Wednesday, Sept. 10 @ 11:30 AMEquip: Fund Your Business
Join us at the Little Rock Regional Chamber on September 10 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm for "Equip: Fund Your Business." This session will be a Lunch and Learn opportunity. Lunch is provided with your ticket.
What to Expect: Do you need funding to start a business or expand your operations? Are you interested in learning how to get a business loan? Want to learn more about small business grants? This session is designed to help you separate fact from fiction when it comes to business funding. We will cover specific loan programs and other financing options for both startup and existing businesses. Topics include business loan and guaranty programs, including SBA loans; microloans and grants; business funding challenges and barriers and how to overcome them. This event is open to everyone interested in learning about small business funding, regardless of race, sex, or other attributes.
Register: https://bit.ly/3Vl4bZb
Wednesday, Sept. 17 @ 11:30 AM
Funding Forward: Diversifying Revenue for Nonprofit Resilience
During this dynamic webinar, you'll hear firsthand from a powerhouse panel of experienced non-profit leaders who are driving impact and sustainability in their communities. Explore innovative strategies for diversifying revenue and building long-term resilience for your organization. Whether you're a seasoned non-profit professional or just getting started, this session will offer valuable insights, real-world examples, and actionable takeaways to strengthen your mission.
This event will be hosted live via Zoom. Once you register, you’ll receive the access link straight to your inbox.
Featured Panelists:
Sylvia Blain, Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance
Dr. Quinyatta Mumford, Village Public Health
Diane Stewart, Watershed Human and Community Development Agency, Inc.
Register: https://bit.ly/3VfjYZC
Tuesday, Sept. 23 @ 11:30 AM
Women Mean Business! Panel
Join us at the Little Rock Regional Chamber for an inspiring lunch & learn panel spotlighting some of the region’s most dynamic businesswomen!
Enjoy thought-provoking insights and real-world strategies as Tomekia Moore of the Arkansas Community Action Agencies Association, Inc. leads a powerful conversation with trailblazing panelists, including Dr. Tochi Amagwula Keeton, OBGYN of Healthwise Wellness and Gina Smith of Rock Region Consulting.
This high-energy event is part of the Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Month celebration happening all September long. Lunch is on us—just bring your appetite for knowledge and connection!
Don't miss this opportunity to network, learn, and be inspired!
Register: https://bit.ly/4mOCovW
Thursday, Sept. 25 @ 11:30 AM
43rd Annual MED Week Awards Luncheon
This year's Minority Business Awards Luncheon will be held on September 25th from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. as the premiere event of Minority Enterprise Development Week. This prestigious luncheon celebrates the diversity of the Little Rock Regional business community and will honor exceptional minority-owned businesses and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment to the community.
Register: https://bit.ly/4majQX7
Friday, Sept. 26 @ 12:00 PM
Final Friday
Representatives from various businesses gather at a Chamber member business and trade stories of who they are, successes and challenges they have experienced, and remedies found along the way. Members are allowed a few minutes each to share their unique stories and find connections with the group.
Meet our Host: American Taekwondo Associations, Inc.
This event is open to members and guests of members. Registration is required.
Register: https://bit.ly/4msnoEe
Tuesday, Sept. 30 @ 12:00 PM
Mid-Day Meet Up
Join us for #Midday Meet-Up at Star of India. A few of our Ambassadors will be on-site to greet you and network. Lunch is on your own, networking is on us.
This event is open to members and guests of members only. Registration is required so we can make sure that the restaurant is prepared. Come when you like and leave when you are ready.
Register: https://bit.ly/41MxjMI
Event Venue
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
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