Kettering launches Minority Business Microenterprise Program
March 8, 2022
Kettering’s new Minority Business Microenterprise Program is a combination of technical assistance, networking opportunities and financial support for small minority-owned businesses in Kettering.
A micorenterprise is a business that has 5 or fewer employees, one of whom is the business owner.
The class series is:
- March 9: Interactive Business Plan Workshop
- March 16: Working with City Staff
- March 23: How to Attract Funding Sources
- March 30: Minority Business Owners Experiences & Panel Discussion
Classes are held 9 to 10 a.m. at the Kettering Recreation Center. Complete the entire series to get
- paid one-year membership to the Kettering Moraine Oakwood Chamber of Commerce
- 15 points added to any City of Kettering Business Loan and Grant application.
Complete 3 classes to be eligible to apply for a small grant between $500 and $5,000 to be used for:
- business equipment
- inventory
- necessary fixed assets
- marketing and business promotion
- other necessary business improvements
RSVP to [email protected] or 937-296-3342.
