Happy National Small Business Month

Our newsletter is back and we're getting straight to the point.

The newsletter is back with all the latest updates from the women on our business listing to opportunities and current news. You know we can't let you all go with sharing funding resources either! Let's get to it.

BWO BUSINESS LISTINGS OF THE WEEK

TALISA'S ON MAIN Talisa’s on Main is a wine bar that supports women-owned/led, BIPOC owned/led and veteran owned/led wine makers in Tauton, Massachusetts. Learn more HERE.

SPOKEN BLACK GIRL PUBLISHING Spoken Black Girl Publishing elevates the voices of emerging women of color writers to amplify mental health awareness in marginalized communities. Learn more HERE.​

OPPORTUNIties

We're consulting a number of events and businesses with vendor relations this summer, if any of the below opportunities interest you, sign up for our opportunity list to learn more about these specific opportunities:

• ​The Black Opulence Experience is looking for vendors who'd like to participate in their Rosé In The Garden event on June 29th. Sign up here to join our list of vendors. - Wheaton, MD \ 6.29.24.

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• The first of its kind, Black Woman Owned sneaker store focused on women is looking for all sorts of lifestyle products for their opening. apparel, art, beauty, jewelry, lifestyle items...we're looking at YOU! - Dallas, TX

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• ​Sky Soul Festival, featuring Anthony Hamilton, Doug E. Fresh, KeKe Wyatt, and Dru Hill are looking for product and food- based vendors as well as corporate sponsors. - Louisville, KY \ 8.10.24.

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BWO EVENTS TO KNOW

BLACK WOMEN INVEST Los Angeles, CA \ 5.24.24. The Black Women Invest Los Angeles Meetup welcomes investors of all levels! - From beginners to experienced, to those who are just curious. This is not your average investment group. This is a vibrant community where Black women come together to network and receive expert led financial trainings. This is your safe space to ask questions, share wins (and losses!), and build a powerhouse network of supportive queens. Learn what to expect HERE.

ROADMAP TO BILLIONS Brooklyn, NY | 5.16.24. This is the ultimate gathering of Black women tech entrepreneurs, where you’ll find the support and guidance you need to take your business to new heights. Don’t miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to network, learn, and access the workshops, resources, and tactical strategies that will empower you on your entrepreneurial journey. ​ Purchase tickets HERE.

BWO Businesses with Good News

​Kaylah Joseph has opened the first Black Woman Owned beauty supply franchise in Walmart; and it stocks her own hair care line, Laid Hair Care. The first location opened in Huntsville, Alabama. Who's ready for the all-in-one shopping experience?

​Nirvana Soul Coffee has opened their FOURTH location in the San Jose, California area! If you're on that side of the US we highly encourage you stop by and grab a cup.

​Vascano Tequila recently launched in Washington, D.C. As a proudly Black, LGBTQ, and Women-owned brand, Vascano was meticulously crafted with community at its core and a profound commitment to honoring our differences. You can now purchase their blanco tequila!

ReSOURCES

​Black Ambition has extended their 1 Million dollar prize competition to May 17th! If you are a business of at least two people, CEO included in the following categories, we suggest you APPLY:

• Consumer Products and Services
• Healthcare
• Media and Entertainment
• Technology
• AI