals, channels, KPIs, and priorities effectively.
Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Fresh off the press! This month's CODE M Magazine edition features USBC Vice Chairman of the Board and President Circle Co-Chair, Antwanye Ford.
"When Antwayne Ford started his business, Enlightened, Inc.: Beyond Expectation, he merged his passion for IT security and mentorship into one concept. It turns out that this combo is perfect for his bottom line and his heart".
Read more at https://issuu.com/codemmagazine/docs/2022_december_issue.pub?fr=sZmVlOTUzNjcxNDU
The U.S. Black Chambers is deeply saddened by the passing of Rep. Donald McEachin, who served as the Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Economic Empowerment Task Force and was a champion for Black business owners and the Black community at large.
Rep. McEachin was a dedicated public servant who will be greatly missed by his colleagues on both sides of the aisle. He leaves behind a legacy of strengthening economic opportunities for Black and minority communities across the United States.
We extend our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time, and we will honor his memory by continuing to work for the betterment of Black businesses.
This year, the USBC Community Economic Development Corp. (USBC CEDC) has had the privilege of sharing resources, information, and funding to Black businesses in a variety of ways that help them to stabilize, sustain and grow.
Your financial support is critical to the expansion of this work. As we look ahead citing a global health pandemic and the prospect of a national recession, Black business owners will grapple with numerous challenges. Your kind support will help us provide funding - grants, loans, etc. - training and resources to take Black firms to the next level.
The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. is excited to kick off this year's as the 2022 holiday season commences. With your generous support, USBC CEDC can continue leading the way for Black businesses and entrepreneurs in the next year and beyond.
A contribution of any kind will support our effort of building a vibrant and robust network to advance and grow Black business in the year ahead.
Make a contribution today!
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Today is Small Business Saturday and owned small businesses need your support. today to support our former service members and their spouses: www.sba.gov/saturday
Happy ! Join us and in encouraging everyone to search, shop, and support Black-owned this holiday season and every day. Watch the interactive & shoppable film featuring , , and 70+ Black-owned businesses at g.co/blackownedfriday.
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On behalf of our President Ron Busby, Sr., our Board and Staff we want to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving Holiday! USBC Offices will be closed 11/24 and 11/25. Please remember to support your local Black Owned Businesses on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday! USBC Offices reopen Monday November 28th.
Safe travels and happy holidays!
Learn the basics of what makes a winning website. We’ll give participants the skills to create a simple, well-designed, optimized website that not only looks good but also delivers for their business.
We’ll provide step-by-step instructions, tips, and tools that enable them to set up a domain name, create an attractive layout, and ensure that their site functions well across mobile devices.
Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Ron Busby Sr., USBC President, recently had an intimate armchair conversation during with Rhett Buttle on his personal entrepreneurial journey and how he harnessed the power of mergers & acquisitions to create wealth as a Black business owner.
As he reflected on the conversation, it is important to expound on how mergers & acquisitions play a key role in growth and wealth creation for Black businesses. We are stronger as Black business owners when we collaborate with the common goal of building Black wealth and legacy.
Read more at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/mergers-acquisitions-can-play-key-role-growth-wealth-black-ron/?trackingId=%2B6IqDrLpRfmjNGjrMYK%2BoA%3D%3D
There’s something fun about finding a great Black business to support, champion, and share with others. And research shows people find Black businesses through some of the most organic and communal ways possible. But for those moments where you’re in a new place, and need a more nuanced recommendation for work, play, or life, ByBlack is here to help.
With 26K+ businesses in our directory, we want to help you discover more businesses and get the right answers for where to go.
Come check us out with the link in our bio 🤩
It’s almost ! We’re excited to again partner with to reimagine Black Friday as a day to search and shop Black-owned. Learn more & watch the interactive, shoppable film featuring , & 70+ Black-owned businesses at g.co/blackownedfriday.
Watch the film from with , , and 50+ Black-owned businesses. Search, shop, support Black-owned today and every day.
Networking Like You Mean It For Entrepreneurial Success
Network Like You Mean It! Lasting relationships are a valuable opportunity to best prepare for your business goals. When you invest in your relationships professional and personal, it can pay you back in dividends throughout the course of your career and in everyday life.
