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The U.S. Black Chambers (USBC) released the following statement in solidarity with the George Floyd protests:

June 2, 2020 admin 0

“We stand with those who are rightfully protesting against the scourge of police misconduct, the system of racism, and the ongoing manslaughter of Black men and women. Today marks the 99 year anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre. Tulsa, Oklahoma was […]

Coronavirus may kill unicorns: High-value tech startups could see blows to valuations

June 2, 2020 zenger.news Comments Off

Most unicorns are recent tech startups, initially operating in the negative until ultimately generating a profit. Those profits are more distant, however, as the global economy prepares for a post-lockdown recession. Unicorns are seeing their valuations sliced, some by 40%, […]

Nation’s smallest small businesses get left behind during COVID-19

May 25, 2020 zenger.news Comments Off

For cafe owner Gloria Rivera, not knowing is the worst part. It’s been weeks since she applied for a $10,000 loan through the federal government’s COVID-19 relief program, and yet her bank account remains empty. The bills are piling up; […]

SBA’s Ashley Bell & Tip “T.I.” Harris Host Call for 100,000 Minority Entrepreneurs

May 20, 2020 admin 0

Livestreamed: https://vekeo.com/smallbusinessadministration/ Or Call 833-380-0652 Source: SBA / Radio One Digital On Wednesday, May 20th at 6:00 pm ET, Ashley D. Bell, SBA Regional Administrator and Entrepreneurship Policy Advisor for the White House Opportunity & Revitalization Council and Tip “T.I.” Harris, […]

U.S. Black Chambers Statement on Senate broadband hearing

May 13, 2020 admin 0

“Congress and the Administration must work together towards a plan that brings all Americans into the digital age” By Ron Busby, President, U.S. Black Chambers: “Covid-19 has devastated millions of small businesses across America. This is more than a devastating […]

Without More Help, Black-Owned Businesses Might Not Survive the Pandemic

May 6, 2020 admin 0

By Eugene Cornelius Jr. (TriceEdneyWire.com) – Black communities in the United States not only represent a disproportionate share of casualties from coronavirus, but they have also been deeply affected by the economic impact of the disease. Longstanding racial discrimination in economic and housing policy […]

The 100 Black Women of Prince George’s County in collaboration with The 100 Black Men of Prince George’s County present a webinar:

April 27, 2020 admin 0

What you need to know to engage successfully with banks as the 2nd tranche is distributed under the CARES Act. How do you determine where your small business fits within the bank’s process and how do you maximize your chance […]

Trae Dungy of TRIAL X FIRE Specializes in Movies, Television, and Musicals that Entertain, Educate, and Enlighten

April 22, 2020 admin Comments Off

By Taroue Brooks Tell us about your company. My company TRIAL X FIRE specializes in new media distribution for content like films, tv shows, web series, stand up comedy, podcast and more. We work directly with major platforms and outlets […]

An Interview With Ruby Y. Davis Founder Of The Davis Law Group, LLC

April 17, 2020 admin Comments Off

By Taroue Brooks What inspired you to become an entrepreneur? I was fortunate to work in corporate America for over 15 years. When I became a lawyer, I realized that the legal industry was very male-dominant. I was inspired to […]