{"id":1271,"date":"2023-06-26T12:07:03","date_gmt":"2023-06-26T19:07:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thepowerofinclusionmatters.com\/?page_id=1271"},"modified":"2023-06-26T12:07:03","modified_gmt":"2023-06-26T19:07:03","slug":"the-power-of-minorities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/the-power-of-minorities\/","title":{"rendered":"The Power Of Minorities"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\/*! elementor - v3.15.0 - 09-08-2023 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style>\n<h2>The <strong><font color=\"#FFBD5A\">power of minorities<\/font><\/strong> <\/br>can change the world.<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The<\/strong><strong> Minority Business Office of Colorado <\/strong>has a plan for your business to grow and have a social and economic impact on the lives of many people.<\/p>\n<style>\/*! elementor - v3.15.0 - 09-08-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2864\" height=\"607\" src=\"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1.png 2864w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1-300x64.png 300w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1-1024x217.png 1024w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1-768x163.png 768w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1-1536x326.png 1536w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1-2048x434.png 2048w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MBO_rgbblanco-1-600x127.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2864px) 100vw, 2864px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2>Discover <strong>the benefits<strong><\/h2>\n<style>\/*! elementor - v3.15.0 - 09-08-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#0c0d0e;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width,100%);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}<\/style>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/11-1.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/11-1.png 900w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/11-1-300x233.png 300w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/11-1-768x597.png 768w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/11-1-600x467.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/thepowerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/css\/custom-widget-icon-list.min.css?ver=1694442044\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBusinesses legally establish themselves\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBe eligible to apply for small grants of up to $1,200\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tApply for future programs of our office: Small Business Accelerated Growth program and Startup Loan Fund\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBecome part of the companies bidding for major contracts\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCertify yourself and your company and be more competitive\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/oedit.colorado.gov\/minority-business-office-of-colorado\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRegister now!<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Business development<\/h2>\n<p>Unlock the power of entrepreneurship with the expert guidance of The Minority Business Office (MBO). Harness your professional knowledge and ignite your business dreams. MBO empowers you to navigate the world of business with precision and purpose, paving the way for success and growth.<\/p>\n<h2>Certifications<\/h2>\n<p>MBE certification provides advantages such as bidding on contracts, accessing resources, visibility in directories, leveling the playing field, subcontracting opportunities, and collaborations with certified companies. While it doesn&#8217;t guarantee contracts, it increases chances of success in loans and government contracts.<\/p>\n<h2>Largest ethnic groups in <strong>Colorado:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<style>.elementor-widget-progress{text-align:left}.elementor-progress-wrapper{position:relative;background-color:#eee;color:#fff;height:100%;border-radius:2px}.elementor-progress-bar{display:flex;background-color:#69727d;width:0;font-size:11px;height:30px;line-height:30px;border-radius:2px;transition:width 1s ease-in-out}.elementor-progress-text{flex-grow:1;white-space:nowrap;text-overflow:ellipsis;overflow:hidden;padding-left:15px}.elementor-progress-percentage{padding-right:15px}.elementor-widget-progress .elementor-progress-wrapper.progress-info .elementor-progress-bar{background-color:#5bc0de}.elementor-widget-progress .elementor-progress-wrapper.progress-success .elementor-progress-bar{background-color:#5cb85c}.elementor-widget-progress .elementor-progress-wrapper.progress-warning .elementor-progress-bar{background-color:#f0ad4e}.elementor-widget-progress .elementor-progress-wrapper.progress-danger .elementor-progress-bar{background-color:#d9534f}.elementor-progress .elementor-title{display:block}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-progress-text{padding-left:10px}}.e-con-inner .elementor-progress-wrapper,.e-con .elementor-progress-wrapper{height:auto}<\/style>\n<p>\t\t\t\tWhite<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t67.5%<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tWhite (Hispanic)<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t14%<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tBlack or African American<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t3.94%<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tOther<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t3.89%<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tAsian<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t3.14%<\/p>\n<style>\/*! elementor - v3.15.0 - 09-08-2023 *\/\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}<\/style>\n<p>\t\t\t\t+<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t0<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t%<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOut of the population of the USA, a portion consists of minorities.<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t$<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t0<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tB<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMinority-owned businesses generated in the USA.<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t+<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t0<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYears supporting minority businesses<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t+<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t0<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tM<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOf minority-owned businesses in the country.<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t+<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t0<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tM<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Minority-owned businesses generated over 8.7 million jobs.