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Member Perspective: Teresa M. Lundy
What steps can organizations take to develop messaging strategies that emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion in their external communications? Corporations must consider various factors when communicating with their key stakeholders, including customer base,...
The Business Corner: Juneteenth is an economic opportunity for small businesses
In this special edition of The Business Corner, we are going to discuss Juneteenth National Independence Day (June 19), the federal holiday celebrating the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans. I think about the topic of economic justice a lot. As Dr. Martin...
Business Corner: Find opportunities to continue learning as your business grows
In this special edition of The Business Corner, we are going to discuss specific options to continue your education as an entrepreneur. As business owners, it is critical to take advantage of opportunities to further develop your skills as you build your business....
The Business Corner: Honey Blowout finds its haircare niche
For this special edition of The Business Corner, I would like to introduce readers to Carla Clarkson, owner of The Link Studios, and the creator of Honey Blowout. Clarkson is a native of Philadelphia who was chosen as part of QVC & Home Shopping Network’s (HSN)...
The Business Corner: Strategies to Improve Your Business Model in 2022
As an entrepreneur, one of the most important decisions is your business model. But the choice of business model is not a one-time decision; rather, it evolves. Business owners should consider improving their business model as we go into the new year. For each...
The Business Corner: Pastor Brownlee creates businesses to help the community
For this special edition of The Business Corner, I have chosen to write about a business created to provide affordable goods and services that are needed in the community in which it serves. Divine Enterprises LLC was founded by William A. Brownlee Sr., who serves as...
The Business Corner: Infrastructure legislation will grow the economy
There are two important pieces of legislation that are currently being considered by the U.S. Congress, the Build Back Better Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. For this special edition of The Business Corner, we will discuss some of the benefits of...
The Business Corner: credit, accelerators and growth opportunities
As a business owner, you always need to be looking for opportunities to grow. Growth requires new customers or more business from existing customers. Access to capital, programs to support business owners, and continued education are all critical. These are important...
The Business Corner: Increasing visibility is vital to business success
As a business owner for the past six years, I know how important it is to get your name out there and reach your target market. Marketing is the fuel that drives customers to your business. Here are a few ways to increase the visibility of your business. Refresh your...
The Business Corner: How businesses can rebuild post-COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for both new and experienced business owners to retain customers, grow their business, find capital, and provide products and services to customers. With every roadblock to success, there is an opportunity to...