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Join us for a special #CreditChat as we celebrate Black History Month! Let’s delve into the world of business credit and explore ways to support and invest in minority-owned businesses. This is an opportunity to learn, connect, and make a difference. Don’t miss out on this empowering discussion!
Topic: Black History Month: Let’s Talk Business Credit and Ways to Support and Invest in Minority-Owned Businesses
When: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 3 p.m. ET.
Where: Join the live hashtag discussion
The panel will include: Anthony Copeman: CEO of Financial Lituation and Equity is the New Black; Anthony Weaver: Founder of AboutThatWallet.com; Anna N’Jie-Konte, CFP®: President of Re-Envision Wealth and host of the Financial Powerhouse Podcast; April Stewart: Founder & CEO of April The Money Coach; Tiffany Grant MBA, AFC®, SHRM-CP: Financial Wellness Curator and Founder of Money Talk With Tiff; Beverly Harzog: Credit Card Expert, Bestselling Author, columnist and podcast host at BeverlyHarzog.com; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian; Jennifer White: Consumer Education and Advocacy Team, and Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
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Questions we will discuss:
- What is business credit, and why is it important for entrepreneurs to establish business credit?
- Why is it important to keep business credit separate from personal credit?
- What are some effective strategies for Black and minority-owned businesses to build business credit and how can they use it to secure financing for their ventures?
- What are some challenges that Black-owned businesses face when establishing and building business credit?
- Can you share any resources or educational programs that are tailored to help minority entrepreneurs establish their business and navigate the complexities of business credit and financing?
- How can consumers use their purchasing power to consume from and invest in Black-owned businesses?
- What ways can financial institutions and lenders better support Black-owned businesses?
- How can you find Black and minority-owned businesses to support?
- When it comes to business credit, what are some misconceptions or myths that minority entrepreneurs should be aware of, and how can they overcome these obstacles?
- How can we collectively work toward creating a more inclusive and equitable ecosystem for minority entrepreneurs to thrive and succeed in the business world?
Check out our complete list of upcoming personal finance Twitter chats here.