On Saturday, the Atlanta Hawks and Chase engaged with five first-generation “Rookie Entrepreneurs” to empower them through educational workshops to enhance their financial health and understanding of business finances.
Following the workshops at the Chase Summerhill Branch, the organizations surprised the entrepreneurs with a fireside chat with Hawks’ center Clint Capela. The conversation focused on Capela’s journey navigating finances throughout his NBA career. After the fireside chat, Capela revealed that the Hawks and Chase would donate $5,000 to each small business offering further support for their ongoing growth and development.
“We are excited to partner with Chase to help support first-generation entrepreneurs,” said Hawks’ Vice President of DEI Impact and Strategic Initiatives, Alexis Roe. “Understanding the hurdles entrepreneurs encounter, we enthusiastically join forces with community partners to broaden access to vital information and support, aiming to create equitable opportunities and foster growth potential. We stand behind their triumphs, salute their perseverance and commitment, and empower them on their entrepreneurial path as they contribute to the prosperity of our Atlanta community through their business endeavors.”
Entrepreneurs attending the event included a diverse range of businesses from food and beverage to book publishing. The businesses include Cal Industries Heat and Air, Kronchy, Youth Authors Publishing, Minorities in Sports and MoreLyfe Juice. Each of the small business owners are first-generation entrepreneurs.
The event kicked off with lunch and networking for the entrepreneurs followed by opening remarks from Mathilda Lambert, Community Manager at Chase’s Summerhill Community Center.
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