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I am always honored when asked to participate and or speak in DC. I am very patriotic and love been a citizen of the United States and take my citizenship as a responsibility and as a privilege. I always feel unworthy and a little bit of the imposter syndrome. I just keep saying to myself, I may not be the best person but I keep showing up and thats galf the battle. I show up so my ethnic community has visibility, has a voice and has some advocacy in DC. I invite Pacific Islanders to join me in DC, we need more people involved. May 13 I will be on a panel that will address that the Biden-Harris Administration is redoubling its efforts to support Black, Latino, Asian American, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian, Native American, women, and veteran small business owners. From international matchmaking and business counseling, to direct funding for communities across the United States -- there is exciting work underway to help support new and existing AA & NH/PI entrepreneurs. For instance, in Fiscal Year 2023, the U.S. Small Business Administration delivered $52.4 billion in capital, disaster relief, and bonding to small businesses and disaster-impacted communities across America, with expanded funding for minority- and women-owned businesses. Over the past year, the U.S. Department of Commerce has expanded offices and staffing in the Indo-Pacific, which has already helped U.S. AA & NH/PI companies expand sales and build commercial partnerships. Three million businesses are owned by AA & NH/PIs employing five million people with annual revenues of more than $1 trillion. This panel will explore opportunities and challenges for AA & NH/PI small businesses, despite record levels of funding, support, and services. It was moved to Walter E. Washington Convention Center because VP Kamala Harris will be attending.

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Absolutely thrilled to be hosting our great Governor in Dallas TX for an unforgettable private reception: "A Celebration of Business with Governor Abbott" this August 22, 2024! As the Governor's appointee to the prestigious State of Texas Economic Incentive Oversight Board, I've had the privilege of witnessing firsthand his dedication to fostering economic growth and prosperity. Texas is the economic engine of America. Dallas is the fastest growing financial capital in the US. Texas has a Federal Reserve Bank, has become the home of 24+ Fortune 500 companies including Wall Street behemoths, is welcoming innovative entrepreneurs and dozens of new, wealthy residents every day, and our state has launched our own Texas Stock Exchange taking the industry by storm. And it’s Governor Abbott’s leadership that sparked the idea of a national exchange in Texas! Business leaders from other states and from all over the world are relocating to and investing in Texas at a record pace because we’ve built a framework that allows free enterprise to flourish and hardworking people in our state and our region to prosper! We are planning for an evening filled with invaluable business and personal insights drawn from the Governor's remarkable journey. Recently named one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People In The World and the Leader of the 8th Largest Economy in the World, prepare to be enlightened, empowered, and inspired by Governor Greg Abbott. Collaborating closely with the Office of the Governor, our lineup of exclusive attendees and VIPs is truly exceptional. Every member of the audience is destined for an experience that transcends the ordinary! This event is by-invitation-only, spaces are limited. If you wish to attend as a VIP or sponsor, please DM me. Applications for this invitation-only reception are due end of next week. Venue details will follow upon approval. Don’t miss a chance to be a part of history in the making in-person with Governor Abbott and top business leaders in our region fueling massive economic growth and prosperity! #2024CelebrationOfBusiness #GovernorAbbott #Time100 #TexasEconomy #ProBusiness #Partnerships #Innovation #TexasFuture #VisionaryLeaders #TexasProgress #Collaboration #Leadership #EconomicDevelopment #ProfessionalNetwork #InspiringLeadership #TexasBusiness #DallasBooming #Prosperity #CanadaMexicoUSA #TrilogyCapital #TrilogyBrands #Dallas #Texas #USA Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott Meg Gazzini

The “Positioning Louisiana to Win” bill – a game changer for economic development – has officially been signed into law by Gov. Landry. SB 494 transforms the state’s approach to economic development and positions LED to revitalize business investment and job creation not only in our region but all across the state. Learn more about the bill and meet LED’s new leadership team at https://ow.ly/5Ef850SfG8w #PositioningLouisianatoWin

Tax Break Boosts First-Timers in Pennsylvania Local Market Leadership. World Class Connections. #housingtrends #pittsburghrealestate #pittsburghhousing #pittsburghrealtors #marketupdate #realestatetips #realestatenews #realestate #realtor #realestateagent

Setting the Agenda with the help of 140 senior business leaders 🤝💼 We’d like to take this opportunity to thank the business leaders who contributed to our research into what the key figures in UK business want from the next government. Your collaboration and insight have been invaluable to us and James Cowper Kreston in producing our ten-point manifesto that crystallizes the concerns, opinions and opportunities to be considered by our politicians. The study spoke to business leaders from 40 companies across the Thames Valley and Solent with 100 senior decision makers from the region also canvassed in an online poll. The findings were then presented to two think tank groups in the Solent and Thames Valley. More detail about these events can be found within the manifesto itself using the link below: ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ehJr5mNQ #manifesto #government #ukbusiness #agenda #politics #finance #economics #election #opportunity #businessnews #businessintelligence

Absolutely! Texas's 20-year streak as the Best State for Business underscores its magnetism for innovation and growth. As Bargo Capital, we're particularly excited about the opportunities this presents for nearshoring and onshoring initiatives, especially in light of The Chips Act and Texas Chips Act. By focusing on providing and executing on these opportunities, we're not only leveraging Texas's business-friendly environment but also contributing to the resilience and competitiveness of the semiconductor industry in the U.S. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to identifying and capitalizing on strategic opportunities that drive economic growth and technological advancement. #nearshoring, #onshoring, #CHIPSact, #TexasCHIPS

Thought Leaders A thought leader is a person who specialises in a given area and others in that industry turn to for guidance. As the term implies, a thought leader leads others in the thinking around a given topic. Susan Harrison, Russell Brand on the US election.

Helen Jones, non-executive director at Fuller’s, talks to Ann Elliott about her journey to joining the board. Quick quotes: "Non Exec are a different role than an executive director, you are more 'hands off.'.. look for one while you are still in work but there is a time commitment... networking is very important in getting the right position... you do need to learn to stand back, support, guide and challenge... understand your remit. Cheers and challenge in equal measure, you need to participate but know the boundaries." 👉 Read the programme for Propel's Multi Club conference – Female Leaders and Entrepreneurs, here: https://lnkd.in/er7sJ342

Join AmCham Australia as Dr Andrew Leigh and Prof Brian Schmidt delve into the challenges, aspirations, and possibilities that shape America's future through 2024 and beyond. Why Attend? Provocative Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding the American Dream from two distinguished thought leaders. Dynamic Exchange: Witness a lively exchange from the Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP and Professor Brian Schmidt AM navigate the nuances of this crucial topic. Audience Interaction: Participate in a Q&A session, where you can pose questions and contribute to the dialogue.