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As we look forward to the upcoming CLTRE EveryDay Creative Program, we want to look back at the success of our last Sacramento Creative Business Challenge— just check out what our participants, partners, and educators have to say in the video below! The Sacramento Creative Business Challenge was never meant to exist in a vacuum, and we are glad that the Office of Arts & Culture - City of Sacramento entrusted CLTRE (in partnership with yours truly at Creative Startups) to expand these endeavors with EveryDay Creative, an 8-month program designed for BIPOC entrepreneurs in the creative economy. Applications for the first leg of the EveryDay Creative Program— our 6-week course where you'll get practical tools, resources and support from industry experts to grow your business, organization, or projects— are open until Sept 8th! Learn more at bit.ly/liCLTREEveryDay24 EveryDay Creative Program Details— 📅 Key Dates: Application Deadline: September 8th, 2024 at 11pm. Program Kickoff: September 26th & 27th. 🌟 Program Highlights: - Mentorship & Training: Insights from seasoned industry experts. - Networking: Connect with peers, potential collaborators, and investors. - Customized Support: Tools to develop, refine, and implement your business. - Storefront Residency: Utilize CLTRE's storefront for product sales, meetings, and events. - Funding: Grants ($3,500-$10,000) and investments ($10,000-$25,000) for early revenue-generating businesses. 📍 Eligibility: - Designed for BIPOC participants, but open to all within Sacramento city limits. - Suitable for diverse creative roles including designers, content creators, musicians, and more. We hope to see you there! #Sacramento #SacramentoEconomy #SacramentoCreative #Creativebusiness

7 Years at Hoxton Wealth: How Do I Keep Raising the Bar? 🤔 Today, I had the privilege of presenting alongside Chris Ball at Hoxton Wealth annual conference for the seventh year running. 🏆 This isn’t just another event for me—it’s a milestone, a reflection of trust, and a chance to share the incredible growth story of TAB. So, how do I do it? How do I ensure I deliver value year after year? Here’s my approach: 💡 Preparation is everything. I dive deep into what the audience needs, what’s happening in the market, and what TAB brings to the table. No two presentations are ever the same. 🙌 Gratitude drives me. I never take this platform for granted. Huge thanks to Chris and the Hoxton team for hosting such an incredible event. Your dedication to quality and connection makes this the highlight of my calendar every year. 🚀 Show, don’t tell. This isn’t just about numbers (though we’ve got some big ones—£600m in originations and counting!). It’s about demonstrating the innovation, transparency, and trust that set TAB apart. ❤️ Care about every detail. From the slides to the delivery, I put everything into making sure I do justice to TAB’s mission and the trust placed in me. Over the past seven years, TAB has grown exponentially—and the exposure we’ve gained through Hoxton has been a huge part of that. 🌱 This isn’t just a stage; it’s a launchpad for building relationships and unlocking new opportunities. To everyone who’s been part of this journey—thank you. 🙏 And to anyone who’s curious about how private credit can transform property finance or diversify portfolios, I’d love to have that conversation. What’s your secret to showing up and delivering your best, year after year? Let me know below. ⬇️ #Gratitude #Growth #Leadership #PrivateCredit #TABJourney

From the fresh blossoms of spring's new ventures to the warmth of summer's growth, the transformation of fall's shifts, and the quiet reflection of winter's pause – each season holds its value and lessons. As business owners, it’s important to celebrate and appreciate the journey through all seasons (and lessons) of business.

January is the time to lay the groundwork for success! 🧱 Start small, stay consistent, and watch your efforts stack up to something incredible. Let's build a year you'll be proud of—brick by brick. 💪 #BuildYourYear #SmallStepsBigResults #JanuaryGoals #FoundationForSuccess

