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Entrepreneurs of color

Black communities saw a boost in entrepreneurship during the pandemic

by Andy Uhler
May 25, 2021
Black Americans were more likely to create businesses than whites, yet they are still underrepresented among entrepreneurs.
One reason for the surge in Black business formation could be that Americans have increased their understanding of historic inequality.
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Race and Economy

Inequities in venture capital hinder founders of color well beyond seed funding

by Kristin Schwab
Jun 3, 2020
They don’t just have a harder time getting initial funding. They also get less of it.
Backstage Capital founder Arlan Hamilton (right) speaks on a panel. Backstage invests in founders of color, women and LGBTQ entrepreneurs.
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