Alysha and Jessica will show you how to:
-Network with a purpose to achieve your entrepreneurial goals
-Discover actionable tips to assist with effective collaboration, research and communication
-Deliver a one minute pitch and will receive constructive feedback after completion
You don't want to miss this event!
Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand.
Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Welcome to Ask Me Anything About Reels presented by our proud partners at Meta Boost! On behalf of our President Ron Busby, our board, chambers, and our staff - thank you for attending. I’m Phillip W. Dunn, Host of Fridays With Phil and Program Manager with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. affectionately known as the National Voice of Black Businesses. We represent over 140 Black Chambers of Commerce and small businesses across the nation and are founded on 5 Pillars of Service - Advocacy, Access to Capital, Contracting, Entrepreneurial Training, and Chamber Development.
Don’t forget to get your questions about using Reels in! Join us tomorrow, November 17 at 1 PM EST for a live Q&A with Meta trainer Gibran Jones. Ask your questions in the comments below and then tune into the live for the answer here at the US Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) page.
Please note that we are unable to address individual - related troubleshooting questions.
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Learn how to connect with your customers using Reels. Join us for a Facebook Live AMA on November 17 at 1PM ET.
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Five Pillars of Service: Advocacy - The USBC fights for legislation that promotes small business growth, particularly policies that address the challenges of Black business owners. We understand the importance of maintaining a bipartisan approach to advocacy, and hence, collaborate with policymakers from all political affiliations to advocate for policies that best serve the interest of the Black community. Access to Capital - Capital access remains the most important factor limiting the establishment, expansion and growth of Black-owned businesses. The USBC works with financial institutions, particularly Black-owned institutions, to create avenues by which Black businesses can gain greater access to credit, capital and other financial instruments. Chamber Development - The growth and development of Black chambers of commerce is a core focus of the U.S. Black Chamber. As such, we leverage our role as a national organization, provide technical assistance and leadership training to member chambers, assist with the establishment of new Black chambers, and facilitate the sharing of best practices and industry data among our members. To do this, we utilize a variety of mechanisms including, training, web-based tools, peer networking, coaching, and information products. Entrepreneur Training - The USBC is committed to helping Black business leaders achieve stellar performance and growth through entrepreneur and business management training. Hence, we deliver quality educational opportunities and professional development resources that help our members manage and grow successful businesses. Contracting - At the USBC, our goal is to level the playing field by helping members gain access to business opportunities in the private and public sectors. We accomplish this by educating members on contract opportunities, helping them increase their capacity to vie for large scale contracts, and offering resources and information that enhance Black owners’ ability to compete.
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US Dept Of The Treasury - Access To Capital:Advancing Small Business Part 3 In response to the Biden Administration's Executive Order 13985, the U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization is expanding its ecosystem of underserved small businesses small businesses to include WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, and small disadvantaged small businesses. These three Tracks represent our plan and rationale for ensuring inclusion and a successful, enterprising ecosystem at the U.S. Department of Treasury that aligns the Department's requirements with the interests of businesses and economic growth: Event Two:. Event Three: Title: Grow Your Business and Prepare for BIL Projects with SBA Contract Bonding Basics Synopsis: The U.S. Small Business Administration's Surety Bond Guarantee Program helps small and emerging businesses obtain bid, performance, and payment bonds when they lack the experience or financial resources to qualify through regular channels. SBA's bond guarantee on projects up to $10 million provides small and underserved businesses with increased contracting opportunities and helps maximize their bonding capacity. This session will explain contract bonds and why they are important to project owners, the qualification process, and how SBA can help small businesses obtain contract bonds or increase their current bonding capacity. Speaker: Tamara E. Murray, Underwriting Marketing Specialist, Office of Surety Guarantees - U.S. Small Business Administration Closing Remarks by Melissa “Lisa” Jenkins, Stakeholder Engagement Program Manager/Women-Owned Small Business/Underserved & Under-resourced Communities – U.S. Department of the Treasury; and Torrance Chism, Director & Chief Learning Officer, Treasury Acquisition Institute, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. Department of the Treasury.