I had the privilege of attending the recent roundtable at City Hall with Deputy Mayor Howard Dawber and London Councils Dianna Neal, alongside fellow business leaders and representatives from different parts of the London ecosystem including the Greater London Authority. The discussion on the Mayor’s Growth Plan was an important step in ensuring London’s future economic development remains both innovative and inclusive and it was great to provide a voice for social ventures and the role they could play to support sustainable economic growth in the city. I jotted down some key takeaways from my side: 💚 Sustainable and Inclusive Growth: a key point raised during the session was the need for sustainable growth that addresses climate adaptation. London faces a pivotal moment in aligning its economic goals with net-zero ambitions, ensuring future generations inherit a city built for resilience. Equally important is inclusive growth, where the benefits of development are shared across all demographics, countering the growing challenges of inequality. 🤝 Collaboration Across Sectors: to achieve these goals, collaboration will be crucial. Bringing together SMEs, social enterprises, and larger private sector players fosters a vibrant ecosystem of ideas and resources. This multi-stakeholder approach is necessary for tackling complex challenges, such as productivity decline and climate change adaptation. 🏙️ Addressing London’s Challenges: London has always been a city of opportunity, yet we can’t ignore the challenges we face from declining productivity to making it imperative to support entrepreneurs and innovators who drive the economy to deepening inequality despite there being economic growth. It was great to be at the discussion to bring in the voice of social ventures and to talk about the work we are doing with London Social Venture to grow the number of social ventures coming out of London universities. It’s essential that social enterprises and social ventures have a seat at the table and that we do not make the mistake of only focusing on tech-enabled solutions or solely just on high growth. Furthermore, more needs to be done to support social ventures in being able to survive and thrive through improved procurement processes and accessibility of support and finance. I’m optimistic about the opportunities ahead but recognize that this will require collective action from all sectors. The voices of social entrepreneurs, SMEs, and large corporations need to be heard, and the impact investing ecosystem needs further support to unlock the full potential of London’s economy through more inventive funding structures such as blended finance vehicles. Big thanks to Sandy Tung for the invite and watch this space for more to come on London Social Ventures as we great to launch our work at the end of the month!

One of the Kingsgate values is IMPACT. This means that no matter how complex, unusual or difficult the challenge, we aim to exceed your expectations – making a positive impact at every stage. Read more about our expertise and achievements: https://buff.ly/47QTd1w #turnaround #values #impact

This week’s spotlight: Carlisle. Started with 2 units, now on track to scale to 50+. 🚀  Their journey shows what’s possible when you take action and follow a proven strategy.  Ready to be the next success story? Let’s connect!  #FeatureFriday #InvestorWins #ScalingRealEstate #ClientSuccess #MultifamilyGoals #RealEstateWins #MentorshipMatters

There is a saying "1st generation makes it, 2nd generation maintains it, 3rd generation destroys it". I love working with SA business and supporting the state. I went to a breakfast last week where a fith generation family-owned SA business) talked about some of the secrets to their success. It was inspiring. While this organisation has gone from strength to strength it got us talking about how other organisations (where the above saying has become a sad reality) fell short. 3 factors got discussed at my table and they all pointed to the #leadership and, in particular, #ego: 1. Lack of Experience and Drive… The third generation may not have the same work ethic or entrepreneurial spirit as the founders, having grown up in relative comfort. 2. Entitlement… They might feel entitled to the wealth and success without understanding the hard work required to maintain it - and the work that others put in. 3. Dilution of Values… Over time, the core values, ethics and vision that drove the first generation’s success can get diluted, leading to poor decision-making. The final takeaway came in the form of getting me to finally finish reading Jim Collins “From good to great”!

Two decades of creativity, challenges, and unforgettable collaborations. As we celebrate this milestone, we’re sharing (Fifteen) Four key lessons learned over two decades of challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable collaborations. 🔗 Read our reflections: https://lnkd.in/eqqFrcUH - #Fifteen4Turns20 #Storytelling #CreativeAgency #ThoughtLeadership #Reflections #CreativeJourney #BusinessAnniversary #CreativeCommunity #LessonsLearned #GrowthMindset

Setbacks don’t mean it’s the end of the road — they’re opportunities for powerful comebacks. After all, the best comebacks in history didn’t happen without a few bumps along the way. Don’t let a single setback define your business. Connect with us at 865-409-1500 today and we’ll help you turn adversity into triumph. #BCDR #BusinessResilience