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Wondering what makes #bbcon worth attending? Here are two (of many) reasons: Learn about upcoming Blackbaud product features and updates. Extend your professional circle and create lasting connections. Don't just take my word for it—read why Austen Brown of Prenger Solutions Group keeps  coming back year after year.

Wondering what makes #bbcon worth attending? Here are two (of many) reasons: Learn about upcoming Blackbaud product features and updates. Extend your professional circle and create lasting connections. Don't just take my word for it—read why Austen Brown of Prenger Solutions Group keeps  coming back year after year.

Networking can be challenging when you’re confined to your local area. But joining the Crisp community changes the game. Imagine walking into a room, not filled with competitors, but with fellow law firm owners who are genuinely invested in your success. Here, collaboration trumps competition. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to elevate your practice with the collective power of the Crisp community. Apply now and transform your law firm’s future: https://lnkd.in/eaGEU42H

Networking can be challenging when you’re confined to your local area. But joining the Crisp community changes the game. Imagine walking into a room, not filled with competitors, but with fellow law firm owners who are genuinely invested in your success. Here, collaboration trumps competition. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to elevate your practice with the collective power of the Crisp community. Apply now and transform your law firm’s future: https://bit.ly/43TeFmd

Climate and public health entrepreneurs find community in Detroit’s Black tech ecosystem - Bridge Detroit: Climate and public health entrepreneurs find community in Detroit’s Black tech ecosystem  Bridge Detroit http://dlvr.it/TBNb8n

This is a good/timely read from my colleague Chris Naylor; grab a cuppa & immerse yourself in the art of the possible for #localgov #publicsector. This reflects much of what we do Inner Circle Consulting; place-based, outcome-focused service redesign to deliver better outcomes at less cost.

#GreaterCumberlandChamber: Cyberproof Your Business / End of Year Party "🎙️ LIVE from the Greater Cumberland Chamber of Commerce End of Year Party! We're touching base with key guests to discuss how to #CyberproofYourBusiness and celebrate a fantastic year of growth and community. Stay tuned as we bring you the insights, laughter, and highlights from tonight! ✨ #GreaterCumberlandChamber #EndOfYearCelebration #BusinessGrowth #LiveInterviews #OzArabMedia"

#GreaterCumberlandChamber: Cyberproof Your Business / End of Year Party "🎙️ LIVE from the Greater Cumberland Chamber of Commerce End of Year Party! We're touching base with key guests to discuss how to #CyberproofYourBusiness and celebrate a fantastic year of growth and community. Stay tuned as we bring you the insights, laughter, and highlights from tonight! ✨ #GreaterCumberlandChamber #EndOfYearCelebration #BusinessGrowth #LiveInterviews #OzArabMedia"

Lions do more than serve their community - they create community for passionate people who want to help others. Here are some of their tips for club growth: 🤝 "Invite friends, co-workers and peers to participate in activities and experience the joy of serving your community firsthand. Side effects include bonding, team building, learning and having fun." -Lion Christin Jentzsch, Berlin, Germany 💡 “Make sure your club is open to accepting new members and the new ideas they bring." -Lion Robin Woolmer, British Columbia, Canada 🗣️ "You can never invite enough people or ask them enough times to be a Lion. I’ve met people who were asked five times before they accepted. They joined when they were ready." -Lion Dan O’Reilly, Illinois, USA 🌱 "Service, service, service. Your club can grow by engaging prospective members through service." -Lion August Valera, California, USA More tips: https://bit.ly/4akHkmg #MissionToGrow

Optimizing day-to-day routines helps Black owners focus on two primary challenges: raising capital (the top challenge for 40% of Black owners) and growing their businesses (the top challenge for 21% of Black owners). These responses far outranked other challenges, such as marketing, customer acquisition, and hiring, that typically rank highly for different demographics. With an average annual revenue of about half the typical non-Black owner (roughly $70K versus approximately $145K), Black entrepreneurs have less cash buffer to weather unforeseen challenges such as inflation. Here are a few options for Black owners seeking funding right now: Grants: Opportunities such as The Catalyst Fund, Democratizing the Friends & Family Round Grant, and Minority Business Development Agency (MDBA) Grants are excellent sources of one-time funding to kickstart growth. Seek advice: Your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers free counseling sessions to help entrepreneurs navigate their funding options and resources. Visit the Black-owned business resource center. Hosted with the NAACP, this free resource matches you with relevant grants, loans, and credit opportunities. #nationalblackbusinessmonth   Monthly Tours ➡️ every second Thursday - https://bit.ly/3Ca1ekH Find out more about Pittsburgh Yards and how to apply: https://bit.ly/3Cdh7Hk.  Contact Us – https://bit.ly/3NcIW8O Gallery – https://bit.ly/42hCrWE Events – https://bit.ly/3Ca1ekH 📧 [email protected]  📞 470-890-5030