US Dept Of The Treasury - Access To Capital:Advancing Small Business Part 2 In response to the Biden Administration's Executive Order 13985, the U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization is expanding its ecosystem of underserved small businesses small businesses to include WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, and small disadvantaged small businesses. These three Tracks represent our plan and rationale for ensuring inclusion and a successful, enterprising ecosystem at the U.S. Department of Treasury that aligns the Department's requirements with the interests of businesses and economic growth: Event Two:. Title: Leveraging Federal Programs to Improve Access to Capital for Small Businesses to include 8(a)/SDB, WOSB/EDWOSB, HUBZone located in underserved and under-resourced areas Synopsis: The Biden-Harris Administration recently took new steps to narrow the racial financial divide by focusing on two key wealth-creators: small business ownership and home ownership. Learn about the $31 billion in small business programs that will increase access to capital for small businesses and provide mentoring, networking, and other forms of technical assistance to socially and economically disadvantaged businesses seeking to access federal contracts and participate in federal research and development investments. Panelists: Joyce Christanio - Sr. Program Manager Supplier Diversity, Procurement Supply- T-Mobile Michelle Faison-Oldham, National Director – Federal Civilian, T-Mobile for Government Edward Spenceley, Senior Vice President & National Government Contracting Specialist for Global Banking and Markets - Bank of America Chris Pilkerton, Chief Legal and Regulatory Strategy Officer - Accion Opportuity Fund Moderator: Teresa Moon, Director of Business Development and Marketing – Parabilis
US Dept Of The Treasury - Access To Capital:Advancing Small Business Part 1 In response to the Biden Administration's Executive Order 13985, the U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization is expanding its ecosystem of underserved small businesses small businesses to include WOSB/EDWOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, and small disadvantaged small businesses. These three Tracks represent our plan and rationale for ensuring inclusion and a successful, enterprising ecosystem at the U.S. Department of Treasury that aligns the Department's requirements with the interests of businesses and economic growth: Event One: Leveraging Department of Treasury Economic Growth Programs to Stimulate Small Business Investment Companies (SBIC) and High Wage Jobs in Underserved and Under-resourced Communities Synopsis: The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) and New Markets program, play an important role in generating economic growth and opportunity in economically distressed communities. Learn how the Small Business Investment Companies (SBIC) program can complement CDFI and New Markets to accelerate wealth creation. Panelists: Jodie Harris, Director - U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) Michele Schimpp, Deputy Associate Administrator - Office of Investment and Innovation, U.S. Small Business Administration Anita Davis, President & Chief Funding Matchmaker - Praxis Moderator: Candace Waterman, President and CEO of Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP)
In this workshop, you will learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions. Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Watch Party - USBC Policy Breakfast -"The Future Of Digital Currency & Black Commerce" On Tuesday September 27th, 2022 U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. kicked off Congressional Black Caucus week with its annual policy breakfast. The 2022 USBC Policy Brunch was very insightful and informative with special remarks from Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett, Senator Cory Booker, Congressman Emanuel Clever II, and USBC Chairman of the Board Charles O'Neal. USBC President & CEO Ron Busby Sr. delivered his President Address on the BLACKprint. Guests enjoyed conversations on The Future of Digital Currency with Cleve Mesidor and The New Black Commerce moderated by Howard Jean (CEO Black Meta Agency), Erin Cohee (VP Digital Innovation, OneUnited Bank), Courtney Robinson (Global Head of Financial Inclusion & Policy Development Block) and LaKisha Greenwade. The event was made possible by sponsors Crypto.com, Block, NCTA, and Caesars. Thank you to all of our sponsors and attendees.
Watch Party - USBC Policy Breakfast -"The Future Of Digital Currency & Black Commerce" On Tuesday September 27th, 2022 U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. kicked off Congressional Black Caucus week with its annual policy breakfast. The 2022 USBC Policy Brunch was very insightful and informative with special remarks from Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett, Senator Cory Booker, Congressman Emanuel Clever II, and USBC Chairman of the Board Charles O'Neal. USBC President & CEO Ron Busby Sr. delivered his President Address on the BLACKprint. Guests enjoyed conversations on The Future of Digital Currency with Cleve Mesidor and The New Black Commerce moderated by Howard Jean (CEO Black Meta Agency), Erin Cohee (VP Digital Innovation, OneUnited Bank), Courtney Robinson (Global Head of Financial Inclusion & Policy Development Block) and LaKisha Greenwade. The event was made possible by sponsors Crypto.com, Block, NCTA, and Caesars. Thank you to all of our sponsors and attendees.
