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Becoming MBE/WBE Certified: A Step-by-Step Guide to Expanding Your Business
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certifications are powerful tools that can unlock a world of...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 13, 20238 min read
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Unlocking Opportunities: How Black Women Entrepreneurs are Raising Capital in Innovative Ways
Starting a business is no easy feat, but the journey is often met with even greater challenges for Black women entrepreneurs. Access to...
Frantzces Lys
Sep 11, 20233 min read
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The Power of Brand Communities: 5 Reasons Why Every Entrepreneur Should Build One
In today's digital age, the success of a business extends far beyond just providing a product or service. Entrepreneurs who understand...
Frantzces Lys
Aug 24, 20233 min read
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3 Powerful Approaches to Network and Grow Your Business as an Entrepreneur
Being an entrepreneur is a thrilling journey but can be incredibly challenging. One of the key factors that can significantly impact your...
Frantzces Lys
Aug 23, 20233 min read
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Join the Celebration: Empowering Black Entrepreneurs in August and Beyond
August is not just the end of summer. It’s also a time to recognize and applaud the remarkable contributions of Black-owned businesses...
Frantzces Lys
Aug 8, 20233 min read
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Strategic Fundraising: 11 Ways to Develop Targeted Approaches for Accessing Capital
Access to capital is vital for any business to grow and thrive. However, for Black business owners and entrepreneurs, securing funding...
Frantzces Lys
Jul 26, 20234 min read
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9 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Powerfully Maximize the Last Six Months
As we enter the second half of the year, entrepreneurs have a golden opportunity to impact their businesses and achieve their goals...
Frantzces Lys
Jul 21, 20233 min read
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How You Can Leverage The Power of Storytelling in Your Business
Storytelling has always been a powerful tool for communication and connection. In the world of entrepreneurship, storytelling takes on...
Frantzces Lys
Jul 13, 20233 min read
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The Future of Black Businesses: An Optimistic Perspective
The past few years have been a time of significant change for Black-owned businesses. In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement,...
Frantzces Lys
Jul 12, 20233 min read
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5 LGBTQIA+ Powerhouses Who Are Making a Difference
Diversity and representation are crucial for fostering innovation and positive change in the entrepreneurial world. Black and Brown...

Evah Kungu
Jun 30, 20233 min read
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Partnering with LGBTQIA+ Businesses: 10 Key Considerations for Success
In today's diverse and inclusive business landscape, partnering with LGBTQIA+ businesses is not only a powerful way to promote equality...
Frantzces Lys
Jun 23, 20233 min read
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Level Up Your Network: 18 Business Conferences to Attend Before the End of The year
Traditional conferences often fail to provide an inclusive space for Black Women, relegating their experiences and contributions to the...
Frantzces Lys
Jun 20, 20235 min read
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Breaking Barriers: 7 LGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurs Shattering Stereotypes in Business
Despite progress, the startup ecosystem still faces challenges of sexism, homophobia, and unconscious bias. LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs often...
Frantzces Lys
Jun 12, 20233 min read
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Become a Catalyst for Change: 5 Ways to Vote for Entrepreneurs on Raisify.co
Raisify.co is an innovative tech platform created by Omilade Shelly Bell, founder of Black Girl Ventures, that allows individuals to vote...
Frantzces Lys
May 3, 20233 min read
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5 Ways to Support Black & Brown Women Entrepreneurs Beyond Women's Month
Women's Month might be behind us, but that doesn't stop us from rallying behind them 365 days per year. We've prepared a few ideas for...

Mfonobong Uyah
Apr 12, 20233 min read
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The Basics of Startup Funding: How Much Do You Really Need?
Starting a business is an exciting venture but one that requires a significant amount of planning and investment. Raising capital for...

Evah Kungu
Apr 5, 20235 min read
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Breaking Barriers: 6 Daring Black Women Entrepreneurs from the 19th Century
The 19th century was a time of great social, political, and economic upheaval in the United States. The country was expanding westward,...

Evah Kungu
Mar 22, 20235 min read
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Which Capital Structure Is Right For Your Business
Capital structure is a crucial aspect of any business as it determines the financial health and stability of the company. It involves the...

Evah Kungu
Mar 13, 20236 min read
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Why Subscription-Based Services are the Future and How You Can Apply it to Your Business
Is your business the next Netflix? This widely popular streaming service boasts a massive 220 million subscribers with its premium...

Mfonobong Uyah
Mar 6, 20234 min read
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Women's History Month: 42 Of The Best Pieces Of Advice From Black and Brown Women Entrepreneurs.
Women are the cornerstone of our society. Women are the original creators, builders, and changers of our world. Since the beginning of...
Frantzces Lys
Mar 1, 202324 min read
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