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February 10, 2022
SBA administrator Guzman announces new funding of $1.5 million to expand outreach centers for women entrepreneurs through minority care institutions
Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, director of the U.S. Small Business Agency (SBA) and the voice of the 32.5 million U.S. small businesses in President Biden's cabinet, announced the availability of $1.5 million for 10 new grant opportunities for established minority care institutions that aspire to host a Women's Business Center (WBC, for its acronym in English) that offers results-oriented business services for women entrepreneurs.
Read Press Release Here
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 SBA celebrates and supports Black-owned small businesses
Interesting facts about African-Americans in business
The number of Black/African American-owned employer firms and businesses are rising steadily. According to Census data, in:
- 2014, there were approximately 108,473
- 2014, there were 31,216 black-owned health care and social assistance firms; 15,078 professional, scientific, and technical support businesses; and 9,644 administrative, support, waste management and remediation services
- 2016, there were approximately 121,466
- 2017, there were approximately 124,004
- 2020, there were approximately 134,567
- 2020, there were 39,705 health care and social assistance firms, accounting for about 29.5% of all African American owned businesses
Resources for Black entrepreneurs
New businesses are on the rise across the United States, and particularly in the Black community. If you’re an entrepreneur with a good idea, it might be the right time to finally start your business 70% of African-American entrepreneurs say they are either “somewhat happy” or “very happy” with their businesses. 72% say their businesses are profitable.
Please visit this page to explore resources for Black Businesses
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Webinars
Keys to a successful Black-owned business startup
February 22, 1:00pm EST
If you're an entrepreneur with a good idea, join our live webinar to learn how to plan your start-up business and succeed in your industry.
Instagram for small businesses
February 25, 10:00am EST
Instagram has become a powerful and affordable (!) platform to tackle these issues faced by all small businesses. In the webinar, Liz breaks down the answers to these questions in an easy-to-understand format and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. You’ll learn practical tips and proven strategies that you can start using today!
DURATION: 60 minutes
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Apply before it’s too late- NYS Recovery Grant Program webinar
February 9, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
What is it? The NYS COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program was created to provide flexible grant assistance to currently viable small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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One-on-one counseling for MWBE Certification
New York State spent over $10B* in MWBE businesses in fiscal year 2021. Do you want a part of the pie?
If you've been in business for at least one year, and your business is primarily-owned by a minority/woman then the NYS MWBE certification may be your next step! The New York State Minority/Women owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) certification can connect you with government contracting opportunities and take your business to the next level.
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Statewide indoor business mask or vaccine requirement to be lifted starting (TODAY) February 10, remains optional for businesses, local governments, counties
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Congressman Jamaal Bowman and City Council Member Martha Lopez visited New Rochelle businesses in District 1. |
Sincerely,
Mariana Jusufaj
Minority Business Liaison
Mjusufaj@newrochelleny.com 914-654-2193
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