Unlocking Pathways to Wealth: M&As for Black Women Entrepreneurs
Empowering Black Women Entrepreneurs through mergers & acquisitions (M&A) in the retail sector to address barriers like limited capital, scalability, and strategic support. Featuring Maya Johnson's M&A journey, industry-specific challenges, key takeaways, and action steps for building a supportive ecosystem. Join the webinar to learn more!
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UNLOCKING PATHWAYS TO WEALTH: MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS FOR BLACK WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3 | 2:00 3:00 PM ET
SOME QUICK HOUSEKEEPING This webinar is being recorded and will be mailed to registrants and available online within one week All webinar attendees are muted to ensure sound quality Ask a question or share your thoughts anytime by typing into the text box of your GoToWebinar Control Panel If you experience any technical issues, email gotomeeting@prosperitynow.org
INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY Empowering Black Women Entrepreneurs Through M&A Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) - A promising tool for wealth-building for Black women entrepreneurs in the retail sector, addressing barriers like limited capital, scalability, and strategic support.
MAYA JOHNSON M&A JOURNEY Business Owner of Nourish and Glow Loyal local customers Business at a Crossroads
THE FOUNDATIONS OF READINESS Early Planning Business Independence Financial Readiness Scalability
INDUSTRY INDUSTRY- -SPECIFIC CHALLENGES SPECIFIC CHALLENGES Cultural Competence Supply Chain Volatility Industry Fragmentation
MAYASS M&A RESULTS Increased Market Share Operational Independence Intergenerational Wealth
ACTION STEPS AND POLICY SUPPORT Building a Supportive Ecosystem - For Support Organizations (ESOs/BSOs): - Create step-by-step acquisition readiness programs o Train staff on M&A, valuation, and financing o Establish culturally informed mentor networks o Policy Recommendations: Use Special Purpose Credit Programs (SPCPs) for flexible financing - o Participate in tax incentives and grants for M&A o Why It s Needed: - Address systemic barriers to ensure equal access to capital and opportunities o
Poll Question #1: What are the biggest challenges Black women entrepreneurs face in pursuing M&A opportunities? Limited access to capital Lack of mentorship & networks Limited access to resources Restrictive policies & banking requirements
UNLOCKING PATHWAYS TO WEALTH: MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS FOR BLACK WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS
Poll Question #2: How can technology best support you in pursuing M&A opportunities? Access to vetted, relevant resources Streamlining and filtering information to meet personalized needs Enhancing credit readiness Identifying capital resources and/or businesses for sale in your region
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Were so glad you joined us today! If you want to continue the conversation: Download the report, Mergers & Acquisitions: A Pathway to Wealth-Building for Black Women Entrepreneurs in Retail," here. Join Prosperity Now's Financial Security Network to stay informed and up-to-date. Please take a moment to fill out the post-webinar survey. Your feedback is valuable to us! Join Change Machine s SHARE group to swap & discuss resources year-round (you ll need to create a free account to access) Stay tuned for further learning opportunities!
