Every day at noon June 21-25 your Fort Worth Public Library hosts a 1-hour program promoting information and resources that support women- and minority-owned businesses. We’re pleased to partner with Texas Woman’s University Center for Women Entrepreneurs and the Fort Worth Diversity and Inclusion department’s Business Equity division.Â
June 21
Introduction to the TWU Center for Women Entrepreneurs
Tracy Irby, Director of the Texas Woman’s University Center for Women Entrepreneurs, will provide an introduction to the organization, an overview of the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, and the role of women entrepreneurs in North Texas.
June 22
Business Equity Resources in Fort Worth
Fort Worth Director of Diversity and Inclusion Christina Brooks will introduce the new Business Equity division which supports minority and women business enterprises and works to close racial and gender gaps in City contracting and procurement. Cheryl Jones will outline the many resources and tools provided for minority and women owned business in Fort Worth.
June 23
Funding Options for Women in Business
Tracy Irby from the TWU Center for Women Entrepreneurs will present on funding opportunities especially for woman-owned startups and businesses.
June 24
Free Business and Consumer Research Tools
Tracy Dickerson, Sr. Librarian will present on using the Library’s Reference Resource to research consumers, demographics, and existing and former businesses locally and across the country.
June 25
Small Steps to Start a Business
Tracy Irby from the TWU Center for Women Entrepreneurs will provide a roadmap for women considering or preparing to start a new business.
