Right to Start’s Post

As we come to the end of Small Business Month, check out the latest policy brief in our Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) Nexus series focused on “Boosting Small Business Growth: Navigating Policy Complexities and Government Support.”   Small businesses like those our NFTE alumni create are critical to driving economic growth and fostering community innovation, but many of those small businesses struggle to survive beyond their initial years.   Read more in the brief about what can be done to support these early-stage businesses and to launch the next generation of thriving entrepreneurs!   https://lnkd.in/efyMijWp

The Black Wealth Master Plan: Teaching Entrepreneurship to Black Children Discover the Black Wealth Master Plan, which aims to equip every Black child with entrepreneurial skills by the age of 12. Learn how starting a business at a young age can empower them to control their financial destiny and break free from dependency. Join us on this journey towards economic empowerment! #BlackWealthMasterPlan #EntrepreneurshipForKids #FinancialEmpowerment #YouthEntrepreneurship #BlackWealthBuilding #WealthCreation #EconomicEmpowerment #NextGenerationEntrepreneurs #BreakingFinancialDependency #YouthEmpowerment

Uncover the heart of "our why" and understand the meaning behind "Thrive for Generations" from the perspective of our extraordinary team members. Coming from a background of entrepreneurship and family business, Peter Hauck, assistant director of Prairie Family Business Association understands the challenges that family businesses can face first-hand. “It’s my goal that through PFBA we give families the confidence to know that they can keep their business a family business from one generation to the next.” - Peter Hauck Watch this full clip to learn more about Peter, his role within Prairie Family Business Association, and his hopes for all family businesses moving forward. Discover your 'Why' PFBA. fambus.org/membership Thrive for Generations. #PFBA #familybusiness #familyowned #familyenterprise #PFBAmembership #familybusinessgrowth #successionplanning #governance #nextgeneration #familydynamics #familycohesion #buildingalegacy #OurWhy

Black entrepreneurs always overcome, but we need to talk about one of the most common challenges they face: limited access to resources and funding. VC funding for Black-owned businesses fell 71% in the U.S. last year, and funding for Black businesses continues to make up less than 1% of all VC support. Black business ownership is growing at the fastest pace in 30 years. For most of these entrepreneurs, their business is their primary source of income. Supporting Black-owned businesses doesn't stop at purchases—it’s about investing in a more equitable and thriving economy. If you're a Black business owner, we want to know: What's been your greatest challenge to date? #BlackBusiness #NationalBlackBusinessMonth #BlackEntrepreneurs

Ready to supercharge your child’s entrepreneurial skillset? What better way than to register them for one of our markets!? We're launching more markets TODAY in California, Illinois, Michigan, & Utah at 8am local time. #register #childrensentrepreneurmarket #youthentrepreneurship

Dean Isaac McCoy, of the School of Business Entrepreneurship and CIS, is featured in a Rolling Out article. Check out this wonderful piece about empowering communities, bridging higher education and economic development, and more. https://lnkd.in/e4NH47dH

#ThursdayThoughts What's the biggest lesson you've learned in your entrepreneurial journey so far? Share your insights with us 👇

Let’s celebrate small businesses! #shopsmall #shoplocal #dcsmallbusinessweek #dcsmallbusinesses #Ledcsmallbusinesses

Just a gentle reminder: our Quarterly Review workshop is right around the corner! As we gear up for this transformative experience, let's remember the importance of family support in our entrepreneurial journey. Tag someone who's been your rock on this path! Can't wait to see you all soon! https://lnkd.in/g3TRrKDD #FamilySupport #EntrepreneurialJourney #WorkshopReminder

IMO, mentorship is one of the best ways to fast track your journey. So if you're a food entrepreneur of color that's exactly what Hot Bread Kitchen wants to help you do. Share this because you might know someone who'd love this type of mentorship. I know I would love a mentor in the hotel/food video production world.