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@SmlBizMajority Thank you @smlbizmajority, @VenturizeOrg, @WBDC, @AEEquity & @ASBDC for not just making space for such crucial conversations but for all of the invaluable work you do to resource & advance the diverse business communities! #HispanicBizChat

Thank you to everyone who participated today! We hope you learned something new 🧐 #HispanicBizChat

@SmlBizMajority @TheMujerista A7: The SLB directory & network is also full of such inspiring Latino/x business owners that we are proud to get to celebrate and feature all year long! supportlatino.biz #HispanicBizChat

@SmlBizMajority A7: @TheMujerista is a digital-media publication/network making huge strides in Latina representation, challenging limiting stereotypes, empowering nextgen & celebrating all creating cultural impact! themujerista.com #HispanicBizChat

Final question! Q7: Tell us about a Hispanic or Latino entrepreneur who inspired you in the past year. #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

@SmlBizMajority A6: Policymakers should invest in opportunities that support the Latino/x business community, such as additional resources to ensure tools & capital are more accessible & equitable in addition to supporting nonprofit organizations that are on the ground. #HispanicBizChat

Q6: What are some solutions policymakers can take to better address these needs? #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

@SmlBizMajority A5: Venture capital is a key driver of business growth and scalability, yet Hispanic business owners, especially Latinas, have historically been unable to access these funding opportunities at the same rate as other entrepreneur groups. #HispanicBizChat

Q5: What is a common barrier Hispanic or Latino entrepreneurs face that should not be overlooked? #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

@SmlBizMajority A4: Business ownership empowers our community to forge our own paths towards opportunity and create generational wealth, so that our families not only survive but thrive. #HispanicBizChat

Q4: How significant is business ownership for Hispanic and Latino communities? #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

@SmlBizMajority A3: SLB was founded to promote initiatives & resources for Latino/x entrepreneurs across the US, offering a FREE business directory, grants, & hosts SLB Day, a community day of action celebrating the impact of Latino/x businesses. #HispanicBizChat supportlatino.biz

Q3: What are some key resources that can help spur and support Hispanic entrepreneurship? #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

@SmlBizMajority A2: They should also take a hard look at recruiting practices. Do you have talent that represents today’s reality in terms of diversity? If not, then the recruiting and promotion process should evolve. #HispanicBizChat

@SmlBizMajority A2: Businesses can also start with listening to diverse employees. What are their wants and needs? Can you address them with tangible actions? #HispanicBizChat

Q2: This year’s theme for #HispanicHeritageMonth is Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation. How can business organizations and technical assistance providers implement inclusive practices into their daily work? #HispanicBizChat

@SmlBizMajority A1: Hispanic entrepreneurs are a leading economic force – comprising the fastest growing segment of U.S. small businesses and contributing $2.8 trillion in economic output last year. #HispanicBizChat bit.ly/3Eg1iBP

Let's get started! Q1: Why is it important to recognize the contributions of Hispanic entrepreneurship? #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

@SmlBizMajority So glad to be here w/ @smlbizmajority, @WBDC & @ASBDC! SLB is a national community-led initiative shining a light on the significant economic contributions Latino/x businesses make & the positive impact they bring to all local communities & the U.S. economy.

It's Twitter Chat time! Welcome to all of our participants. If you are joining us today, please take a moment to introduce yourself and/or your organization. #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

STARTING SOON, 3:00pm ET Today: Join us, @WBDC, @SupportLatino and @ASBDC for a Twitter chat on Hispanic entrepreneurship #HispanicBizChat #NHHM

Mark your calendar: We're hosting a Twitter chat on 10/5, 3:00pm ET with @smlbizmajority, @WBDC and @ASBDC! Join the discussion about Hispanic entrepreneurship, use #HispanicBizChat

Cursos de negocios - gratis y virtuales! ¡Inscripciones abiertas! ecoextension.ucsd.edu/mi-universidad…

Invest in Latino Communities! pe.com/2022/09/24/let…

@donjulio is partnering with @alpfa to support Hispanic entrepreneurs with a grant. Up to five recipients will each be awarded a $20,000 grant, a five-year Gold membership to ALPFA, a digital business marketing package, and mentorship opportunities hhmfund.donjulio.com #jefe

"Hispanic progress is American progress." Thanks @claudiagonzalez of @WAAH_Foundation for the great summary of the celebration. foxnews.com/opinion/why-hi… #supportLatinobiz #HispanicHeritageMonth

Feliz Support Latino Business Day! Shop, Share, & Support your local Latino-owned companies! prnewswire.com/news-releases/…

Happy Black Business Month! Support Afro-Latinx Businesses here: supportlatino.biz/afro-latinx-ow… #BlackOwnedBusiness #latinxbusiness #supportlatinobusiness #mbe #BlackBusinessMonth