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GABAWorks is a virtual business support platform designed to equip African and Caribbean entrepreneurs in the United States with the tools, mentorship, and strategic knowledge needed to move from survival to scale. Delivered entirely online, the program is flexible, self-paced, and culturally grounded — meeting founders where they are while helping them strengthen operations, workforce readiness, and long-term growth strategy. Through curated business coaching modules, peer networks, and practical expansion resources, GABAWorks is building a pipeline of prepared, competitive entrepreneurs who are positioned to contribute meaningfully to local economies and international trade corridors. Accessible anywhere and powered by The GABA Foundation, this initiative reflects our commitment to structured, measurable economic empowerment.

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Business Leaders in the Game | Activate Your Calling in the Marketplace Too many Christian business leaders sit on the sidelines—unsure how their faith and leadership intersect. This video is a call to action: Get in the game. Discover how Christian CEOs and business owners are stepping into their Kingdom calling through C12—where business and ministry converge. In monthly peer forums, leaders receive wise counsel, real accountability, and biblical encouragement to build great businesses for a greater purpose. 🎯 Don’t just run a business. Lead with eternal significance. 👉 Learn more at https://www.joinc12.com 🔔 Subscribe for more stories of faith-driven leadership. #C12 #FaithAndWork #ChristianCEO #MarketplaceMinistry #BusinessAsMinistry

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Day 11 of 28 Days: Celebrating Black Women in Business Bernadette Hamilton-Reidis the CEO of Sankofa Bookkeeping Financial & Consulting is a values-driven financial literacy and bookkeeping firm dedicated to supporting Blak women founders as they navigate entrepreneurship with clarity and confidence. Through tailored financial literacy training and hands-on bookkeeping support, Sankofa helps founders break free from financial confusion and build sustainable, scalable businesses. Their services include bookkeeping using Excel spreadsheets and accounting software such as QuickBooks, meeting founders where they are and growing with them. Sankofa’s work is deeply rooted in equity. With a focus on start-ups and small to medium-sized businesses, especially first-generation founders, they are equipping Blak women with the tools needed to unlock funding, organize finances, and build long-term stability. This is more than bookkeeping. It’s about dismantling systemic economic barriers. It’s about ownership, legacy, and economic freedom. We’re proud to celebrate Sankofa Bookkeeping & Financial Consulting as part of this year’s 28 Days: Celebrating Black Women in Business series. Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation Canadian Blk Women in Excellence Society

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If you're a Pastor or Associate Pastor, stop your scroll! 👀 What will you do when the relationship between Pastor and Associate becomes challenging? ⚔️😬 When it comes to the pastor-associate relationship, this includes fostering an environment that allows the associate to make mistakes, learn from those experiences and become a stronger leader as a result. Pastors should act as mentors and guides to their associates while also providing them the freedom to make their own decisions, take ownership of their actions and learn from their experiences. By doing this, a pastor can help their associate become more effective in their roles and, ultimately, have a greater impact on the parish. One of the most practical ways pastors can do this is by allowing their associates the space and safety to make mistakes. It's important to keep in mind that mistakes are a natural part of growth and learning. When you create an environment where associates feel comfortable taking risks and trying new things, you allow them to expand their capacity. By providing guidance and support, pastors can help their associates navigate challenges and become stronger leaders! Of course, this is a process. Trust takes time to develop! But when associates are given the space they need to grow, without the fear of what happens if they mess up, it allows them to rise to the challenge, grow in their leadership, and become more effective in their roles! Ultimately, this leads to them having a greater impact on the community within your parish. That's what makes us stronger as leaders! It's often the lessons we learn on our own that hold the most profound memory for us. Pastors: Allow your team the space & safety to mess up. When associates feel supported by a leader who has their back, they’re much more likely to bring all of themselves to the table, knowing it’s safe to do so. ➡️ https://ow.ly/eIMM50UL8VI #PastorLife #AssociatePastor #ChurchLeadership

