Black Wall Street AVL’s GATE (Greater Access to Tourism Entrepreneurship) program has launched its innovative initiative, All for One, which aims to increase visibility and revenue for Black-owned businesses in Asheville by spotlighting one business each month.
This initiative is set to foster community support and encourage local spending in Black-owned enterprises, enhancing the local economy and supporting inclusive growth.
“Collaboration is one of our three core pillars,” J Hackett, founder of Black Wall Street AVL, explained. “With the ‘All for One’ initiative, we are moving from ideas to action, empowering our community to thrive together.”
The GATE program is a comprehensive 12-month initiative featuring two entrepreneurial retreats and monthly meetings. It provides direct support through cohort learning, coaching, referrals, and networking opportunities, specifically designed to prepare entrepreneurs for success in the tourism sector.
The program’s key outcomes include increased business revenue, job creation, and expanded hiring capabilities, directly contributing to the enhancement of Asheville’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. The GATE program sponsors include Duke Energy, Asheville Merchants Fund, and Community Foundation of WNC.
Black Wall Street AVL will kick off All for One at Romeo’s Vegan Burgers on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Everyone is invited to drop in between 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. at 640 Merrimon Ave., #203 in north Asheville to enjoy delicious vegan cuisine and support a local Black-owned business. A special meet and greet with the GATE cohort will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., offering a chance to connect with the entrepreneurs.
About Black Wall Street AVL
Black Wall Street (BWS) AVL is a Black business incubator dedicated to transforming entrepreneurial ideas into thriving businesses and fostering a supportive community for Black…
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