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Join us online in celebration of Black History Month as we spend some family fun time learning how to approach a family ...
02/18/2022

Join us online in celebration of Black History Month as we spend some family fun time learning how to approach a family wealth mindset for 2022. Transform your perspective and gain the tools you need to fuel the financial future you and your family desire.
Join entrepreneur and social justice funder, David Sharp, for an enlightening session on“The Wealth Mindset: How to Approach Family Wealth."

Saturday, February 19, 2022
7pm-8pm
FREE EVENT

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Join us online Saturday, February 19, 2022 for some family fun time learning how to approach family wealth using the Sha...
02/17/2022

Join us online Saturday, February 19, 2022 for some family fun time learning how to approach family wealth using the Sharper Perspective of finance principles of the The Wealth Mindset. In this enlightening workshop, entrepreneur and social justice funder, David Sharp, will introduce harnessing our personal economic power and building a legacy for our family. This pioneering session is perfect for families, teens, college students, professionals, and business owners.
Let the Sharper Perspective of finance help you obtain the keys to revolutionize your mind and behavior, and to enhance your personal and family finances.

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Managing customer demand is all about keeping customers happy. To remain responsive to demand, your business must have a...
08/11/2021

Managing customer demand is all about keeping customers happy. To remain responsive to demand, your business must have a strong process in place to anticipate, validate and then fulfil future demand. Whether your business chooses a “made-to-order” or “made to stock” method, how you manage your operations to most efficiently supply products to your customer is critical. When you expect customers to place a huge order and the demand never materializes, invaluable working capital could become locked up in excess stock. Likewise, if you decide not to invest in inventory and the customer does commit to the order, fulfilling the demand in time could be a real challenge. By adopting a demand management strategy, your company can cost optimize its production, while maximizing customer service levels. UP Community Fund offers capital and resources to help your business manage growing customer demands and needs. We invest in high-impact companies with a mindset for growth and transformation. Learn more about our philosophy at www.upcommunityfund.com

Customer service is the golden key to any successful business and can effectively enhance a brand’s image. Going an extr...
07/22/2021

Customer service is the golden key to any successful business and can effectively enhance a brand’s image. Going an extra mile for your customers is a vital step to boost customer service. Showing that you care about your customers allows your customers to appreciate your services and want to continue to build a relationship with you. Receiving feedback from your customers is also essential to identify whether your business is meeting or exceeding your customer’s expectations. But be sure to take advantage of any negative feedback you may receive. Take it as an opportunity to turn your customer’s experience around. Addressing a complaint or bad experience shows customers that their voices are being heard and that each individual is a valued customer. UP Community Fund understands the importance of cultivating strong customer relations. We are client-centered, impact investors committed to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Learn how UP Community Fund empowers businesses and elevates communities by visiting www.upcommunityfund.com.

For the past 28 years, Towanda Scott, CEO of Staffwear Inc, has been in the business of providing not just uniforms but ...
06/30/2021

For the past 28 years, Towanda Scott, CEO of Staffwear Inc, has been in the business of providing not just uniforms but providing clothing for aspiring professionals to actualize their own career pathways. Like many entrepreneurs of color, entrepreneurship has not come at an easy cost, and she has described her journey as one filled with as many failures as successes. Scott approached several different loan funds to survive before partnering with the UP Community Fund. Since the partnership, Staffwear has exceeded over 1 million in sales and has hired four new staff who on average earn up to 15/hr. Scott states, “the funding gave us the confidence and cashflow to take on the larger customers as opposed to turning down contracts.” Upfront costs to purchase materials would have completely hindered Scott’s ability to accept deals, a reality for the company prior to receiving UP funding. Securing the funding accommodated her experiences as a black woman owned organization and giving her opportunities to continue to grow and scale the business.
UP Community Funds celebrates Towanda Scott at Staff Wear Inc as a successful female entrepreneur.

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Over the past two years, the funding from the UP Community Fund has been critical to the redesign and expansion of East ...
06/22/2021

Over the past two years, the funding from the UP Community Fund has been critical to the redesign and expansion of East Coast Transporters. Funding from the UP Community Fund has been critical to the company’s expansion and shift. Prior to partnering with the Fund, East Coast Transporters owned one truck and leased two. Since receiving the funding, they have purchased and now own 5 fleet vehicles, and are building capacity to provide freight hauling services for several major retailers. Funding has also eliminated the need to selffund the business, a barrier for many black owned small business owners. With the funding from UP Community Fund, the transportation company plans to expand its fleet by the end of 2021, creating new living wage jobs in an industry that can create careers.