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Project HZiQZ: The iSPECIAL Mobility Ecosystem and Strategic Resilience Securitization [ #Google #Gemini #AI #Feedback to #Settlor : ( " #Global #Frontiers #Trust #Fund ") and ( " #DALIFA #Trust #Fund " ). Executive Summary: The Resilience Investment Thesis C & A Tours & Travel Operators Limited (Hertz Uganda), hereinafter "the Enterprise," commands a formidable strategic position within the high-end corporate transport and logistics sector in East Africa. However, this potential has been consistently undermined by a hostile commercial environment characterized by deliberate market manipulation, corporate collusion ("business cannibalism"), and vulnerabilities to white-collar crime, which has resulted in a multi-billion investment meltdown. The Solution is Securitization for Resilience. Project HZiQZ is not a typical refinancing; it is a strategic maneuver utilizing Whole Business Securitization (WBS) and Intangible Asset Securitization (IAS) to create a financially and legally segregated structure. This structure will quarantine core cash flows, finance the development of the proprietary iSPECIAL Mobility Ecosystem, and deploy a Triple-Pronged Strategy of defensive market tactics to ensure long-term stability and hyper-growth across the AfCFTA zone. Take a Dive! ⬇️ Curated Repository Links: 🔗 Document – https://lnkd.in/eZpRZVAp 🔗 Webpage – https://lnkd.in/eRz6Pxew [ Project HZiQZ: Interactive Investment Pitch ] 🔗 Infographic – https://lnkd.in/erzrqxBu [ Project HZiQZ: The Resilience Investment Thesis ] 🔗 Quiz – https://lnkd.in/eig_ZHuK [ Project HZiQZ : Core Concepts ] 🔗 Flashcards – https://lnkd.in/eNMdNZgp [ Project HziQz: Key Concepts ] 🔗 Audio Overview – https://lnkd.in/eCceKj-3 [ Whole Business Securitization as a Shield : Hertz Uganda's Financial Defense Against Corporate Cannibalism ] SUPPLEMENT/ CURATED REPOSITORY Government of Uganda Government Citizen Interaction Centre (GCIC Uganda) Parliament of Uganda Judiciary Uganda Uganda Local Governments Association (ULGA) Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) Uganda Communications Commission Ministry of ICT & National Guidance ICT Association of Uganda National Information Technology Authority-Uganda Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology Women In Technology Uganda National ICT Innovation Hub MTN Uganda MoMo from MTN UG Capital Markets Authority (CMA) Uganda UGANDA SECURITIES EXCHANGE HiPipo CEO East Africa Magazine The Publicist East Africa AmCham Uganda British Chamber of Commerce Uganda French Chamber of Commerce Uganda - FCCU Harvard University Harvard Law School University of Oxford Northeastern University Makerere University REPOSITORY iSPECIAL MOBILITY ECOSYSTEM LINK: https://lnkd.in/dQeAywjs https://lnkd.in/eGStDrY7

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The AG45 Soul Aligned Strategy Podcast, hosted by Katherine Breuss, features Ann Marie Arvoy, a seasoned therapist and business owner of Mosaic Counseling. Together, they discuss the importance of aligning personal intuition with business strategy to achieve success and fulfillment. Ann Marie shares her journey from living in various states to establishing a successful mental health practice, emphasizing the need for self-care and boundary-setting. They also explore the concept of soul alignment, the challenges of balancing profitability with purpose, and the critical role of intuition in making business decisions. The conversation includes practical insights on mindfulness, ADHD diagnosis, and mental health education, aiming to empower business owners to build value-driven, purpose-aligned enterprises. #BusinessAlignment #podcast #personalpurpose #soulalignment #Personalwealth #Enjoyment #entrepreneurjourney #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurstruggles #authenticityispower #Authenticity #authenticityjourney #ExitStrategy

