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** Attention Black Business Innovators in Consulting! ** Did you know that skilled subject matter experts are making 6-figures to MILLIONS by teaching and training entrepreneurs? This could be your chance to join them! Join us for Black Directory’s Open Call for Expert Speakers and Coaches on June 27, 2024, at 1 PM EST! With over 150,000 businesses in our network, Black Directory’s Open Call for Expert Speakers and Coaches is the ultimate platform to accelerate growth in the consulting industry. We’re searching for trailblazers who excel in transforming consulting practices, such as: 🌍 Driving efficiency and growth through optimized processes and systems. 📈 Devising market-expanding strategies 💻 Leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance client engagement and operational agility 🗣️ Ability to provide high-level strategic advice, helping clients navigate complex business landscapes and make informed decisions ⚠️ Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact clients' operations or objectives 🗓️ WHEN: June 27, 2024, at 1 PM EST 📍 WHERE: Zoom ➡️ SCHEDULE YOUR QUALIFICATION CALL HERE: https://loom.ly/2-kVvZY #BlackDirectory #ConsultingInnovation #BlackBusinessLeaders #IndustryImpact

Grant opportunity! Wray Forward is a free and inclusive programme designed to facilitate sustainable growth among Black-owned businesses, which are being held back with limited access to financial support, education, and opportunities. The programme incorporates expert-led business workshops, offering insights and skills on what is required to build and scale a business. Pitch Nights will also feature as part of the programme. These events will see applicants showcasing their business in front of a panel of investors and industry leaders for a chance to win a grant to support their venture. The following prizes are available: £3,000 for the Growth Stage Business winner £1,500 for the Early Stage Business winner £500 for the People’s Choice Winner UK registered businesses from all industries, which have at least one founder or C-suite who identifies as Black, may apply. Early stage businesses should have up to £50,000 turnover or be backed by investment. They must have launched their MVP and have been trading for at least six months. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eaTHSSQU.

The Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Legacy Business Awards! By recognizing and supporting Legacy businesses on an annual basis, the Legacy Business Program helps further Mayor Wu’s vision for a family-friendly, vibrant city with sustainable community businesses. We encourage you to nominate your favorite long-standing business in Boston. To be eligible, businesses must have been open in Boston for at least 10 years. Learn more about the Legacy Business Program and nominate your favorite business at boston.gov/legacy #bostonbusiness #legacybusiness #smallbusiness

Give back to your favorite business in #Boston by nominating them for the City of Boston's Legacy Business Program! To be eligible, businesses must have operated for at least 10 years within the City of Boston. Learn more and nominate your favorite business today at boston.gov/legacy

🚨 ALL JA Alumni 🚨 Deadline for the below opportunity is *today at midnight*👇🏻 The Global Business Hall of Fame, presented by JA Worldwide, is currently accepting nominations for the 2024 Laureates. Your active participation is crucial in ensuring a diverse and inclusive representation from your JA location, making your region stand out this year. Each Global Business Hall of Fame Laureate serves as a catalyst of inspiration for millions of young individuals venturing into the realms of employment and entrepreneurship. They embody the potential for positive global change, a notion we aim to instill in JA students. Since 2009, JA and the landscape of business have evolved. So, too, has the Global Business Hall of Fame, which relaunched in 2020. Our newest laureates are reflective of our global reach into over 100 countries, of the diversity of JA students, and of the many ways in which the business world has changed since 1975. We’re committed to ensuring representation from women, from countries around the world, and from a wide range of diverse industries. You can nominate in two categories: #Innovator and #Leader. Learn more about each and submit your nominations at https://lnkd.in/d5qXpdTq by midnight. Your nominations carry significant weight in shaping this global movement. Furthermore, your advocacy and encouragement within our network can significantly increase impact. I encourage you to motivate others to join this effort, thereby multiplying the influence of your JA community! #JAWorldwide #BusinessHallOfFame #NominateLeaders #LeadershipRecognition #GlobalBusiness #SuccessStories

There are some exciting opportunities awaiting, pre start up businesses and those post start up with Business in Focus.

In a dynamic business landscape, staying ahead requires strategic moves. Are you ready to seize the future? Let us help you navigate the realm of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and steer your business towards success. 🐝At BEE Empowered, we specialize in empowering businesses like yours through B-BBEE strategy and implementation. Here's how we can collaborate to elevate your enterprise: 🔍 Expert Guidance: With our qualified consultants, you will receive tailored insights and guidance to develop a robust B-BBEE strategy aligned with your business goals. 💡 Innovative Solutions: We don't just follow trends; we set them. Our team crafts innovative solutions to optimize your B-BBEE score and unlock new opportunities for growth. 📈 Future-Proofing Your Business: By proactively addressing B-BBEE requirements, you are not just complying with regulations; you are future-proofing your business for sustainable success in an ever-evolving market. 🤝 Collaborative Partnership: We believe in fostering meaningful partnerships. Together, we will work hand-in-hand to implement B-BBEE initiatives that drive real, impactful change within your business. Reach out to us today and let our expertise propel your business forward. 0605054254

Highlights from The White House Briefing on Black Entrepreneurship and Opportunity hosted this morning -The last 3 years - the best years for small businesses, with black-owned businesses leading the charge with over 15 million applications. Fastest in 30 years. Applications literally doubled since 2019 -New records for federal contracting opportunities -SBA Navigator program has issued $350, 000 to small businesses, 43% of them Black owned. -Contracts for small businesses are on track to grow from 10% to 15% by 2025 Some programs to research are: -The #investinginamerica Act -Chips and Science Act -Recompete Program Ways to support: -Engage directly with local/state/government-level organizations -Share opportunities -Keep providing opportunities that provide and create jobs and services This aligns with the vision and mission of my brands. I have several #sbacertification and today I'm having my @herheadquarters #mbe (Minority Business Enterprise Certification Interview to further enhance my efforts. So what you gon do? Still sitting on that idea? Now more than ever there are resources and access to opportunities to support your small business efforts.

As we reflect on an incredible 2023, we're thrilled to share the success of the ABLE program—empowering Black entrepreneurs to new heights. You can see more of the amazing year we have had in our 2023 ABLE Impact Report at https://lnkd.in/eJK_Xvgj. As we gear up for another fantastic cohort of ABLE in the spring, we want you to be a part of their success. Sparklite Business reported, “... 92% of small business owners said their mentor had a direct impact on the growth and survival of their business. Yet in one regional survey, less than 40% of Black entrepreneurs had access to a mentor.” Join us in shaping a brighter future by becoming a mentor at https://lnkd.in/er7gknGV or reviewer at https://lnkd.in/eBPbMeCe for the ABLE program today. Your guidance could be the key to someone's success. Let's make 2024 a year of growth, empowerment, and continued impact… together! #ABLEProgram #NewYearSuccess #MentorshipMatters

Do you know any outstanding businesses or individuals who deserve this recognition? If so, I encourage you to nominate them! Nominations are due August 15. Click the link in the post below ⬇️ to make a nomination. #MinorityBusiness #MEDWeekAwards #SupportSmallBusiness