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Durham, NC

Catalyzing Black-centric entrepreneurial ecosystems through Black Wall Street Forward

June 9, 2022 | By

Michelle Benham

Durham based nonprofit Forward Cities today announced a $400,000 grant by Truist Foundation to support the launch of the Black Wall Street Forward program, a narrative change initiative to...

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Passing the Flame in Baltimore

June 6, 2022 | By

Megan North Shuford

The Black Butterfly Network in Baltimore is doing incredible things and we are here for it! On Sunday, April 24, 2022 a special “Passing the Flame” gathering took place...

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Reflections From Westmoreland County, PA

June 2, 2022 | By

Hassan Bazzi

What was clear two years ago, and again during this week's visit, is that the real assets in each of these communities are the people. Our work has helped...

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When SCN Comes to Town, Ecosystems Are Made Stronger

May 31, 2022 | By

Deryle Daniels

Three letters describe the Startup Champions Network Spring 2022 Summit: WOW! With ecosystem leaders from across the United States descending on the Triangle region of North Carolina, we could...

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