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Metropolitan Economic Development Association

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Meda provides integrated, wrap-around services in the three areas all entrepreneurs need to succeed: Management Education, Money, and Market.

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Specialties

Access to capital, Advisors and consultants, African American or Black, Business strategy, Lending resources

Specialization

African American or Black

Stage

Early growth businesses (1-9 employees), Second stage businesses (10+ employees)

Language

Speaks English, Speaks Spanish

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Get connected to professional resources, tools, and guidance from business experts.

Upcoming Metropolitan Economic Development Association events

BIPOC Entrepreneurs day 2024

A high impact day filled with panel discussions, breakout sessions and an afternoon of networking (9 AM-3:30 PM).

 

MEDA coffee chat & mentor orientation winter 2025

Join us for a cozy chat over coffee and get ready to kickstart your mentoring journey this new year. Whether you're a seasoned mentor or new to the game, this orientation is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and learn more about how you can make a difference in someone's life. Don't miss out on this chance to connect, inspire, and grow with us!

 

MEDA lending essentials course

BIPOC entrepreneurs seeking to understand business lending, join this training to identify suitable funding opportunities, and grow your enterprise.