Small Business & Entrepreneurship Archives » Congressional Black Caucus Foundation » Advancing the Global Black Community by Developing Leaders Informing Policy and Educating the Public https://www.cbcfinc.org/publication-archive/finance/ Advancing the Global Black Community by Developing Leaders Informing Policy and Educating the Public Sat, 07 Aug 2021 19:31:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.cbcfinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-CBCF_shortcut-32x32.png Small Business & Entrepreneurship Archives » Congressional Black Caucus Foundation » Advancing the Global Black Community by Developing Leaders Informing Policy and Educating the Public https://www.cbcfinc.org/publication-archive/finance/ 32 32 Opportunity Zones: Assessing the Benefits of Empowerment for African Americans https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/opportunity-zones-assessing-the-benefits-of-empowerment-for-african-americans/ Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:58:01 +0000 https://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=9094 It is critical to examine the potential challenges and benefits OZs may have in African American communities and what policy considerations should be assessed to ensure realized benefit for the […]

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]]> It is critical to examine the potential challenges and benefits OZs may have in African American communities and what policy considerations should be assessed to ensure realized benefit for the residents in addition to the benefits afforded to investors.

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]]> Banks & the Black Community: What Can Major Commercial and Retail Banking Institutions Do to Better Support Black Entrepreneurs and Businesses in the U.S.? https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/banks-the-black-community-what-can-major-commercial-and-retail-banking-institutions-do-to-better-support-black-entrepreneurs-and-businesses-in-the-u-s/ Wed, 06 May 2020 14:13:42 +0000 https://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=8797 In light of the lagging progress surrounding black business ownership, the author(s) of this report were tasked with the responsibility of identifying the barriers that African Americans encounter at the […]

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]]> In light of the lagging progress surrounding black business ownership, the author(s) of this report were tasked with the responsibility of identifying the barriers that African Americans encounter at the business startup phase that help explain why the rate of business ownership among African Americans has grown so slowly.

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]]> Black Health and Black Wealth: Understanding the Intricate Linkages between Income, Health, and Wealth for African Americans https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/black-health-and-black-wealth-understanding-the-intricate-linkages-between-income-health-and-wealth-for-african-americans/ Fri, 04 Oct 2019 18:20:16 +0000 https://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=7323 There is a general understanding that health and income are related; and research on this relationship indicates that individuals with low levels of income have higher rates of chronic disease […]

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]]> There is a general understanding that health and income are related; and research on this relationship indicates that individuals with low levels of income have higher rates of chronic disease and are at an increased risk of premature death. It is easy to understand why income and health are correlated.

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]]> The State of Black Entrepreneurship in America: Evaluating the Relationship Between Immigration and Minority Business Ownership https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/the-state-of-black-entrepreneurship-in-america-evaluating-the-relationship-between-immigration-and-minority-business-ownership/ Wed, 01 May 2019 16:45:02 +0000 https://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=6381 This report examines the critical factors deemed essential for entrepreneurial success. Specifically, this report looks at the human and financial capital disadvantages Black Americans and other minority groups face when […]

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]]> This report examines the critical factors deemed essential for entrepreneurial success. Specifically, this report looks at the human and financial capital disadvantages Black Americans and other minority groups face when owning businesses.

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]]> Crowdfunding, Cryptocurrency, and Capital: Alternative Sources of Business Capital for Black Entrepreneurs https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/crowdfunding-cryptocurrency-and-capital-alternative-sources-of-business-capital-for-black-entrepreneurs/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 20:42:00 +0000 https://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=6165 This policy brief examines the traditional barriers that African American businesses encounter when seeking access to business capital, and how black entrepreneurs can use innovations in technology to overcome these […]

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]]> This policy brief examines the traditional barriers that African American businesses encounter when seeking access to business capital, and how black entrepreneurs can use innovations in technology to overcome these barriers, and start and grow their businesses.

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]]> 2018 EES VI – Detroit: A Tale of Two Cities – Issue Brief https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/2018-ees-vi-detroit-a-tale-of-two-cities-issue-brief/ Fri, 11 Jan 2019 16:36:56 +0000 https://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=6035 The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.’s (CBCF) Executive Economic Summit in Detroit, Michigan took place on May 7, 2018.

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]]> The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.’s (CBCF) Executive Economic Summit in Detroit, Michigan took place on May 7, 2018.

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]]> After Hurricane Harvey: Economic Lessons Learned and the Role of Business in National Disaster Relief Efforts https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/after-hurricane-harvey-economic-lessons-learned-and-the-role-of-business-in-national-disaster-relief-efforts/ Tue, 16 Jan 2018 21:28:51 +0000 https://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=5226 The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s fifth Executive Economic Summit (EES V) promoting minority access to capital takes place in Houston, Texas, on December 11, 2017. Entitled, “After Hurricane Harvey: Economic […]

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]]> The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s fifth Executive Economic Summit (EES V) promoting minority access to capital takes place in Houston, Texas, on December 11, 2017. Entitled, “After Hurricane Harvey: Economic Lessons Learned and the Role of Business in National Disaster Relief Efforts,” the series of discussions aim to raise awareness, inform policy, and provide examples of economic recovery and business solutions in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.

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]]> Fact Sheet: Black Women Business Leaders Navigating Access to Capital https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/fact-sheet-black-women-business-leaders-navigating-access-to-capital/ Sun, 29 Jan 2017 20:02:18 +0000 http://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=4334 African American women business leaders are changing the face of the global economy, helping to sustain job creation and economic growth. However, despite being a driving force in boosting the […]

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]]> African American women business leaders are changing the face of the global economy, helping to sustain job creation and economic growth. However, despite being a driving force in boosting the nation’s economy, black women entrepreneurs with highly competitive, sustainable and profitable businesses continue to face significant barriers in funding and leveraging resources to climb to up the ladder of capital access.

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]]> Policy Reform, Industry Accountability, and Strategies for Economic Security https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/policy-reform-industry-accountability-and-strategies-for-economic-security/ Wed, 25 Jan 2017 20:00:44 +0000 http://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=4306 This report examines African-Americans and the Consequences of Underfunded Pension Plans.

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]]> This report examines African-Americans and the Consequences of Underfunded Pension Plans.

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]]> Minority Access to Capital and Employment Fact Sheet https://www.cbcfinc.org/publications/finance/minority-access-to-capital-and-employment-fact-sheet/ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 15:56:39 +0000 http://www.cbcfinc.org/?post_type=publication&p=2585 Data, analysis, and recommendations for improving Minority access to capital and gainful employment, prepared by the CBCF Center for Policy and Research.

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]]> Data, analysis, and recommendations for improving Minority access to capital and gainful employment, prepared by the CBCF Center for Policy and Research.

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