Introduction to the Southeast Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Business Growth Hub
The Southeast MBDA Business Growth Hub team of universities and community-based ecosystem builders are constructing a regional, blended network of spaces, education pathways, engagement programs, and mentorship, with access to corporations, financing, and government programs. This cohesive, blended network will foster Minority Business Enterprises’ (MBEs) participation in programs to grow and scale their businesses. This effort is designed to overcome the limited participation of minorities in local innovation ecosystems while giving them access to a broader regional network of connections and experiences.
The Southeast MBDA Business Growth Hub is a pilot project that strives to blend the networks and innovation spaces, that support Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in eight southeastern states. It will weave a strong, intercommunity fabric of business support organizations, incubators and accelerators, state and federal organizations, corporate partners, universities, investors and other ecosystem partners to create a regional business growth hub.
