How to Grow Your Small Business: Tips for Leveraging Small Business Month
Celebrated in May, Small Business Month honors the pivotal role of 33.2 million businesses in fueling the U.S. economy, employing nearly...
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May 71 min read
Celebrate Mom this Mother's Day with Black Girl Ventures
Looking for the perfect gift for the amazing Black mom in your life? Look no further than Black Girl Ventures' Mother's Day Gift Guide!...
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May 13 min read
The Intersection of Identity & Success: Why Mental Health Support is Crucial for Black & Brown Women Entrepreneurs
The relentless drive of the entrepreneurial world makes prioritizing mental health more crucial than ever. However, the challenges faced...
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Apr 252 min read
Building a Strong Financial Foundation with Dr. Sharita Humphrey
National Financial Literacy Month is here, and award-winning business and financial literacy coach Dr. Sharita Humphrey recently shared...
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Apr 245 min read
4 Key Wealth-Building Strategies For Underserved Entrepreneurs
Building generational wealth for Black and Brown women entrepreneurs goes beyond merely increasing income; it's about crafting a...
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Apr 222 min read
Introducing the Dynamic 2024 BGV Emerging Leader Fellows!
We're thrilled to announce the incredible women who make up our 2024 BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship (ELF) program! This year, we're...
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Apr 164 min read
Learning the Art: Negotiation Skills for Women Entrepreneurs
Negotiation is a critical skill for women entrepreneurs. By harnessing their inherent strengths, such as collaboration, communication,...
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Apr 94 min read
Financial Literacy 101: Everything You Need to Know
What is financial literacy? It's the cornerstone of empowering individuals to make informed financial decisions, encompassing skills...
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Apr 91 min read
And the Winners Are...The 2024 Innovate Together Grant Recipients Announced!
We're thrilled to reveal the recipients of the 2024 Innovate Together Grant, awarded in partnership with TikTok! Early this year, we...
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Mar 292 min read
Breaking the Grind: BGV's Omi Bell Champions Rest with Bold Sabbatical
Omi Bell, our passionate CEO and founder of Black Girl Ventures (BGV), a nonprofit empowering Black and Brown women entrepreneurs, has...
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Mar 212 min read
Black Girl Ventures Awarded $2 Million Grant from Lever for Change
We are thrilled to announce that Black Girl Ventures (BGV) has been selected as a recipient of a generous $2 million grant from Yield...
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Mar 203 min read
The Powerful Ripple Effect of Black and Brown Women in Business
Black and Brown women are not just starting businesses at an impressive rate. They're transforming the landscape of entrepreneurship....
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Mar 152 min read
From MMA Fighter to Food Critic: How TikTok Minted Keith Lee into a Culinary Star
Forget Michelin stars and white tablecloths – the new wave of food authority resides on TikTok, and Keith Lee is its reigning king. No...
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Mar 132 min read
From Heartbreak to Hashtag Hero: How TikTok Empowered Reesa Teesa
Being vulnerable online can be daunting, but for Teresa Johnson, better known as Reesa Teesa on TikTok, it became the key to unlocking a...
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Mar 82 min read
Celebrating Women's History Month: Black Women VCs Driving Change
This Women's History Month, we're spotlighting the achievements of Black women venture capitalists who are breaking down barriers and...
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Mar 72 min read
TikTok: A Game Changer for Businesses and Creators
Gone are the days when a strong online presence solely relied on established platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Today, TikTok, the...
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Mar 12 min read
Night of a Thousand Pitches: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Through the Virtual Stage
BGV, in partnership with TikTok, is proud to announce a first-of-its-kind event, the Night of a Thousand Pitches, in honor of Women's...
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Feb 289 min read
Stepping Aside to Step Up: Why Vanessa McDowell-Atlas' Move to BGV's COO Role is a Power Move for Black & Brown Women
Vanessa McDowell-Atlas, former CEO of YWCA Madison, isn't your typical leader. With a deep-seated commitment to her community and a...
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Feb 162 min read
From Hustle to Empire: BGV WAYN Series Showcases Triumphant Journeys of Black & Brown Women Founders
Calling all aspiring moguls and seasoned bosses! Black Girl Ventures (BGV) has launched a brand new series, WAYN: Where Are They Now?, to...
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Feb 122 min read
Fueling Creativity: How the BGV x TikTok Grant Program is Redefining Success
In the landscape of entrepreneurship, collaboration and innovation are paramount, especially for underrepresented communities striving to...
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