<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t0<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t%<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOf businesses in the United States are minority-owned.<\/p>\n<p>Being part of this business adventure will allow you to participate in many business environments.<\/p>\n<style>.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d5d8dc;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d5d8dc;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}<\/style>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Business Foundations Technical Assistance Program<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This program provides technical assistance and small grants to Colorado small businesses to help businesses legally establish themselves.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Small Business Accelerated Growth<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The program provides online learning modules along with personalized expert consultation, and grants of varying amounts.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">International Trade Readiness for Small Businesses<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This program provides a peek into resources available through our partners at the World Trade Center Denver to reach international markets.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Colorado Startup Loan Fund<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This program provides loans to Colorado entrepreneurs and small business owners.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Minority Business Directory<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This directory is Colorado\u2019s most comprehensive database of certified minority-owned businesses.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/13-1.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/13-1.png 900w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/13-1-300x233.png 300w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/13-1-768x597.png 768w, https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/13-1-600x467.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Minority<strong> groups<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBlack Americans\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHispanic\/Latino Americans\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNative Americans\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAsian Pacific Americans\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSubcontinent Asian Americans\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWomen\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLGBTQ+\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/thepowerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/css\/custom-pro-widget-flip-box.min.css?ver=1694442029\">\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBlack Americans\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIn the rhythm of resilience, African Americans paint the canvas of history, blending their vibrant tones to create a symphony of strength and cultural brilliance through successful enterprises.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHispanic\/ Latino Americans\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLatino entrepreneurs infuse their passion and heritage into the fabric of the business world, creating prosperous enterprises that resonate with cultural richness, driving innovation and economic growth with &#8220;sabor y alegr\u00eda&#8221;.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNative Americans\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEntrepreneurs rooted in ancestral wisdom, nurturing enterprises that honor traditions, empower communities, and ignite economic growth, harmonizing heritage and innovation for a prosperous future.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAsian Pacific Americans\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCatalysts of innovation, their enterprising spirit transcends borders, shaping vibrant businesses that bridge cultures, fuel economic growth, and inspire a global tapestry of success.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSubcontinent Asian Americans\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMasters of entrepreneurial fusion, blending ancient wisdom and contemporary innovation, driving thriving businesses that redefine success with cultural richness and global influence.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWomen\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUnleashing their boundless potential, they shatter glass ceilings, weaving success stories in the fabric of business. With resilience and vision, they redefine industries, empowering generations to thrive and lead with compassion and strength. \t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLGBTQ+\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBreaking barriers, their rainbow-colored entrepreneurship creates inclusive spaces and progressive enterprises. With authenticity and pride, they redefine business norms, fostering innovation and empowering diverse voices, driving a vibrant and equal future.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2>Do you want us to guide you <strong>through the process?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/thepowerofinclusionmatters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/css\/custom-widget-icon-box.min.css?ver=1694442029\">\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe&#8217;ll accompany your fast business journey. Save time and let Diversity Matters guide you at every step.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWe know every corner and detail about these programs. We can simplify your process.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWith expertise in the US minority business landscape, we&#8217;ll be your right-hand on the path to success. From brand creation to marketing, we&#8217;ll support you at every stage.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2>Leave us your information and receive a detailed guide of the steps you need to follow to  <strong>become part of the program.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t<!-- Event snippet for Page view conversion page --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The power of minorities can change the world. The Minority Business Office of Colorado has a plan for your business to grow and have a social and economic impact on the lives of many people. Discover the benefits Businesses legally establish themselves Be eligible to apply for small grants of up to $1,200 Apply for [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_header_footer","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1271","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1271","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1271"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1271\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/powerofinclusionmatters.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1271"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}