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OBDC Celebrates Hispanic
Heritage Month
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Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community.
The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988 on the approval of Public Law 100-402.
The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.
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What is Hispanic Heritage Month? It's a national celebration to honor the history, culture and influence of past generations who came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
When is Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrated? Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The celebration starts mid-month because Sept. 15 marks the independence anniversary of five countries: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala. It is followed by Mexico's Independence Day on Sept. 16 and Chile's on Sept. 18. Another important date that falls within this 30-day period is Día de la Raza, or Columbus Day, which is celebrated on Oct. 12.
What does Hispanic mean? While many people use Latino(a) and Hispanic interchangeably these two words mean different things. A Hispanic person is someone who comes from or is a descendant of a Spanish-speaking country. Latino(a) is used when referring to someone who comes from Latin America or is a descendant from any Latin American country. A person can be both Hispanic and Latino(a), but not all Latinos are Hispanic. Brazilians, for example, are Latinos, but their native language is not Spanish. Conversely, not all Hispanics are Latino(a). Spaniards are considered Hispanic, but not Latinos, since they are part of the European Union. Hispanic countries are Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Spain, Uruguay, and Venezuela. Latin American countries are Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Martinique, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Martin, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
*Photos courtesy of laprensalatina and fox13memphis
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It isn’t easy to spend a lot of time planning for a life of entrepreneurship on your own, especially if you find it complex and confusing. Staff of the Office of Business Diversity and Compliance, interviews entrepreneurs, governmental and quasi governmental leaders, as well as economist who have successfully created or helped to grow small businesses locally and globally. Each month "The We Mean Business Podcast" will pull back the curtain on compelling and beneficial stories for you, "The Entrepreneur".
Tune in here and bookmark for future episodes.
#WeMeanBusiness
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Memphis COVID-19 Updates
Stay up to date with Memphis COVID-19 updates and current CDC recommendations here
Keep up with Mayor Strickland's daily COVID-19 updates here
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For our MWSBE Spotlight this month we want to recognize Vicente Garcia of Vidal Roofing.
"I started Vidal Roofing Inc in 2016 alongside my two brothers. We have over 30 years combined experience and pride ourselves on our quality work. In the 5 years we’ve been in business, we have installed over 30,000 square feet of commercial roofing".
Vidal Roofing Inc is family and minority owned. They strive to ensure that every project that they take on is performed with complete honesty, integrity and expertise.
Thank you Vicente Garcia for continuing your entrepreneurial efforts in the City of Memphis!!
To learn more about Vidal Roofing click here!
#WeMeanBusiness
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 OBDC
El logo es la primera presentación de una empresa ante los consumidores. Si se diseña bien, puede despertar el interés del público y darle ganas de descubrir más sobre la empresa; pero si no es así, podrías perder bastantes clientes potenciales e incluso acabar con tu negocio.
Esta sesión cubrirá:
La importancia de tener el Logo correcto
¿Por qué un buen logotipo es importante para su pequeña empresa?
¿Cómo afecta el logotipo a la marca de la empresa?
The logo is the first presentation of a company to consumers. If designed well, it can spark public interest and make them want to find out more about your company; But if not, you could lose a lot of potential customers and even end your business.
This session will cover:
The importance of having the right Logo
Why a good Logo is important for your small business?
How does the logo affect the branding of the business?
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Tuesday, October 26 - 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Tuesday, November 2 - 11:00AM - 12:30PM
We all thought that our COVID-19 challenges were ending. But, there is a bit more ahead. It’s time to rise above the fray and grow as a business owner!
Join Lucy for three connected virtual sessions to get in touch with your personal power using challenging and fun worksheets along with Lucy’s engaging presentation style.
You will be able to think through and answer these three questions:
1. Who did I become during the pandemic?
2. Who do I wish I had become during that time?
3. Who do I choose to become, right now, for the future?
Are you ready to partner with Lucy to access your true power?
Please be sure to register ASAP to receive your first worksheet!
Zoom Seats are limited.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday, October 27 - 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Location - (virtual webinar)
Credito y Manejo de Dinero/ Credit and Money Management
Este taller busca capacitar a los participantes en los diferentes procesos de endeudamiento y aumento de capital.
