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Did you know that only 5% of the UK's small businesses are ethnic minority-led? Our CEO Mayokun - Mac Alonge started The Equal Group in 2018, and it’s been a very rewarding journey. 😅 However, the support for BAME founders remains under the radar. We asked him what advice he would give to underrepresented entrepreneurs looking to kickstart their journey. See what he had to say below! 👇🏾 To any other entrepreneurs out there, leave a comment with any advice you’d like to give. Let’s try and improve the statistics by encouraging and supporting each other. #BAMEEntrepreneurs #SMEs #SupportingEachOther

📢 Big news for veteran entrepreneurs this November! Governor Ron DeSantis has officially proclaimed November 11-15 as Veterans Small Business Week in Florida! With 1.43 million veterans and over 185,750 veteran business owners calling Florida home, our state stands proud as the most veteran-friendly state in the nation. Let's celebrate and support our veteran entrepreneurs who continue to serve by creating economic prosperity in our communities. From transitioning service members to established business owners, Florida's veteran entrepreneurs are making an impact! 🌟 #VeteransSmallBusinessWeek #FloridaVeteranBusiness #VeteranOwned #VeteranEntrepreneurs

These impact businesses are driving #socialchange.    Meet the #YBIAwards contenders for the Social Business of the Year category. They’ll be joining us at #YBIBootcamp in June where they will meet like-minded individuals striving to address and solve societal challenges.    Learn more about these inspiring young entrepreneurs: https://lnkd.in/eDpgjSiU 

SC/ST entrepreneurs often face barriers to success due to lack of resources and support. They struggle to access funding and mentorship opportunities, hindering their ability to grow their businesses and achieve financial stability. This lack of support leads to a cycle of poverty and limited economic opportunities for SC/ST entrepreneurs. Without the necessary resources and guidance, many promising businesses fail to reach their full potential. ACTIV is here to bridge the gap and empower SC/ST entrepreneurs with the support they need to succeed. With our dedicated Chamber of Commerce, we provide valuable resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help entrepreneurs from marginalized communities thrive in the business world. Join us in empowering SC/ST entrepreneurs and creating a more inclusive and prosperous business community. #EmpowerSCSTEntrepreneurs #ACTIVChamberOfCommerce #ACTIVentrepreneur #madewithpredisai

Commentary: Black entrepreneurs are often shut out from capital, but here's how some are removing barriers By SherRhonda Gibbs Morehouse College https://ow.ly/vCn550Uev1K #diversityinbusiness #businesssuccess #blackentrepreneurs #raceandentrepreneurship #startupcapital

➡️ Melissa Hager is helping celebrate the grit and strength of all entrepreneurs this #SmallBusinessWeek with some helpful tips. Check out the Grasshopper blog: https://lnkd.in/e2Kia_Fr

Are you a Black Business Owner? This workshop is your chance to gain financial access!

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO) is proud to release the 2024 Native American Small Business Fact Sheet. 📥 Download the Fact Sheet This insightful resource highlights the contributions, challenges, and opportunities of Native American entrepreneurs who are driving innovation, preserving cultural heritage, and fostering economic growth in their communities.  🎥 RSVP to Join the Conversation We are continuing this important discussion today at 3 PM EST / 12 PM PST during our webinar, Empowering Native American Entrepreneurs: Honoring Heritage and Advancing Economic Opportunities. 📊 Key insights from our Fact Sheet    🗣️ A panel of inspiring experts and community leaders sharing strategies to foster economic equity    🔑 Practical takeaways to support Native-owned businesses Let’s celebrate the resilience, innovation, and contributions of Native American entrepreneurs together. See you there! 👏 #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #EconomicEquity #Entrepreneurship #AEOEvent #SmallBusinessSupport 

Holding tightly. Swinging day to day between roles as you start your business. Could you benefit from support, guidance, community and more. Check out EPIC Future enabling young entrepreneurs through our programme. Support across the team of Robert Talbot Lisa Floyd Calum Sawford Hannah Al-Khaldi Paul Silk #epicfuturestartstoday #startabusiness #startupbusiness #youngentrepreneur #epicentrepreneurs #businessstartup #youngpeople #businessadvice #swinging #confidence

10.16.2024 Ninety Days of Small Business Environment Nurturing -- Day 44 Creating a local business ambassador program -- Leverage your community's business success stories by creating a local business ambassador program. Select successful local entrepreneurs to serve as mentors, spokespersons, and advisors for your economic development initiatives. These ambassadors can provide valuable insights, inspire new entrepreneurs, and help attract businesses to your community. Their real-world experience adds credibility to your business support efforts. #90days #90dayssmallbusiness #smallbusiness #shoplocal #nurturesmallbusiness #C7