Minority Business Summit connects and empowers entrepreneurs, business owners
October 30, 2024
The Quad Cities Chamber held a Minority Business Summit, presented by Wells Fargo, on October 29 at the Hotel Blackhawk. With over 100 attendees, the event was designed to empower minority entrepreneurs and business owners.
"The Minority Business Summit exceeded all expectations," said James Porter, Vice President for Talent & Inclusion at the Chamber. "Participants gained essential knowledge, built meaningful connections and left feeling inspired and ready to reach new heights. This event showcased the strength and potential of our community, and we are excited to see how these new insights and relationships fuel growth and innovation within our community," he said.
Keynote speaker Dr. Kit Evans-Ford shared her founder's story: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Entrepreneurship. Throughout the day attendees networked and heard presentations on digital marketing strategies, navigating accounting challenges, leveraging technology and scaling and funding your business.
A panel discussion included insights from local, minority business owners.
