Racism
Gap Funding – Bridging the Divide and Driving Economic Empowerment
In pursuing a more equitable society, supporting businesses owned by individuals from marginalized communities is paramount to a vital, innovative, and sustainable economy. These marginalized groups include BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), women, veterans, and rural entrepreneurs. These entrepreneurs face unique challenges, the least of which is limited access to capital. Mentoring, coaching,…
Read MoreDEIB must be done correctly!
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) has become a buzzword in the corporate world, with many organizations attempting to implement DEIB strategies. However, a feeble attempt at a DEIB strategy can be dangerous for the company and the individuals it aims to support. The first danger of a feeble attempt at a DEIB strategy is…
Read MoreA White Man’s Journey to Becoming an Ally
Ally (n) – one that is associated with another as a helper; (v) – to unite or form a connection between; to enter into an alliance. For background purposes, let me share my beginning point for this important journey. I was raised in a typical, white, middle-class, suburban neighborhood by a traditional family. We went…
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