November 30, 2023
Funding Strategies for Startups
Starting a small business with the goal to one day become a BIG business, is an incredible journey. One of the biggest challenges an entrepreneur can face, is connecting to the…
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November 30, 2023
Starting a small business with the goal to one day become a BIG business, is an incredible journey. One of the biggest challenges an entrepreneur can face, is connecting to the…
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The Arkansas MBDA Business Center is operated by Communities Unlimited and provides expert training and technical assistance that align with the Minority Business Develop Center’s (MBDA) strategic goals to support the growth of Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) through contracting, partnerships, joint ventures and subcontracting.
The Arkansas MBDA Business Center was officially launched in September 2022. Pam Reed was announced as the Arkansas MBDA Business Center Project Lead in October of 2023. Pam is experienced in planning, implementing, and monitoring programs. She has a strong background in providing one-on-one assistance to business owners. Pam is a dedicated leader, planner, and teacher. She is joined by Communities Unlimited’s Director of Entrepreneurship Cynthia Terry and Senior Management Consultant Dr. Marnell Love, MBA, Retired CPA, Ph.D., Ed. D. The Arkansas MBDA currently has (#) of clients.
Read the story of one of our clients, Delta Dirt Distillery.
Watch Harvey Williams, owner of Delta Dirt Distillery, in an interview with Partners for Rural Transformation
In August 2023, the Arkansas Minority MBDA Business Center and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) signed their official partnership marking another milestone for Arkansas’ first and only Minority Business Develop Center and bright future for this new but fast moving venture.