Posts Tagged "Bayview"

Building Businesses in Bayview

Posted by on Aug 3, 2010 in Entreprenuers | 0 comments

Building Businesses in Bayview

Recently, we had the chance to sit down with Lola Whittle.  Lola is the Director over at Renaissance Bayview helping emerging entrepreneurs realize their dreams in the Bayview. She is also a small business owner. OK, OK – full disclosure – she is a great friend, as well. Lola Whittle – Renaissance Bayview What is your favorite part of a typical day? Early mornings.  It’s when I’m at my best.  I particularly enjoy getting up and taking my dog for a long walk at Candlestick Park.  Our neighborhood is so beautiful.  I particularly love walking the paths along the water.  After that, I am charged and ready for the world. Which part of your job...

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Black History Month . . .

Posted by on Feb 15, 2005 in SF Business Services | 0 comments

Black History Month . . .

Image via Wikipedia In recognition of Black History Month, some facts about African American Women Owned Businesses. As of 2004, there are an estimated 414,472 firms owned by African American women in the U.S. employing nearly 254,000 people and generating $19.5 billion in sales. Between 1997 and 2004, the number of African American women-owned firms increased by 33%. Over one quarter (29%) of minority women-owned firms are owned by African Americans. 6% of all privately-held, majority-owned firms in the U.S. are owned by African American women. California is among the ten states with the greatest number of African American women-owned firms. In San Francisco, a...

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