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Removing barriers to accessing health care and mitigating the stigma of obtaining mental health services has been a crit...
06/15/2021

Removing barriers to accessing health care and mitigating the stigma of obtaining mental health services has been a critical focus for Jamison Consultants. The UP Community Fund was critical to the minority, woman- owned company, which had previously been denied funding from several traditional financial lending institutions. Partnering with the UP Community Fund has allowed Jamison to access the funding needed to scale their business model and offerings, expand their vision, and understand the dynamics of their business model through quality technical assistance. Jamison Consultants has since expanded to six new locations throughout South Carolina and Georgia and has brought on 15 new additional staff this year, including professionally licensed clinicians, social workers, and nurse practitioners. Jamison Consultants has seen a 50% increase in its revenue and after all expenses maintains a positive cash flow. UP Community Funds celebrates Jamison Consultants as a successful business in the healthcare industry. www.upcommunityfund.com

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Trading in corporate America for entrepreneurship has been a monumental step for the leaders at Bernard Irby. Since 2017...
06/08/2021

Trading in corporate America for entrepreneurship has been a monumental step for the leaders at Bernard Irby. Since 2017, the Charlotte-based minority-owned electrical contractor has experienced phenomenal growth and expansion across the Southeast region. The rapid growth of Bernard Irby is a combination of corporate experience, entrepreneurial savvy, and access to capital through their partnership with UP Community Fund. Prior to receiving funding, the company was denied loans from over 20 traditional financial lending institutions. The UP Community Fund has allowed Bernard Irby to position themselves as one of the largest black owned electrical companies in the Southeast US region. Within 3 years, the company has grown to over $10 million in revenue, acquired new office space, and purchased new trucks and electrical equipment.

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Sustainability in the supply chain is essential to deliver profitability in your business. Having a consumer-driven, ada...
05/21/2021

Sustainability in the supply chain is essential to deliver profitability in your business. Having a consumer-driven, adaptable supply chain is necessary to gain a competitive advantage. Adopt a consumer-centric approach to planning and forecasting. A fully sustainable supply chain is one that ensures socially responsible business practices. These practices are not only good for the planet, but they also support business growth. To achieve a sustainable supply chain, a company has to address environmental, social, economic and legal concerns across its entire supply chain. By taking a holistic approach, this reduces waste and environmental footprint, while also improving labor conditions and health and safety. Through equity lending, UP Community Fund looks upward and forward to what our clients can achieve with our resources and support. We want to be your partner on your journey upward. Contact us to today to explore how we can help you reach your goals. www.upcommunityfund.com

For a business to truly soar, its leadership must streamline as many inefficiencies as possible. Developing processes he...
05/19/2021

For a business to truly soar, its leadership must streamline as many inefficiencies as possible. Developing processes helps you identify and eliminate inefficiencies in the workplace. The first step to understanding where the inefficiencies lie within your operation is to examine and understand the flow of your business. Ask yourself if the systems in place cause things to flow at an efficient pace. Next is to identify any bottlenecks. Once you recognize the root cause of the inefficiencies, you must create a plan to remove them from your business. Consider replacing systems that are no longer serving your business and put a structure in place that allows your business to continue to grow and scale. With time, care and intentionality, your business will greatly improve and become more efficient. UP Community Fund wants to see small business owners, entrepreneurs of color, and women founders do business the right way. We provide access to capital and equip business owners with the necessary resources that produce an environment conducive for profitability. Visit www.upcommunityfund.com to learn more.

Join UP Community Fund tonight at 6:30pm for a FREE empowering Healthcare Industry Webinar where we’ll explore new marke...
05/19/2021

Join UP Community Fund tonight at 6:30pm for a FREE empowering Healthcare Industry Webinar where we’ll explore new market opportunities in the healthcare industry. Gain insight, network with industry peers, and most importantly identify ways of how to finance and grow your healthcare business.
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