The Black-White Gap in Business Ownership
In a country that touts free-market enterprise, it is ironic that black-white inequality in business ownership and business capacity is more extensive than all other […]
Minority Business
Minority Firm Employment Growth – -A Cup Half Full
Imagine walking in and airport as fast as you can to get to your departure gate. As you walk you happen to be shoulder to […]
For Black-owned Firms, Government Contracting Matters
Historically, Black-owned businesses have been more dependent upon local, state and federal procurement than have businesses of other groups. However, government contractors have experienced a […]
Black Firms Lag in Capacity Growth
Over the last quarter century, the number of Black-owned businesses has grown at a record pace – nearly four times the rate of white-owned businesses. […]
Black Firms Lag in Capacity Growth
Over the last quarter century, the number of Black-owned businesses has grown at a record pace – nearly four times the rate of white-owned businesses. […]
The Rising Economy Tide is Lifting all Boats, Except Black Businesses
Most key economic indicators are positive. Although the Labor Department’s January Jobs Report did not show stellar job growth during the month of December, the […]
Black Businesses fell behind during Recession and Recovery (7/14/15)
The economy is performing well, but the rewards of growth are not evenly spread. As a result, attention is shifting from concern over whether enough […]
Black and Latino Businesses can Help Close the Racial Employment Gap
Black unemployment is 14.1% and Latino unemployment is 10.7%. One way the government can help reduce unemployment among blacks and Latinos is by promoting business development among the groups.
Black, Latino and Asian-Owned Small Business Capacity
To build greater capacity firms must reach reach Stage III growth. Only 14% of the non-minority-owned firms have done so, 12% of Asians, 11% of Latinos and just 6% of black businesses.
Latino, Black and Asian Firm Capacity & Mentor Protégé Programs
Two major challenges that are facing minority businesses are building greater capacity and improving management efficiency. Corporate mentor protege programs can assist in this regard.