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In addition to funding, accepted businesses will participate in a retail workshop led by industry insiders, and receive guidance and support to keep owners on track with their goals. Isabel said the program isn’t just designed to help the businesses open, but to help them remain economically viable. “The most exciting piece for me is the retail workshop,” she said. “We’ll talk to them about banking, accounting, marketing and more.” From startups to established brands, all can apply Whether you’re a veteran business owner looking to expand with a location inside the Oaks Mall or a novice entrepreneur who recently started selling merchandise on Etsy, Isabel said all minority businesses are encouraged to apply for the Partner to Empower program. ....
Inclusivity is on the mind of Gainesville businesses this week, as the chamber of commerce launches a new initiative to advance equitable economic development and a large Gainesville-based employer announces new health care coverage aimed at helping couples of any orientation start families and provide care for gender affirmation. Here’s a look at this week’s business news: Chamber launches Inclusive Gainesville initiative The Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce last week launched Inclusive Gainesville, a community-wide approach to equitable economic development and inclusion. The initiative will focus on two core areas workforce development and supplier diversity. Local partners launching Inclusive Gainesville are Charles Perry Partners Inc., Infotech, the InterMed Group, North Florida Regional Medical Center, Oelrich Construction, Ology Bioservices and Porter Brown Associates. ....