Learn the basics of what makes a winning professional domain, website, & email for your business. If you're curious about bringing your existing business online, or you're just starting a business and want to know where to begin, it all starts with a domain: your online address and home on the web. Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Today is the day - GBC's Crowdfund is now LIVE! Visit https://bit.ly/GBCCrowdfund to learn more about our recent beginning, upcoming accelerators, inaugural pitch competition, client testimonials, and our state-of-the-art Babson WIN Entrepreneurial Lab! GBC has tons more in store for the Tulsa community, and we need your monetary and in-kind donations to materialize our vision! Please share our crowdfunding link and the Greenwood Women's Business Center with everyone you know! #GreenwoodWBC #SupportWBCs #WBCGiving #WBCGvingDay2022 #FundFemaleFounders
In this interactive and hands-on webinar, Digital Marketing Expert Sterling McKinley, will answer your most pressing questions and explore the digital skills you need to grow your business. Topics we will discuss: Google Analytics Google Ads Google My Business Social Media YouTube Email Marketing Web Design & Web Development Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Watch Party - Building a Better America: Developing Effective International Business Growth Strategies On Wednesday, August 17, 2022, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Public Private Strategies Institute (PPSI) convened leaders from across government and business for a conversation with small business leaders about developing effective international business strategies for growth. The webinar featured remarks from: Gabriel Esparza, Associate Administrator, Office of International Trade, SBA Alisa S. Joseph, Director of Program, U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.
Chase ABE: Navigating Your Cash Flow, Part 2 This guided digital session, offered at no cost, will cover topics including: -How to categorize and identify gaps in cash inflow and outflow. -Systems to increase your cash in, with tips to collect revenue, get paid faster, and identify higher income streams. -Decrease cash out, with ways to evaluate your business needs, improve efficiency, and optimize spending! -Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get the financial guidance and expertise you need to come back strong and build your business — from the organizations and banks you can trust.
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google business profile from start to finish. Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator #smallbusiness #blackbusiness #blackownedbusiness
Many of today’s great business leaders credit at least some of their success to building a strong network of like-minded individuals they can leverage to find new business opportunities, share learned knowledge, and collaborate with on innovative ideas. The Black business community is vibrant, thriving, and ripe for opportunities to connect and share innovation—but it can be a challenge to build your network from zero. In this panel, learn how top leaders created their networks, and hear how they tap into them to build their businesses and advance their careers. Panelists: Monique Rodriguez, founder and chief executive officer, Mielle Talisha Bekavac, executive vice president, U.S. Black Chambers Malyia McNaughton, founder and jewelry designer, Made by Malyia Moderator: Zanade Mann, founder and managing director, Black Women’s Business Collective
Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand. Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
IBM’s commitment to racial equality and diverse business practices has been a longstanding practice dating back to 1899 when we hired our first Black and female employees. That responsibility continued with landmark actions, including our commitment to diverse business relationships in 1964, The Supplier Diversity Program in 1968, and diverse marketplace in 1992.We know that a diverse partner ecosystem is smarter, more innovative, and more collaborative. Our clients demand those attributes. The IBM Diverse Partner Initiative improves the entire ecosystem's ability to create and deliver world-class services and solutions. Speakers from IBM’s Diverse Partner Initiative and the Suppler Diversity Program will provide an overview of: The distinction between suppliers and business partners Diverse Partner Initiative o The ways partners work with IBM o The IBM PartnerWorld Ecosystem of Business Partners o The Diverse Partner Initiative o The Call to Action: Get started selling quickly with IBM PartnerWorld Supplier Diversity program o 54-Year History of the Supplier Diversity Program o How suppliers work with IBM o The Supplier Diversity Program application process o Current special initiatives available to diverse suppliers o The Call to Action: Apply for a Supplier Diversity relationship with IBM
Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets How can you protect your invention, product, brand name, logo, or short story that you’ve created? • This session will explore the four types of intellectual property, Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets, including definitions, costs, time frames, examples, and where to apply. • Preliminary search techniques for patents and trademarks will be covered, also what legal, state, and USPTO resources are available. The Oklahoma State University Library is a Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC), designated by the United States Patent and Trademark Office as a resource for those who want information about IP. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.””
