BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
EQUITY IN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Studies has shown that businesses operating in disadvantaged and underrepresented communities, especially Black-owned businesses often lack access to a supportive network including more experienced business mentors who can help them overcome challenges and obtain resources. LADYINC VENTURES™ believes in building supportive ecosystems for local businesses to thrive. Our top priority is bridging the equity gap in business development is to provide technical assistance to help businesses navigate complex systems and hurdle over barriers by giving them the tools they need to succeed. Ms. Sharpe has provided business technical assistance to numerous businesses. Our services range from basic business acumen to assisting businesses scale in growth based on each of their unique needs.
BUSINESS & NON-PROFIT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OFFERED:
Entrepreneurship Coaching & Training
One-on-one small business strategy coaching
Small Business Technical Assistance (including start up/capacity building)
Architectural design support (site plans, floor plans etc)
Organizational development
Non-profit Board development
Funding/Leveraging resources consulting
licensing/zoning consulting
Social responsibility planning consulting
BUSINESS CAPACITY BUILDING: Collaborated with an International, award-winning architectural firm, SmithGroup to assist a local business with a capacity-building exercise. This project resulted in the creation of an Active Streets dining design to scale up a local business to increase dining options and curb appeal.