Social Responsibility Group
"Enriching The Lives of The Disenfranchised"
African American Incubation Program
The Social Responsibility Group in collaboration with the Alexandria Small Business Development Center is building supportive ecosystems for
African American owned businesses in Alexandria, Va.
Gloria Flanagan, Assistant Director
Philomena Fitzgerald, Program Services Coordinator
Lou Whiting, Pastor, Business Consultant
November 1, 2021
Removing barriers to business building for African American entrepreneurs.
African American business owners face business building challenges and access such as:
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Economic Barriers
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Market Barriers
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Social-cultural Barriers
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Institutional Barriers
Communicate to African American business owners relevant networks that can help support and promote their business.
Individual Guidance
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Startup – Viable concept, business planning, startup checklist, permitting requirements, financial projections, loan application
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Existing business – Problem solving, smart practices, professional contacts, HR expert, expansion planning / financing, government contracting
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Business Analyst consultations – Business planning, cash flow, financial projections, loan application prep, lines of credit, banking relationships, business valuation, exit strategy
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Expert Consultants (sign-up for sessions)
‒Social media
‒HR
‒Legal
‒Health Department
‒Nonprofit (legal and operational)
‒Federal and State contracting
Our Services
Alexandria SBDC and SRG will offer the following core services to our clients:
Alexandria SBDC and SRG will offer the following core services to our clients:
Business Basics
Advanced Business Services
Mentorship
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Creating a business plan
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Market Research
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Business presentation skills
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Incorporating a business
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Marketing support
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oBusiness management
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Managing day to day operations and preparing for success
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Maximizing technology in business
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Intellectual property management
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How to pitch investors and venture capitalists
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Other entrepreneurs
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Accountants
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HR professionals
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Attorneys
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Investors
Alexandria SBDC and SRG will offer the following core services to our clients: