About this episode

Deborah Shariff discusses the challenges and successes of Black small business owners and relevant legislative history.

Deborah Shariff talks about victories and injustices faced by Black small business owners. Learn about the founding of the Congressional Black Caucus, the Business Opportunity Reform Act of 1988, and Minority Enterprise Small Business Investment Companies (MESBICs). Find out about services that will help you connect your business to government contracts.

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