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Welcome
Each SBDC should look at the samples provided by the Norcal SBDC, assess their state/region, and begin with the community where they feel they can have the best initial impact and that reflects the needs of their small business community.
This approach builds on the existing model of needs assessment and customer responsiveness that SBDCs already use. Each SBDC can decide where best to begin in their communities, but we all understand that inclusivity is not a static concept. Other communities will wish to be assisted/included, and that will come.
By developing the contacts, partnerships and relationships, The Inclusivity Challenge will recognize SBDCs as the “hub” for small business assistance, and build off of our 41-year history and national infrastructure.
About the Inclusivity Challenge
Over the last 40 years, the SBDC network has been helping entrepreneurs in all communities to start, grow, and pivot their small businesses and keep pace with the ever-changing marketplace.
The past year has brought forth unprecedented challenges. In 2021, we’re renewing our commitment to support entrepreneurs and businesses most impacted, to empower a more inclusive recovery.
The Inclusivity Challenge is a long-term commitment by the America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) Network and its partners that builds upon existing efforts to help underserved and minority small business communities establish a clear path to empowerment and continued economic and community prosperity.
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Toolkit
Contacts
America’s SBDC
Christian Conroy
cconroy@americassbdc.org
Millennial and Youth Entrepreneurship Interest Section
Info coming soon
Minority Outreach Interest Section
Jamaal Ewing, Michigan SBDC
ewingri@gvsu.edu
Veterans Entrepreneurship Interest Section
Info coming soon
Women’s Entrepreneurship Interest Section
Amy Lambert
Illinois SBDC
alambert@alliancesbdc.org
Shyeka Hopkins
New Jersey SBDC
shyekah@business.rutgers.edu