The origins of supplier diversity go back to the 1950s and 1960s when the civil rights movement called for an end to the struggle for justice and equality for Black Americans. Those protests ultimately paved the way for many groups to participate in the marketplace.
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All You Need to Know About Becoming a Diverse-Owned Certified Business in Michigan
Diverse-owned business certifications help businesses that are owned by groups historically left out of the supply chain gain access to more opportunities and grow. The goal of these certifications is to create equity in the business community, so Black-owned, veteran-owned, and other minority-owned businesses have just as good of a chance to succeed and grow as majority-owned businesses. This reason is why getting certified as a diverse-owned business is one of the most important things a business owner can do.
Continue ReadingFlint-Native One of 20 Black Entrepreneurs Selected for Hennessy’s $1m ‘Never Stop, Never Settle’ Program
In 2014, Flint, Michigan, became the U.S. epicenter of the global water crisis with more than 100,000 residents being exposed to highly elevated lead content. In 2019, Jonathan Quarles, a Flint resident, learned about Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology during …
Continue ReadingBlack-Owned Haircare Line “Strengthen, Grows, and Continues to Give Health” to All Hair Types
At the Detroit Regional Chamber’s 2021 Detroit Policy Conference, the perseverance and future of small businesses in the region was a leading topic. Many local business owners shared how they strategically navigated the challenges of the pandemic and what they …
Continue ReadingBlack-Owned Marketing Agency Founder Shares Key to Social Media Success for Businesses
At the Detroit Regional Chamber’s 2021 Detroit Policy Conference, the perseverance and future of small businesses in the region was a leading topic. Many local business owners shared how they strategically navigated the challenges of the pandemic and what they …
Continue ReadingSurvey by Groupon and the National Black Chamber of Commerce Shows Strong Support for Black-Owned Businesses
A survey of more than 500 Black-owned businesses by Groupon and the National Black Chamber of Commerce shows strong support for Black businesses, but more needs to be done. The survey polled the Black-owned businesses to understand better how consumers’ shopping habits …
Continue ReadingEntrepreneurs Access Network 2022 Cohort Application Opens, Deadline Sept. 17
EY is seeking Black- and Latino-owned companies for their Entrepreneurs Access Network (EAN) 2022 cohort with the goal of addressing and reducing the disparity gap in entrepreneurship to help minority-owned businesses grow. EAN is a free educational program that was …
Continue ReadingSalesforce Hosts National Black Business Month Virtual Block Party Wednesday, Aug. 25
Salesforce is celebrating National Black Business Month by hosting a virtual National Black Business Month Block Party on Aug. 25 from 3-7 p.m. Sponsored by Black Enterprise and Deloitte Digital, the Block Party is free and open to the public …
Continue ReadingDetroit Black Restaurant Week Is Back, With Food Truck Rallies and a Longer Lineup
Detroit Black Restaurant Week, a toast to the city’s Black-owned eateries, returns Friday, with a new food truck rally and additional restaurants participating. From Friday, Aug. 20 until Sunday, Aug. 29, foodies can enjoy specialized menus from new restaurants and …
Continue ReadingBlack-Owned Boutique in Detroit Trains Youth in Retail Operations
At the Detroit Regional Chamber’s 2021 Detroit Policy Conference, the perseverance and future of small businesses in the region was a leading topic. Many local business owners shared how they strategically navigated the challenges of the pandemic and what they …
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