LED Diversity in Entrepreneurship Initiative (United States)

Louisiana Economic Development, in partnership with the Edward Lowe Foundation, is launching the Diversity in Entrepreneurship Initiative to accelerate the growth of minority- and woman-owned businesses in Louisiana.

Category

Events

What They Offer

• Virtual kickoff retreat workshop to help develop and refine an overall growth strategy, identify strengths and weaknesses, and establish commitment goals.
• A unique peer-learning opportunity allowing participants to discuss pressing issues in a confidential environment.
• Business intelligence related to specific internal or external growth challenges via a team of highly skilled specialists.

Eligibility Criteria

• Company Location: The company must have its principal place of business in Louisiana.
• Annual Revenue: The company should have annual revenue between $600,000 and $50,000,000.
• Employees: The company should employ at least five but not more than 100 employees.
• External Markets: The company should deliver products or services to customers outside their local market or demonstrate the capacity and desire to do so.
• Lawful Function: The company must be organized for profit to perform a lawful, commercially useful function.
• Growth: Additional consideration will be given to companies that can demonstrate past and potential growth.
• Participant Profile: Participants must be a CEO, business owner, or key decision maker in the company.

Application Details

For more information and to apply, visit the Louisiana Economic Development webpage.

Donor Name: Louisiana Economic Development

Grant Size: Not Available

Source URL: LED Diversity in Entrepreneurship Initiative

Publish Date: 06-Sept-2024

Deadline Date: 30-Sept-2024

Country: United States