More than 11 million minority-owned businesses make up the economic fabric of the United States, according to data compiled by The Business Journals, and these businesses generate about $1.8 trillion in annual revenue, making up a good portion of the country’s economic success.Yet, minority-owned businesses do not receive nearly as ...
In 2021, legacy Bank Leumi (now Valley Bank) created the LevelUp Fund to support South Florida’s small business owners through the Urban League of Broward County's CDFI, Central County Community Development Corporation (CCCDC). The organization activates community and economic development revitalization efforts in low income communities and to transform the ...
It’s an unfortunate and historic truth that Black entrepreneurs often face barriers to entry when trying to build their businesses in a way that their white-owned counterparts do not.Limited access to capital and a lack of financial assistance have long been roadblocks for Black entrepreneurs, and the impact of the ...
Rhonda Denise Rogers advocates for high-quality, educational services within vulnerable populations. Rhonda is a successful nonprofit leader and has mentored other women so that they can find success in their business and personal lives. She specializes in developing and overseeing new and innovative programs that provide a wide variety ...
A renewed focus on Black history has given rise to a new familiarity and recognition of Juneteenth, also referred to as Freedom Day, Black Independence Day or Jubilee Day, which is celebrated each year on June 19. Are you wondering more about its origins and traditions? Read on for some ...
Hay ciertos alimentos que hacen felices a niños y adultos por igual y nadie puede negar que Los cupcakes son un postre por el que vale la pena emocionarse. En la era de las redes sociales y las fotos de comida de alta calidad, ahora os cupcakes se decoran como ...
Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information and uses it to take your money, use your credit cards or open new ones, file tax returns, make health insurance claims, and more. According to the National Council on Identity Theft Protection, identity theft is shockingly prevalent and on the ...
Women have always had the wherewithal to handle our own financial independence, to plan for retirement, to succeed in owning our own businesses, to excel in the workplace, and so much more. Though it’s taken years of dedication and hard work for society to start catching on to this fundamental ...
The original theme of this month's newsletter changed rather dramatically as the early March events in the banking sector radically altered the tone in the markets. While the focus had been a deeper dive into the “Recession vs Runway” theme for an economic landing, the failures of Silicon Valley Bank ...
Married couples seem to get a lot of breaks when it comes to finances—presumably, two people are earning (and sharing) income; they might have more choices for affordable insurance, and they often enjoy more generous tax deductions. Yet they also have to navigate tricky financial situations, such as allocating their ...
With the price of food on the rise, grocery bills are growing along with it. It can be a challenge to stick to your grocery budget while also trying to check everything off your list. But, with a little effort, you can keep your weekly grocery bill on budget. Whether ...
More than 11 million minority-owned businesses make up the economic fabric of the United States, according to data compiled by The Business Journals, and these businesses generate about $1.8 trillion in annual revenue, making up a good portion of the country’s economic success.Yet, minority-owned businesses do not receive nearly as ...