Introduction to Black Connect's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

This session will highlight BlackConnect and its mission, which is to help Black entrepreneurs ascend to the next level by supporting them in attaining probono legal services, non-dilutive funding, and mentorship for their companies.
 
BlackConnect helped many black-owned companies, in particular, Sparc, which secured pro-Bono legal services from two top law firms, Foley & Lardner LLP and Foley Hoag; a few weeks ago, they paired the startup Plata with Kirkland & Ellis LLP for pro-Bono legal services.
 
Angela is the President and Co-founder of Black Connect. A business owner for almost 20 years, Angela is passionate about entrepreneurship and economic empowerment for Black Americans
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Blackconnect.org is the only national 501(c)(3) membership and chapter-based organization dedicated solely to eliminating the racial wealth gap in America by increasing the number and success rate of Black-owned businesses.
 
In addition to programs and services that facilitate business development, we advocate for equity and inclusion in spaces and opportunities that help our members gain exposure and increase sales and we provide our members with a tools-based business and social network that enables entrepreneurial activities and promotes the socioeconomic growth and empowerment of the Black community.
 
We encourage you to attend the Small Business Clinic that will be held on Thursday, May 30th at Kirkland & Ellis.  Black Connect’s Small Business Clinics are specially curated business mentoring networking events that provide participants with access to experts and professionals who provide pro bono legal advice, business strategy, and resources that are critical to the success of small businesses. Please select your areas of interest for the Small Business Clinic so that we can make sure to accommodate your preferences and connect you with the right people.
 
A flyer is attached. Feel free to share this event with other entrepreneurs and reach out with any questions.