Celebrating National Black Business Month with Dr. Nsenga Burton

Episode Title: Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/Celebrating National Black Business Month with Dr. Nsenga Burton Episode Video Link: In this episode of 'Need to Know,' Dr. Nsenga Burton discusses the significance of National Black Business Month, which takes place in August. She highlights the crucial contributions of Black-owned businesses to the U.S. economy, noting that approximately 3.12 million Black-owned businesses are generating $133.7 billion in total sales and employing 1.18 million people. Dr. Burton emphasizes the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses, particularly those owned by Black women, who have seen remarkable growth in entrepreneurship. She advises on various ways to support these businesses, including buying from them, attending community events, and sharing positive experiences on social media. The episode encourages a proactive approach to fostering the growth and sustainability of Black-owned enterprises.▶︎ In This Episode 00:00: Introduction to Need to Know00:23: Overview of National Black Business Month01:30: Historical Context of Black-Owned Businesses02:38: The Rise of Black Women Entrepreneurs03:45: Supporting Black-Owned Businesses05:40: Promoting Positive Experiences07:11: Conclusion and Upcoming Topics🔗 Resources Links and resources mentioned in this episode:🔔 Listen and Subscribe Listen to this episode and subscribe for future updates subscribe to A Black Executive Perspective podcast onYouTube PodcastsApple PodcastsSpotify PodcastsAmazon MusicOther platforms or by searching "TonyTidbit" if you like what we're doing and would like to support us, here's some ways you can help us continue the uncomfortable conversations that drive changesubscribe to our newslettergive us up to a 5 star review on Apple Podcastsshare an episode with a friend, family member or colleague🗣️ Follow @ablackexecfollow us across social media @aBlackExecLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterTikTokWhatsApp ⭐️ Follow @TonyTidbitfollow Tony across social media @TonyTidbitTwitterLinkedInFacebook This episode was produced by TonyTidbit ™ . Copyright © 2024 A BLACK EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced without prior written permission. For permissions, email [email protected] .