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🌟 **Celebrating Juneteenth: Empowering Black Women Founders in the Startup World** 🌟 As we commemorate Juneteenth at Sika Health with a day of reflection, let's consider its significance and how it intersects with the startup ecosystem. 🚀 🔹 **Juneteenth's Historical Impact** On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom—two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth symbolizes resilience, liberation, and the ongoing fight against systemic inequalities. For startups, it's more than a date; it's a call to action. 🌍 🔹 **Diversity and Inclusion** Founders, investors, and teams: embrace diversity! Diverse perspectives fuel innovation. McKinsey reports that companies with ethnic diversity outperform peers in profitability. Let's build teams that reflect the world we serve. 🌈 🔹 **Broadening Market Understanding** Cultural competence matters. Startups that understand diverse customer needs thrive. By appreciating African American history and culture, founders can tailor products and services to wider audiences. 🌎 🔹 **Social Responsibility** Startups are catalysts for change. Let's drive social justice, challenge norms, and uplift marginalized voices. Juneteenth reminds us to fight for equality and dismantle barriers. 💪 🔹 **Support Black Women Founders** This Juneteenth, let's spotlight Black women-led startups. They're shaping industries, solving problems, and creating impact. 🌟 #Juneteenth #StartupLife #InclusionMatters Let's celebrate progress, honor history, and create a more inclusive startup landscape! 🙌✨

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝟗𝟔 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐒 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐒 𝐩𝐨𝐩𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧    As we celebrate Black History Month in February, here’s a statistic everyone should reflect on: the percentage of black women among US unicorn founders is just 1 percent of what it should be, based on the proportion of black women in the overall US population.    In our sample of 2,936 US identified unicorn founders, only 2 are black women: Toyin Ajayi, Cityblock Health, and Robyn Fenty, Savage X Fenty (you probably know Robyn by her stage name, Rihanna).    This is 0.068% of all unicorn founders.    Of the total US population of 333 million in 2022, 22 million, or 6.7%, are black women.    0.068% is almost exactly one-hundredth of 6.7%.    My team and I hope that everyone—from entrepreneurs to investors to regulators—will take this statistics into account. #stanford #stanfordgsb #venturecapital #startups #innovation #technology #blackhistorymonth

At Purple Sheep Consulting, we know that success is not achieved alone—it's built on gratitude, collaboration, and community support. As a proud Black woman-owned and minority business, we honor the 2.7 million Black women entrepreneurs in the U.S. who continue to break barriers despite systemic challenges. Did you know that Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the country, yet receive less than 1% of venture capital funding? We stand firm in our mission to change that narrative by providing innovative solutions that empower our clients and elevate underrepresented voices in business. "Gratitude turns challenges into opportunities, and in every step forward, we honor those who paved the way before us. It's through gratitude and resilience that we create lasting impact." – Dr. RD Harris This Fabulous Friday, we encourage you to support and uplift Black woman-owned and minority businesses. Together, we can turn gratitude into growth and create a legacy of empowerment. 💜 #FabulousFriday #GratitudeInAction #BlackWomanOwned #MinorityBusiness #BusinessStats #Empowerment #CommunityStrength #PurpleSheep #BreakingBarriers #Entrepreneurship #SupportSmallBusiness #BuildingLegacy #WomenInBusiness

At Purple Sheep Consulting, we know that success is not achieved alone—it's built on gratitude, collaboration, and community support. As a proud Black woman-owned and minority business, we honor the 2.7 million Black women entrepreneurs in the U.S. who continue to break barriers despite systemic challenges. Did you know that Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the country, yet receive less than 1% of venture capital funding? We stand firm in our mission to change that narrative by providing innovative solutions that empower our clients and elevate underrepresented voices in business. "Gratitude turns challenges into opportunities, and in every step forward, we honor those who paved the way before us. It's through gratitude and resilience that we create lasting impact." – Dr. RD Harris This Fabulous Friday, we encourage you to support and uplift Black woman-owned and minority businesses. Together, we can turn gratitude into growth and create a legacy of empowerment. 💜 #FabulousFriday #GratitudeInAction #BlackWomanOwned #MinorityBusiness #BusinessStats #Empowerment #CommunityStrength #PurpleSheep #BreakingBarriers #Entrepreneurship #SupportSmallBusiness #BuildingLegacy #WomenInBusiness

