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5 Strategies To Grow Your Business Without Capital (With Multi-Million Dollar Examples)
Despite what entrepreneurs may think, every successful business was started from scratch by someone with a great idea and the desire to...

Akanshha Agrawal
Dec 21, 20214 min read


7 Incredible Ways To Polish and Tighten Your Pitch
The ability to pitch one's business idea, product, or services effectively can lead to millions of dollars in funding. However, pitching...

Frantzces Lys
Nov 27, 20215 min read


ICYMI: Biden’s Bipartisan Bill & $25 Billion For Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs
The small business provisions of the Build Back Better Act—a $3.5 trillion fund that will invest $25 billion in small businesses in the...

Frantzces Lys
Nov 9, 20213 min read


Hiring A Tax Professional? 12 Questions You Should Be Asking
Taxes are inevitable. We all have to submit tax returns each year. However, having your taxes prepared can be stressful. The IRS has...
Linda Diakite Karressy
Oct 19, 20214 min read


Tax Planning: 4 Questions To Ask To Reduce Your Tax Bill
Many businesses took advantage of tax credits, payroll tax deferrals, and government-provided loans to sustain their businesses...
Linda Diakite Karressy
Oct 11, 20213 min read


5 Components To Master The Art of Emotionally Intelligent Leadership
What does it mean to be an emotionally intelligent entrepreneur? The answer to this question is not as simple as you might think. It's...

Frantzces Lys
Sep 29, 20214 min read


ICYMI: NSBW Panel Unlocking The Doors To Access Capital For Black-owned Businesses Sponsored by VISA
Panelists Shelly Omilàdè Bell Founder & CEO of Black Girl Ventures. Black Girl Ventures transforms entrepreneurship by reimagining the...

Frantzces Lys
Sep 16, 20217 min read


Applications Open: Pitch On The Biggest Stage For Black & Brown Women Founders
Black Girl Ventures (BGV) is thrilled to announce the launch of our official pitch season! The BGV Pitch Season is the first and...

Frantzces Lys
Jul 28, 20212 min read


Black Business Month: Roadmap To Billions 2021 (Save The Date)
Did you know that Black women still represent less than 1.2% of Venture Capital funding in the tech space? One of the reasons is the...

Frantzces Lys
Jul 27, 20212 min read


Is Your Mission Statement Too Generic? 6 Ways To Maximize Its Impact
What is it about a brand that turns us into die-hard fans? We find ourselves delaying our purchases or driving an extra 15 minutes so we...

Frantzces Lys
Jul 19, 20214 min read


ICYMI: BGV's First Graduating Class Of Change Agents
These change agents dare to lead. They have the tenacity to take on multiple challenges and the creativity to make a difference. These...

Frantzces Lys
Jul 12, 20214 min read


Uplifting Black Entrepreneurs: Behind Khadijah Robinson’s Acquisition by Diddy’s Shop Circulate
Black Girl Ventures is thrilled to announce that BGV alumni Khadijah Robinson, Founder of the premier online marketplace for Black-owned...

Frantzces Lys
Jun 22, 20215 min read


Juneteenth Celebration: Why Black Businesses (Still) Need Financial Support
Juneteenth is a celebration that takes place on June 19th, signifying the Black liberation movement. On June 19th, 1865, approximately...

Frantzces Lys
Jun 18, 20212 min read


Here's A Comprehensive List Of The Best (FREE) Entrepreneur Courses Out There
Starting an entrepreneurship journey is exciting as well as daunting. You have big ideas, and you know in your heart that you want to...

Frantzces Lys
Jun 17, 202115 min read


20 Queer Businesses To Support Beyond Pride Month
June is officially Pride Month. With it comes nationwide celebrations, parades, festivals, things we didn't know, and support for queer...

Frantzces Lys
Jun 7, 20216 min read


4 Things to Look for When Recruiting Board Members for Your Nonprofit
Being a nonprofit board member takes time, commitment, and personal resources. Because of this, the qualities of the board members should...

Frantzces Lys
May 25, 20213 min read


9 Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Will Benefit From Seeing A Therapist
There is no denying that owning a business of any kind comes with tremendous benefits. The ability to set your schedule, provide for you...

Frantzces Lys
May 19, 20217 min read


Mompreneurs Reveal Their Secret Sauce For Success
While running a small business and being a mom is very rewarding, balancing it can be challenging. Being a mompreneur takes a special...

Frantzces Lys
May 9, 202114 min read


The Art Of The Pitch: 13 Tips From BGV Pitch Competition Winners
Black Girl Ventures wants to ensure that you're ready to secure the bag in honor of small business week. The art of the pitch is crucial...

Frantzces Lys
May 5, 20217 min read


12 (FREE) Online Certification Courses To Up-Level Your Business Skills
As a small business owner, you often need to understand various aspects of your business as you build it. Certifications can be a great...

Frantzces Lys
Apr 22, 20213 min read
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