FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Join Us for the Taking Flight Pitch Competition – A Celebration of Black Women Entrepreneurs in Contra Costa County!
Contra Costa County, CA – The Taking Flight Pitch Competition, hosted by the Equity for Black Women & Girls initiative, is set to empower, uplift, and showcase the resilience and innovation of Black women entrepreneurs in our community. On Saturday, December 7th, from 10AM-4PM at CoBiz Richmond (1503 Macdonald Ave., Richmond CA), these dynamic businesswomen will pitch their business ideas in a “Shark Tank”- style competition, where everyone receives support, guidance, and access to funding to help them soar.
The Taking Flight Pitch Competition celebrates the achievements of participants in the Sistas SOAR (Success Opportunities Apprenticeship Resilience) program, a 24-week incubator powered by partnerships with Chase Minority Business and Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center. During this intensive program, participants engaged in workshops, gained valuable skills, and prepared their businesses for success. This year, thanks to an expanded curriculum that includes branding, we anticipate doubling the number of Black women-owned businesses we support.
Last year’s inaugural Sistas SOAR event awarded $1,000 to each of our 14 participants, with additional prizes of $5,000 for first place, $3,500 for second place, and $2,000 for third place.
This year, we aim even higher! We will have over 20 participants in our contest on December 7th, join us in supporting our 20 newest Contra Costa entrepreneurs! Our mission is to ensure Black women and girls are seen, heard, valued, and served in Contra Costa County, and we invite the media and community to join us in celebrating these incredible entrepreneurs as they take flight.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
- Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: CoBiz Richmond, 1503 Macdonald Ave., Richmond CA
- Tickets are $25 – Purchase tickets today
Why Attend?
- Be inspired by the resilience and ingenuity of these women who have completed the 24-week Sistas SOAR program.
- Witness the pitch competition as participants present their business visions to a panel of judges, demonstrating their growth and innovation.
- Engage with community leaders, sponsors, and mentors committed to advancing equity and opportunity for Black women in business.
- Join us in celebrating the achievements of Black women entrepreneurs who are making a significant impact in Contra Costa County.
Let’s come together to recognize, support, and celebrate these outstanding women. Join us as we take flight towards a future where Black women-owned businesses thrive!
Media Contact: Rosalind Welch, Sr. Director Marketing – rwelch@richmondcf.org – (510) 234-1200 ext. 104
Event Contact: Taylor Sims, Sr. Director Equity for Black Women and Girls – tsims@richmondcf.org – (510) 234-1200 ext. 700
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We are also seeking sponsors for the event. Please be a part of this wonderful celebration. Sponsorship Information.