A young dream has come to pass... For the longest, I desired to build a community of ambitious and empowered black women that own their story, and positively impact the society. A community of self-driven women leading the way for the younger generation to follow in their footsteps and learn from their mistakes. A bold word came to mind... 𝐋𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬! A Lioness portrays amazing traits such as: ✅️ Resilience. ✅️ Leadership. ✅️ Strength & Agility. ✅️ Stealth & Patience. The remarkable traits collectively contributes to its role as a formidable and integral part of the ecosystem. That's exactly what women are doing in their careers and businesses. Moreover, I wish to curate content that uplifts the black woman to be audacious in their careers and businesses. Who is a Lioness? A Lioness is a black woman who is; Leading Inspirational Outstanding Notable Empowered Successful Steadfast The Lioness slogan is: 𝑹𝒐𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑨𝒖𝒅𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒕𝒚! because, why not? Within this community, I aim to foster a culture of support, collaboration, and empowerment. Through curated content, resources and networking opportunities, we aim to empower career and business women to embrace their audacity and leverage their influence to effect positive change in their sectors. This is a movement dedicated to uplifting and amplifying the voices of black women everywhere! Follow our page Lioness BLK as we share valuable, empowering and inspirational content. Join me in making this movement notable and impactful globally! I would love to feature black women who possess the Lioness traits. Today, I would like to invite 50 black women from any part of the world who would like to be part of Lioness BLK and be featured. If you're interested, comment why you would like to be part of Lioness BLK on this post, and DM me with "Lioness" to join the community! I would love to have your support by following Lioness BLK and ♻️ reposting this post to spread this amazing community's existence. Have an amazing Saturday and to the black woman reading this, 𝑹𝒐𝒂𝒓 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑨𝒖𝒅𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒕𝒚! #lionessblk #roaringwithaudacity #globallinkedinbootcampwithmuthoni

🔥 Controversy Alert! 🔥 The recent federal court ruling last month requiring the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) to assist all racial groups, has ignited a debate about the agency's mission and purpose. ⚖️ While some argue that the ruling challenges the MBDA's original mandate of supporting minority-owned businesses, others see it as an opportunity to promote diversity and inclusion in entrepreneurship. Despite this legal setback, the MBDA is taking proactive steps to address funding shortfalls for women entrepreneurs of color. 🌟 Partnering with leading Black sororities and women's leadership organizations, such as the Divine Nine, the MBDA aims to empower Black female entrepreneurs and foster an environment of support and collaboration. 💪 Let's engage in constructive dialogue and advocate for equitable opportunities for BIPOC entrepreneurs! 🚀 👋 Connect, share, and join the conversation on amplifying Black women in business. Follow me on my official #Instagram (@SaudiaDavi) and #Twitter (@DavisSaudia). #MBDA #MinorityBusinesses #BlackEntrepreneurs #WomenEntrepreneurs #DiversityandInclusion

Check out these stats! 📊 The economic impact of Black women-owned businesses is profound and far-reaching. ⬆ Employing over 528,000* ⬆ Generating $98.3 billion in revenue* These enterprises represent a dynamic force in the U.S. economy. This success reflects not just the entrepreneurial spirit of Black women but also their pivotal role in fostering community growth and resilience. 💪🏽 This moment is a call to action: to recognize, support, and invest in the immense potential of these businesses. 🔗 Stay updated and subscribe to our newsletter for insights on nurturing business development and embracing opportunities for growth. *The 2024 Impact of Women-Owned Businesses-A focus on Black/African American women #EconomicDevelopment #BlackWomenInBusiness #CommunityGrowth #SupportBlackBusinesses #WellsFargo

I'm Not Here to Make You Comfortable - Unapologetic Black Female Leadership Pt 4 From silenced to amplified, the journey of Black women in startups is a testament to resilience and power. We've turned our 'loud' voices into megaphones for change and growth. Remember when they told us to be quiet? To soften our tone? Those days are over, sis. Our voices are the secret sauce to our million-dollar empires. Take Bozoma Saint John. She didn't climb to the C-suite by whispering. She brought her full, vibrant self to every boardroom, every decision, every campaign. That's the energy we're channeling. Or consider Arlan Hamilton, who built a venture capital fund from scratch while homeless. She didn't wait for an invitation to speak up. She created her own platform and used it to uplift others. Here's the truth: Your voice is your superpower. It's time to unleash it- 1. Own your narrative. Your story is gold. Tell it proudly. 2. Amplify other Black women. When we speak together, we're unstoppable. 3. Challenge the status quo. Your 'disruption' is long overdue innovation. 4. Speak your dreams into existence. Your words have power. Use them. Black women, our time is now. The world isn't ready for what we have to say, but that's not our problem. We're not here to make anyone comfortable. We're here to lead, to innovate, to dominate. Are you ready to amplify your voice and skyrocket your business to seven figures? It's time to step into your power and let your voice shake the industry. The world is waiting for what only you can bring. Let's turn up the volume on your success story together! Want to join a community of unapologetic Black women leaders who are changing the game? Comment 'Black Women Speak' below to secure your spot at our exclusive Sis In The 7-Figure Shift Speaker Event. It's time to take center stage and let your brilliance shine! #BlackWomenLead #UnapologeticSuccess #7FigureShift #SpeakUpSis

Meet 10 Black British women breaking barriers in business! From tech innovators to healthcare leaders, these trailblazers are redefining industries and inspiring the next generation. Discover how they’re making history and creating space for Black excellence in the business world. #BlackWomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BreakingBarriers