Our Top Microlender Community Economic Development Fund (CEDF) hosted "Be the CEO of Your Future" - Women's Business Success 2024 - a full house of #entrepreneurs today at CT State Gateway featuring Moraima Gutierrez as moderator and Dawn Reshen-Doty as MC. A half day full of wisdom, best practices and leadership nuggets, complete with a keynote address from Dr. Tamara B. Smith, PMP. U.S. Small Business Administration's John Xu & our Resource Partners were on hand to provide valuable mentoring: Connecticut Small Business Development Center, Women's Business Development Council SCORE Mentors and Untapped Potential Inc. Denise Whitford, MBA, CGBP Begoña Sevilla Comms Expert I Bilingual Journalist Maria Celeste Tapia Joseph Crisscuolo Sherry Konwerski, MBA Frederick Welk M&T Bank Ashlyn Vicencio (DiGirolamo)
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Connecticut! Today we're promoting the 1st Annual Latino Lending Forum happening next Friday, Oct. 18th at the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Bridgeport's Latino Expo at 5:30pm at The Knowlton. U.S. Small Business Administration approved lenders will be offering #entrepreneurs' valuable insights on how to secure funding and relationship building with your bank, etc., For more info and to register: https://lnkd.in/eSnsxjsm SBA Approved lenders participation: Lucelly Espinal Ricardo Vidal Lynette Espinosa Irene Dominguez Damaris Garcia Quintana Rosa Rubbo Katherine Torres Women's Business Development Council, Moraima Gutierrez Glenn Davis Tony Rossley
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🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible impact of APEX Accelerators! 🌟 With over 90 centers nationwide, these dedicated teams are empowering businesses to enter and thrive in the #governmentsupplychain. They connect our #smallbusinesses with invaluable opportunities in the federal marketplace, guiding them through complex procurement processes and opening doors to contracts that drive economic growth. A heartfelt thank you to the entire CT APEX Accelerator (CT APEX) team for your commitment to equipping our #Connecticut businesses with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to succeed. #APEXAccelerators #GovernmentContracts #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #SmallBusinessSupport
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CT APEX Accelerator (CT APEX) and the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs hosted the Sikorsky Lockheed Martin Mentor Protégé Program (MPP) Roundtable on October 8, 2024. This event provided manufacturers valuable insights into the MPP and how it benefits their business and drives growth in government contracting. Thank you to all participants for your engagement and contributions! A special thanks to our presenters: Martha Crawford and Lavenia Kitchen from Sikorsky Lockheed Martin for their ongoing commitment to supporting small businesses. Dorothy Weber, CEO of Richards Machine Tool Co., for sharing her firsthand experience as a protégé in the program. Catherine Marx and Tanisha Baptiste, MBA from the CT Small Business Administration (SBA) for their continued partnership and support. Paul S. Lavoie, Chief Manufacturing Officer who provided insights and set the stage for a productive discussion. The Mentor Protégé Program, part of Lockheed Martin's Supplier Diversity initiatives, pairs small businesses with prime contractors to foster innovation and resilience. By promoting diversity among suppliers, Lockheed Martin ensures these businesses gain mentorship and access to new markets. Contact https://lnkd.in/enGX72Jx to learn more! #MentorProtege #APEXDAY2024 #CTAPEX #BusinessNetwoking #GovernmentContracting
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🌍 Exciting #GRANT Opportunity for #Connecticut #SmallBusiness #Exporters! 🚀 Join us on October 17th at 11 AM for an informative session with the SBA Office of International Trade Connecticut Small Business Development Center, U.S. Department of Commerce, and the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development. Learn how to apply for the U.S. Small Business Administration State Trade Expansion Program grants and discover how you can jump-start your international sales and explore new global markets! This is a fantastic chance to gain insights, ask questions, and connect with experts who can help you take your business to the next level. 📅 Date: October 17th 🕚 Time: 11 AM 📍 Location: Virtual https://lnkd.in/et8ACeNb Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your horizons! Register now and unlock your business's potential in the global marketplace. #ConnecticutExporters #SmallBusiness #GlobalTrade #STEP #SBA #SBDC #InternationalSales #BusinessGrowth Speakers include: Joseph Raycraft Moraima Jacqueline Torcellini Kerron Vernon Denise Whitford, MBA, CGBP
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Attention! 👉 If you are located in a declared disaster area, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration. ✔ Connecticut Counties affected: Fairfield, Litchfield, New Haven Join Deputy District Director Moraima Gutierrez and SBA Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience for a Disaster Recovery Information Session on Tuesday, October 8th at 3:00pm EST. Register: https://lnkd.in/ePFcxb7r
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Attention! 👉 If you are located in a declared disaster area, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration. ✔ Connecticut Counties affected: Fairfield, Litchfield, New Haven Join Deputy District Director Moraima Gutierrez and SBA Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience for a Disaster Recovery Information Session on Tuesday, October 8th at 3:00pm EST. Register: https://lnkd.in/ePFcxb7r
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We're thrilled to be speaking at Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)'s Small Business Resource Summit: Building Capacity for Hispanic-Owned Small Businesses in Connecticut on Tuesday, October 8th. The event will focus on promoting collaboration between banks and small business resource providers, highlight small business networks and programs, and provide resources that banks can utilize to support Hispanic-owned small business development and growth throughout Connecticut. The summit will help to expand bank referrals of small businesses for technical assistance from business development organizations. Presenters: Moraima Gutierrez, Deputy District Director, US Small Business Administration Connecticut District Office Nelson Merchan, Business Advisor, Connecticut Small Business Development Center Will Meikle, Chapter Chair, SCORE MENTORS Western Connecticut Ricardo Vidal, Director of Lending, Community Economic Development Fund (CEDF) Kim Hawkins, President and CEO, HEDCO Louis Silva G. Silva, President, Community Investment Corporation When: Tuesday, October 8th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET Where: The Maxx located at 94 Railroad Street New Milford, Connecticut Who should attend: Financial institutions, CDFIs, non-profit organizations, foundations, faith-based organizations, government, and other stakeholders interested in identifying collaborative opportunities and stabilizing the needs of Hispanic-owned small businesses in Connecticut. Register: https://lnkd.in/eHsxCN4t Contact Information: If you have any questions about the event, please email Alexis Luna at [email protected]
Attendee Information - FDIC Small Business Resource Summit: Building Capacity for Hispanic-Owned Small Businesses in Connecticut
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Attention! 👉 If you are located in a declared disaster area, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration. ✔ Connecticut Counties affected: Fairfield, Litchfield, New Haven Join Deputy District Director Moraima Gutierrez for a Disaster Recovery Information Session on Thursday, October 3rd at 12:00pm. 📅 Register: https://shorturl.at/8dCDO
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From September 15 to October 15, the SBA is excited to honor the economic impact of Hispanic and Latino entrepreneurs, past, present, and future. Read this article featuring resources are designed to pave the way for continued small business success. #Celebrate #HispanicHeritage #LatinoBusinesses
This National Hispanic Heritage Month is a Celebration of Diversity and Impact
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