Across the United States, business is growing and thriving, with economic growth often concentrated in communities with diverse populations and established local business networks. However, economic opportunities aren't materializing equitably across underserved business sectors, including capital allocation, real estate development, and inclusion in thriving corporate ecosystems. In July 2022, CNBC reported North Carolina as the Number 1 Top State for business, yet alongside these favorable statistics, concerning data from Prosperity Now's "Road to Zero Wealth" report highlights significant wealth gaps in historically disinvested communities. These disparities stem from limited access to entrepreneurial resources, under-funding of local businesses, property ownership barriers, and insufficient tailored educational programs. This challenge extends far beyond North Carolina as a nationwide issue, where economic growth in areas rich with technology and business often doesn't reach the communities closest to them.

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Communities in historically underinvested areas, frequently situated near thriving business districts, face enduring systemic barriers where local entrepreneurs struggle to access growth capital, encounter property acquisition challenges, and have limited corporate sector opportunities. Without intervention, these wealth gaps could continue widening due to insufficient support for local entrepreneurs, limited business development resources, and shortages of community-tailored educational programs. We are here to change this narrative. Our goal is to break down these barriers and create opportunities for entrepreneurs in underserved communities to lead, innovate, and prosper. We're committed to ensuring economic success is inclusive and accessible, promoting fair access to resources, supporting real estate ventures, and enhancing educational opportunities for all.