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2.25.2021 -

JPMorgan Chase Commits $350 Million to Grow Black, Latinx and Women-owned Small Businesses

JPMorgan Chase announced a new $350 million, five-year global commitment to grow Black, Latinx, women-owned and other underserved small businesses, help address the racial wealth divide through the Entrepreneurs of Color Fund.

Tranquil Clinical Research staff pose in front of their tent at a community outreach event
From National LISC:
9.07.2023 -

This Company’s Life-Changing Clinical Trials for People of Color Get a Boost from LISC

The COVID-19 pandemic and gaps in recent drug breakthroughs have highlighted the need for representation in clinical research. LISC’s supplier diversity effort is helping drive economic and healthcare equity by supporting innovative businesses behind essential technologies and products. Thanks to financing through the Abbott-LISC Initiative to Support Diverse Businesses in Health, Tranquil Clinical Research can …

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From National LISC:
7.18.2023 -

With Help from LISC and Abbott, New York-based Ubiquitous Preferred Services Capitalizes on Opportunities for Growth

More companies are looking to increase employee retention through upskilling, retooling and fostering a culture of belonging. Entrepreneur Ibrahim Jackson wants to harness this momentum to grow his people development firm, Ubiquitous Preferred Services, but first he needs access to capital, which has long been a challenge for Black entrepreneurs. Thanks to financing through Abbott …