IMPACT.

FUND.

GROW.

Supporting minority entrepreneurs
with business technical assistance
and funding readiness.

BUSINESS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Including digital technology integration, sales and marketing, financial management and accounting, human resources, management and leadership, and operational efficiency training.

FUNDING READINESS

Complete the program better prepared to seek and receive funding for your business’ future.

EMPOWERING MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES WITH THE TOOLS TO SUCCEED

The Minority Business Empowerment Program (MBEP) was created to fill long-standing wealth gaps to entrepreneurship and be a bridge to more equitable economies for our communities. Net worth drives economic opportunity, and one of the key drivers of increased net worth is entrepreneurship.

Southern Bancorp Community Partners designed the MBEP to increase the number of small businesses that are sustainable, resilient, and scalable across our market area. The program supports minority entrepreneurs with the ability to seek funding, improve operations, and ultimately grow their businesses.