Small Business Development: Funder Learning Collaborative Meeting (In-Person)

Our next Small Business Learners Collaborative will be held in person at the Wagner Foundation. Join us for a powerful discussion among Massachusetts' Black, Latinx, and Asian American business communities. Key leaders from the legal and academic sectors will also share their experiences, insights, and strategies to strengthen the small business ecosystem.

Speakers include:

We’ll address the unique challenges and opportunities these businesses face and explore how the funding community can better support their growth. This event offers a valuable opportunity for meaningful dialogue, innovative solutions, and discussions on how to amplify the impact on small businesses owned by people of color in Massachusetts.

Together as a group of funders, we will identify needs, set shared goals, and develop strategies to enhance the support system for small businesses in Massachusetts. As a participant, you'll engage in discussions, share insights, and explore innovative solutions with fellow funders, both via Zoom and occasionally in person. Join us if your foundation funds in this area and you have the availability to attend regular Collaborative meetings (approx 6 per year).

Please feel free to reach out to the project manager for this collaborative, Karleen Porcena, if you have any questions.