Launch event on January 20th, 2021 for 5x5x5x5 program

Join us for the virtual launch event of the 5x5x5x5 program on January 20th, 2021 9:00am-10:00am Eastern. RSVP free via Eventbrite.

Event information:

100Knoxville launches the 5x5x5x5 program to grow Black-owned businesses

About this Event

Inspired by The 800 Initiative in Memphis, 100Knoxville has set a goal of increasing the revenues of Black-owned businesses in Knox County by $10 million in 5 years. To kick off the initiative, it is launching the 5x5x5x5 program: 5 companies, 5 mentors, 5 weeks, $5K grants.

Learn how you can apply, volunteer as a mentor or help support. Hear testimonies and lessons learned from City of Memphis officials and entrepreneurs.

Speakers (subject to change):

• Mayor Jim Strickland, City of Memphis

• Joann Massey, Director of Compliance, City of Memphis

• Brandon Bruce, 100Knoxville

• Nadim Jubran, Vice Chair, Entrepreneurship/Small Business Council, Knoxville Chamber

• Memphis-based entrepreneurs

Funding provided in part by: