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SUMMARY:APPLICATIONS OPEN | Strategic Growth Academy: Subcontracting & Supplier Diversity
DESCRIPTION:Strategic Growth Academy – Fall 2025 Applications Now Open\nApplications Open: September 3\, 2025Deadline to Apply: September 14\, 2025Theme: Subcontracting & Supplier Diversity \nThe Greater Houston Black Chamber is proud to announce that applications for the Fall 2025 cohort of the Strategic Growth Academy are now open. \nThis multi-week intensive training program is designed specifically to equip Black-owned\, growth-stage businesses with the tools and knowledge to pursue subcontracting opportunities in both public and private sectors. With a focused curriculum on certification\, compliance\, financial preparedness\, and competitive bidding\, the Academy empowers participants to become procurement-ready and more competitive in today’s evolving marketplace. \nLaunched in direct response to the City of Houston’s 2025 Disparity Study\, which revealed significant underrepresentation of Black-owned businesses in procurement\, especially in professional services and construction—the Academy addresses these gaps head-on with real strategies and wraparound support. \nWhat to Expect\nOver six weeks\, participants will engage in high-impact workshops\, mentorship\, and hands-on learning in the following areas: \n\nWeek 1: Understanding the Procurement Landscape\nWeek 2: Certification & Compliance Essentials\nWeek 3: Building Competitive Bids\nWeek 4: Financial Preparedness & Risk Management\n\nParticipants will also benefit from one-on-one feedback\, connections with prime contractors\, and insights from procurement officials across local and state agencies. \nProgram Benefits\n\nBuild capacity to compete for lucrative public/private contracts\nExpand your business network through direct connections with corporate and government buyers\nDevelop stronger business infrastructure and financial readiness\nGain recognition as a GHBC-certified business participant\n\nThis Academy is part of GHBC’s broader Supporting Our Success (SOS) initiative\, which delivers business education\, mentorship\, and technical assistance to small businesses in historically under-resourced areas. \nApply now and be a part of a movement designed to change the contracting landscape for Houston’s Black business community. \n			\n				Learn More & Apply Today
URL:https://ghbcc.com/event/applications-open-strategic-growth-academy-subcontracting-supplier-diversity/
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