Tabla de contenidos para October 2023 en ScoopVizion

NEW YORK, NY, September 2023 —Dealing with the aftermath of a blunder can be painful. Mistakes are messy, embarrassing, costly, and, above all, prove that we are not perfect. But Robert L. Dilenschneider says perfection should not be what we are striving for in our careers anyway—in fact, it’s a fallacy. If we’re taking risks, as we should, we will make mistakes… the key is to make them the right way. “First, forget the idea that mistakes are ‘bad,’” says Dilenschneider, author of Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestseller The Ultimate Guide to Power & Influence: Everything You Need to Know. “Actually, they are crucial. If there are no mistakes in a company, then no one is taking a risk, and innovation will atrophy.” Many of the most successful…

PHILADELPHIA, October 4, 2023 – Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson (At-Large) hosted an event in celebration of the 39th annual Philadelphia Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week. The event, titled “Unlocking the Path-A More Equitable Philadelphia,” was in partnership with Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson (2nd District) and provided small and diverse entrepreneurs the opportunity to learn how they can do business with the Navy Yard and the Philadelphia Water Department. During the event, the Philadelphia Water Department discussed contracting opportunities available for the City of Philadelphia’s Water Revitalization Plan. The Water Revitalization Plan is Philadelphia’s 25-year plan to upgrade and strengthen the city’s essential drinking water infrastructure. “I was so pleased to host yet another successful event for MED Week in the City of Philadelphia,” said Councilmember Gilmore Richardson. “We know that small…

PHILADELPHIA, September 30, 2023 – Community College of Philadelphia celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Career and Advanced Technology Center (CATC) in West Philadelphia. Community members, students, and College faculty and staff filled the center for the celebration. Attendees enjoyed free food from local businesses, heard from College leadership, toured the state-of-the-art facility, and learned about education opportunities at the CATC. The celebration recognized the first anniversary of the center, which officially opened for classes on Sept. 6, 2022. Since then, more than 700 students across credit and non-credit programs have attended classes at the facility. Speakers included Dr. Donald “Guy” Generals, College president; Jamie Haberle, Central City Toyota general manager; Joshua Rhule, a second-year student in Toyota T-TEN (Technician Training and Education Network); Harold T. Epps, College Board of…

MaDookz, the beloved minority-owned food service and catering business, is thrilled to announce its expansion into Mainline, Pennsylvania, with the launch of "Mary on the Mainline." Now, residents of this vibrant community will have the chance to savor the same delectable desserts and catering services that have captivated food enthusiasts throughout Philadelphia. A Remarkable Journey of Perseverance Behind this remarkable expansion is the inspiring story of Mary Muse, affectionately known as "Ma-Dookz." Her journey from adversity to triumph is not just about culinary excellence; it's about resilience and the indomitable human spirit. Mary's life took a dramatic turn when she was hit head-on by an alleged intoxicated driver, leaving her with severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Facing the aftermath of this life-altering accident, Mary lost her job…

The mindset of an Urban Networker is characterized by a relentless focus on a chosen course until achieving success. The Urban Networker mindset is driven by the belief that success comes from staying committed and dedicated to a specific path rather than constantly switching directions or pursuing multiple endeavors simultaneously. Urban Networkers understand that success requires a singular, unshakable vision and the ability to navigate the challenges and uncertainties of the business world. They recognize the importance of building a strong network and engaging in strategic networking activities to obtain the necessary resources and opportunities. By adopting a mindset that prioritizes focus, Urban Networkers can cultivate discipline, resilience, and determination. In today's fast-paced world, it is easy to get distracted and lose focus. This is especially true when networking in…

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2023/PRNewswire/ -- At a time when suspicion, intolerance, and virulent rhetoric tear at the fabric of our society, The Black Women's Agenda, Inc. (BWA) is embracing inclusivity. At its 46th Annual Symposium Town Hall & Awards Luncheon, the organization saluted celebrities, elected officials, and leaders in the health, education, and business arenas--pursuing a more perfect union. It also encouraged more than 1,500 participants and supporters to tear down the walls of fear, doubt, and insecurity that surround themselves and their communities and open themselves up instead to opportunities to seek common ground and establish an environment where everyone can thrive. "The United States is the most diverse nation on earth, and that is its superpower," said BWA President Gwainevere Catchings Hess. "A more perfect union requires the talents,…

Some people learn how to be a boss, and others have a natural inclination towards being one. However, there are a select few who offer guidance on becoming an entrepreneur, and Chantel Price is one of those individuals. Born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia, Chantel began her entrepreneurial endeavors at a young age, offering to complete homework assignments and projects in exchange for payment, as well as making and selling bags of snacks to fellow students. So, while other kids were most likely hanging out for fun, she was already getting a foothold in owning and running her own business. On top of her scholastic hustle, Chantel expanded her knowledge through dance. She has studied several dance forms, like jazz, ballet, and tap, since she was 6-years-old. So, while attending…

DALLAS, October 12, 2023 – T.D. Jakes Foundation announced it received a $250,000 grant from Truist Financial Corporation through its Truist Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund at The Winston-Salem Foundation. The grant will support T.D. Jakes Foundation’s PATHWAY program, which seeks to support individuals in their journey toward family-sustaining careers and further support the program’s economic mobility and empowering of diverse job seekers. "We often see people from underrepresented communities do not know where to begin in a job search or do not know the resources that might be available in a career transition," said Kelley Cornish, CEO of T.D. Jakes Foundation. "Grants like this allow us to facilitate job training and improve our PATHWAY technology to reach more job seekers. We are grateful to Truist for the contribution and…

October 5, 2023--TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, announced its first-ever Mission Related Investment (MRI) of $5 million to Innovate Capital Growth Fund (ICGF) – the first equity investment made by the Foundation. ICGF is a new non-profit sponsored Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) focused on providing growth equity to minority and women-owned businesses in the Mid-Atlantic, with a focus on the Greater Philadelphia area. To date, the Foundation is the fund's largest financial institution investor. "The TD Charitable Foundation is thrilled to be investing in a fund focused on helping to grow and strengthen minority and women-owned small businesses of Philadelphia and the Mid-Atlantic region," said Shelley Sylva, Head of U.S. Corporate Citizenship at TD Bank. "This investment is particularly exciting because it's the first…