The Chicago-based Visionary Has Transformed the
Lives of
Over 200,000 Black Women Business
Owners
through Unparalleled Access to
Capital, Training, and Resources
CHICAGO, Aug. 19,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This month marks a momentous
milestone for The BOSS Network, as it celebrates fifteen years of
unwavering commitment to uplifting Black women entrepreneurs.
Founded and led by the dynamic Dr. Cameka Smith, this organization has become a
beacon of hope and empowerment, providing essential support to over
200,000 Black women business owners nationwide.
As the number of Black women entering the world of
entrepreneurship continues to soar, access to capital remains a
critical hurdle. The BOSS Network (which stands for "Bringing Out
Successful Sisters") has dedicated itself to dismantling these
barriers through a robust array of initiatives designed to foster
growth and success. Highlights of their remarkable journey
include:
- The BOSS Impact Fund: A groundbreaking initiative focused on
investing in Black women-led businesses and equipping these
entrepreneurs to build scalable, high-growth companies. The fund
aims to secure investment funding for 500 Black women
entrepreneurs, driving economic empowerment and innovation.
- Invest in Progress Grant: In collaboration with the Sage, this
transformative program awarded $10,000 each and one year of business training to
85 Black women entrepreneurs, providing crucial financial support
to kickstart and expand their businesses.
- "Voices of Strength" Report: This pioneering study, in
partnership with Sage and Swoop, identifies the most prominent
challenges facing Black women founders in Atlanta, including a lack of access to funding
through grants and government resources, mentorship and the ability
to digitally scale their businesses for growth. The insights gained
led to the creation of the "Pathways to Success" training and
mentor program, designed to support 150 Black women entrepreneurs
in Atlanta.
- The Ladies That Lead Conference: This celebrated annual event
honors extraordinary women who have made significant contributions
to their fields. Past honorees include the Divine Nine Sorority
Presidents, Michelle Williams,
Tina Knowles, Beverly Johnson, and other luminaries. The
virtual conference will be held Saturday,
November 16th from 11am-2pm EST.
Reflecting on this remarkable journey, Dr. Smith shares, "I am
overjoyed to celebrate The BOSS Network's fifteenth anniversary.
Our mission has always been to empower and uplift Black women
entrepreneurs, and seeing the tangible impact of our efforts is
incredibly fulfilling. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Sage
Foundation and our corporate partners, whose support has been
instrumental in our success."
For more information, http://www.thebossnetwork.org.
About The BOSS Network
Founded by Cameka Smith, BOSS™ is an acronym for "Bringing
Out Successful Sisters," and the network's mission is to promote
and encourage the small business spirit and career development of
women. The BOSS Network is an online community of professional and
entrepreneurial women who support each other through conversation,
online, and event-based networking. To find out more about The BOSS
Network, please visit www.TheBOSSNetwork.org.
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