Además, aprenda cómo pagar sus deudas más rápido con los mismos ingresos, aumentar el flujo de efectivo, disminuir sus gastos, tener acceso a más dinero y aumentar su puntaje crediticio (700+)
This workshop seeks to train participants in different debt and capital raising, also, learn how to pay off your debts faster with the same income, increase cash flow, decrease your expenses, have access to more money, and increase your credit score (700+)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Ultimate Bidders Boot Camp
Wednesday, November 3 - 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Location - TBD
More information coming soon.
TSBDC
Wednesday, October 13 - 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Location- Entrepreneur Network Center (virtual webinar)
After 18 months of COVID-19, several laws with significant tax implications such as the America Rescue Plan Act and the CARES Act, a change in administration, the Paycheck Protection Program (“ PPP”), and the Economic Injury Disaster Program (“EIDL”), small and growing businesses may be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information and need clarity on what really matters.
Join us as we unpack the major tax changes, risks, and opportunities in preparation for the 2021 tax season.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday, October 20 - 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Location- Entrepreneur Network Center (virtual webinar)
Take your business to the next level as you become a confident QuickBooks power user. In this session we will cover:
* QuickBooks Setup - QB Desktop or QB Online
* Working with Lists - Accounts, Customers, Vendors & 1099's, Items/Products
* Sales Transactions
* Purchase Transactions
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
RegionSmart
Develop-A-Thon: Taking projects from conception to completion
October 22 – 23, 2021
The Develop-A-Thon is a one and half-day workshop for emerging developers to create pitch-ready presentations to approach investors about their real estate projects. Throughout the sessions, students will create a site plan, produce a proforma, refine sales pitches, and practice presentations.
Deliverables can include:
Site Plan
Market Analysis
Identifying the Most Suitable Capital Stack Options
Cost Estimations
Proforma
Financial Checklist
Pitch Presentation Deck
Industry-specific experts, such as architects, engineers, bankers, marketers, and more, will provide guidance throughout the workshop. Class size will be small and broken into groups to ensure adequate and individualized technical assistance for each project. In addition, students will receive professional mentorship valued at over $3,000.
This class is best suited for projects: 1) in which the participant has site control over a parcel under three acres, 2) that have an initial vision of what to build/renovate on the site.
Preparation: To maximize the value of the workshop, photos and two versions of Google Maps of the site (specific specs will be provided) are required to be submitted two weeks prior to the workshop. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete a Worksheet (provided by RegionSmart) on the project. The worksheet includes answering questions about the neighborhood, including zoning or neighborhood overlays that impact your project, basic financial data, etc.) All of the information is not required, but the more information you provide, the more value you will receive from the workshop. You are also encouraged to submit any existing sketches, renderings, etc., of the project.
When: October 22 (8:30 am – 4:30pm) October 23 (8:30am – noon) Note: A second session will be offered in April 2022.
Location: Grace St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Midtown Memphis
Pricing: Early Bird Registration (Now through August 31) - $400/ Normal Registration (September 1 – September 24) - $500/ Late Registration (September 25 – October 8) - $600
Register: To register, please go the event page at RegionSmart.org.
Questions: Contact Dillon Holliam at Dillon.holliam@regionsmart.org
**1-2 people per project may participate – both must be present for the entire workshop. Capacity is limited to 12 projects.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Blight Authority of Memphis (BAM)
We're Hiring!
Open Positions - Link for additional details: Click Here
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Joclyn Phillips, Executive Assistant (City Hall)
Compliance
Andrew DeShazo, Esq., Compliance Manager
Annette Crump, Administrative Assistant (Compliance)
Valesia Mason, Intern
Certification
Standley Brady, Esq., Certification Manager
Tabitha Veazey, Certification Analyst
Business Services
Taylor Tagg, Business Services Coordinator Sr.
Guadalupe Reyes, Business Services Coordinator
Ashley Robinson, Operations Mgr. & Outreach & Engagement
Dante Robichaux, Creative Strategist
Ermarie Shaw, Administrative Assistant
Victor Castillo, Intern
Contact our office for assistance at bdcinfo@memphistn.gov or 901-636-9300
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