Thank you to Perry Publishing and Broadcasting for allowing the Greenwood Women's Business Center to participate and sponsor the 2022 Women of Color Awardee Luncheon and Expo in Tulsa, OK. Congratulations to all awardees and the keynote Speaker, Ms. Tisha Campbell, for delivering an outstanding message to all women-preneurs and attendees. Thank you to our workshop facilitators at Chase, Google, TEDC, Wells Fargo, our sponsor - the U.S. Small Business Administration, our team, and each of you who dropped by our booth and workshops during the EXPO! Here's a snippet of the sublime sessions and events at this year's expo. Be sure to follow and share our page with those in your network for updates on upcoming events! Learn more at www.usblackchambers.org 😃
In this workshop, you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. We will cover how to create an account and set up an ad campaign, how to improve ad performance, and how to measure success. Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets How can you protect your invention, product, brand name, logo, or short story that you’ve created? • This session will explore the four types of intellectual property, Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets, including definitions, costs, time frames, examples, and where to apply. • Preliminary search techniques for patents and trademarks will be covered, also what legal, state, and USPTO resources are available. The Oklahoma State University Library is a Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC), designated by the United States Patent and Trademark Office as a resource for those who want information about IP. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.””
Learn the basics of what makes a winning professional domain, website, & email for your business. If you're curious about bringing your existing business online, or you're just starting a business and want to know where to begin, it all starts with a domain: your online address and home on the web. Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Chase Advancing Black Entrepreneurs: Navigating Cash Flows U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. - fondly known as the National Voice of Black Businesses - represents over 140 Black Chambers of Commerce and small businesses across the nation. We are piloted by our 5 Pillars of Service Advocacy Access to Capital Contracting Entrepreneurial Training, and Chamber Development, and our mission - is to provide committed, visionary leadership and advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment. This guided digital session, offered at no cost, will cover topics including: The increasing importance of bookkeeping Pivoting your business model in this new economic environment Helping your customers feel confident and safe Developing contingency plans. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get the financial guidance and expertise you need to come back strong and build your business — from the organizations and banks you can trust.
“Resilience is the capacity to bounce back from difficult events, and if there’s one group who needs that ability, it’s entrepreneurs. Without resilience, every lost client feels like a catastrophe. Failure seems like a point of no return, despite being a normal, if unpleasant, outcome of starting a business.” Just like the legend @kobebryant, we know that success doesn’t come without sacrifice and that entrepreneurs must always keep pushing. It’s the #MAMBA mentality. Join us to Network, interact, and grow your entrepreneurials skills at www.byblackcon.com 👍🏾 What are some sacrifices that successful entrepreneurs make? Leave a comment below 👇🏾 #morningmotivation #byblack #byblackconference #byblackcon #blackbusiness #blackbusinessmonth #events #blackentreprenuers
Learn more about upcoming PTAC sessions and available resources to craft a complete technical package in our discussion with Lisa Wood, Statewide Director of the Virginia PTAC - a featured panelist of Discover Ways to Improve Contracting Success with Procurement Technical Assistance Centers on 8/30 11:30am CDT. Register now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/381904014187
Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions. In this Grow with Google training, businesses will gain valuable insights. -Learn which search terms and sources drive the most traffic -Understand what content your audience is most interested in -Evaluate which channels drive the most conversions In this interactive and hands-on webinar series, we stay away from boring PowerPoint slides and boilerplate information. We'll explore the digital skills you need to grow your business and answer your most pressing questions, sharing the best tips and secrets. Hosted by Sterling McKinley, Grow with Google Lead Facilitator
Career Mavericks - Understanding and Marketing Your Brand Understanding and Marketing Your Brand: Understanding the essence of your brand and how to market it to your audience to get sales can be an overwhelming process. From social media to paid advertisements it can feel like there are a million and one things to do in order to convert your audience. Learning how to market your brand is a new skill but with guidance and insight it can make the process easier to understand and navigate.
This could be you! We're still accepting speaker proposals for the 2022 The ByBlack.us Platform Conference happening in October! ByBlack Conference is dedicated to Black business owners from all sectors, industries, and entrepreneurial paths. Whether you are subject matter expert, motivational speaker, philanthropist, or someone with a success story, be sure to share details with us and register for our conference today at www.byblackcon.com
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