Innovate Hampton Roads, in partnership with Black BRAND, the Regional Black Chamber of Commerce for the Hampton Roads and Dan River Regions, has announced an exciting opportunity for new and emerging Black-owned businesses in Hampton Roads. The SURGE Community Business Academy will provide a 12-week program of experiential courses and hands-on learning to foster growth and development among these businesses. The academy focuses on helping participants strategize for maximum growth in an environment that fosters innovation and success. Information sessions will be held in Newport News, Virginia, and are designed to promote group economics through professional development and community empowerment. Black BRAND’s vision for these businesses includes creating scalable operations, employing qualified staff, and leveraging cutting-edge technology.
Introduction
By Tim Ryan
Exciting Opportunity for Black-Owned Businesses
Innovate Hampton Roads is thrilled to share an exciting opportunity for new and emerging black-owned businesses in our community. Black BRAND, the Regional Black Chamber of Commerce for the Hampton Roads and Dan River Regions, has announced SURGE Community Business Academy’s informational sessions. This 12-week academy has been designed to foster growth and development among black-owned businesses by providing experiential courses and practical, hands-on learning.
SURGE Community Business Academy
In the SURGE academy, participants don’t just work on their businesses; they are also guided to think, plan, and launch strategies for maximum growth. It’s a chance to immerse oneself in an entrepreneurial environment that’s dedicated to fostering innovation and success among our community’s black-owned businesses.
Information Sessions
These invaluable info sessions will be held at the Brooks Crossing Innovation and Opportunity Center in Newport News, Virginia, on August 8th and August 22nd, both at 6:00 pm. Interested individuals or businesses can attend by following this link.
Black BRAND
Black BRAND, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, signifies Business Research Analytics Networking and Development. They have a commendable mission to promote group economics through professional development and community empowerment. As the Black Chamber of Commerce, they’re committed to transforming our local, regional, and national community through unity, education, access, opportunity, and development.
Core Values and Vision
Their vision centers on assisting their members to create scalable businesses, employ qualified staff, and leverage cutting-edge technology. They aim to advance their partner’s missions by establishing valuable connections, anchoring our families and community in strong values, and allowing us to compete at a global level. Black BRAND’s core values include winning, innovation, integrity, humility, and a deep-rooted sense of community. They are committed to creating a new narrative for our businesses and families, recognizing that no one cares for our people like we do!
Conclusion
We encourage all new and emerging black business owners to take advantage of these SURGE Academy info sessions. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, network, and give your business the surge it needs to flourish. Together, let’s contribute to the collective success of our local economy and make Hampton Roads a hub for thriving black-owned businesses.
Question & Answer
What is the SURGE Community Business Academy?
The SURGE Community Business Academy is a 12-week program designed to foster growth and development among new and emerging Black-owned businesses in Hampton Roads. It provides experiential courses and hands-on learning opportunities to help participants strategize for maximum growth.
Where will the information sessions for the SURGE Academy be held?
The information sessions for the SURGE Academy will be held at the Brooks Crossing Innovation and Opportunity Center in Newport News, Virginia, on August 8th and August 22nd, both at 6:00 pm.
What is the mission of Black BRAND?
Black BRAND, the Regional Black Chamber of Commerce for the Hampton Roads and Dan River Regions, aims to promote group economics through professional development and community empowerment. They are committed to transforming communities through unity, education, access, opportunity, and development.