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Executive Summary | Marriage Retreat Impact – WinShape, Rome, GA At the WinShape Marriage Retreat in Rome, Georgia, Dr. David L. Banks, PhD delivered a transformational leadership session that redefined how husbands perceive their role within marriage. Engaging 73 married couples—each within their first five years of marriage—the atmosphere was charged with anticipation, openness, and a deep commitment to building lasting unions. During a powerful Saturday evening session exclusively for the husbands, Dr. Banks shifted the paradigm from passive partnership to intentional leadership. He equipped the men with strategic, Kingdom-centered insights on understanding their brides—not merely through communication, but through alignment, awareness, and purposeful action. Core Message Delivered: Marriage is not sustained by emotion alone—it is governed by design, discipline, and leadership. Dr. Banks challenged each husband to rise into his role as a king within his household, emphasizing: • Identity: A man must first understand who he is before he can effectively lead his marriage. • Responsibility: Kings do not react—they govern with wisdom, foresight, and intentionality. • Insight: Understanding their bride’s emotional, spiritual, and relational needs is not optional—it is essential. • Consistency: Lasting marriages are built through daily alignment, not occasional effort. Strategic Outcomes Observed: • Heightened awareness among husbands regarding their leadership influence • Renewed commitment to intentional love, honor, and protection within marriage • Clear frameworks for sustaining unity, communication, and long-term vision • A shift from survival mindset to legacy mindset in marriage Atmosphere & Engagement: The men were fully engaged—leaning in, asking questions, reflecting deeply, and embracing the call to lead at a higher level. The session did not just inform—it activated. Positioning Statement: Dr. Banks did not simply teach marriage principles—he architected a leadership blueprint for men to build marriages that are not only lasting, but legacy-driven. Closing Impact: This was more than a session—it was a defining moment. Seeds were planted that will shape homes, strengthen families, and influence generations.

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Don't Be The Answer, Be The Bridge: Business Growth Hack Che Brown encourages the audience to consider their own business and emphasizes the value of being a bridge by connecting clients to other services, suggesting that referrals and affiliate programs can be profitable. The Link Up Networking Conference hosted by Dr. Tandra Price, M.A. (The Networking "Ninja") Full episode on https://lnkd.in/e_T3cTt5 - Let’s Connect on: @IamCheBrown

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Welcome to Builder’s Insight 🌱 One of my favorite scriptures is Proverbs 24:3–4: “By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.” For me, this scripture captures three powerful principles every entrepreneur should live by. 1️⃣ Wisdom – Build with Skill Wisdom represents the technical knowledge and competence required to build anything meaningful. As entrepreneurs, we must continuously develop our skills, learn our craft, and understand our industries. Vision alone is not enough—wisdom builds the foundation. 2️⃣ Understanding – Establish with Discernment Understanding is the ability to discern the right decisions at the right time. It is what helps entrepreneurs navigate uncertainty, manage risks, and make strategic choices. Many businesses start with excitement, but it is understanding that stabilizes and sustains them. 3️⃣ Knowledge – Fill with Value Knowledge represents the insights, experiences, and lessons that enrich what we build. When entrepreneurs continue to learn and grow, they fill their “house” with value, innovation, and impact. As we begin this new week, remember: Build with wisdom. Establish with understanding. Grow with knowledge. And above all, remember to seek God first, for He is the ultimate source of wisdom, understanding, and knowledge. That is how lasting impact is created. Wishing everyone a productive and purposeful week ahead. #MondayMotivation #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Wisdom #GrowthMindset #FaithAndWork

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As someone who believes in the power of clear diagnostics and actionable performance plans, I am excited to support the work of Reesi Wilson. ​Reesi specializes in helping women service entrepreneurs turn their expertise into sustainable income and digital assets. She is currently hosting a Cash Injection Workshop—a live diagnostic and strategy room designed to help women maximize their revenue quickly using the resources they already have in hand (fragments matter - iykyk). ​If you are a woman entrepreneur looking for a clear 1-2-3 step plan to boost your results for March, I highly recommend connecting with her.

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Partnership myths that could be holding your business back I recently broke down some common misconceptions during a masterclass on scaling through collaboration. If you’re looking for a partner to grow your business, keep these realities in mind: The market myth: A big partner doesn't mean "automatic" customers. Real market access requires a clear value exchange and active joint effort. The finance myth: Partnerships with corporates don't guarantee instant funding; they create the credibility that makes you bankable. The operations myth: Sharing resources doesn't automatically mean efficiency. Without aligned expectations, you might actually increase your inefficiencies. The innovation myth: Partnering doesn't guarantee a breakthrough. Most innovation cycles involve failure, iteration, and constant testing. To every founder, avoid building in a vacuum. Partnerships amplify, they don’t substitute your own hard work. Shiella Cynthia

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#ThankYou Tami Long, PhD and Mildred “Milly” Black, MBA, SHRM-SCP Today, I had the honor of speaking at the International Association of Employee Assistance Professionals in Education (AEAPE) Conference about something we can no longer treat as optional — #resilience with #restoration. Our education professionals and employee assistance leaders are carrying extraordinary loads: supporting students, teams, and communities while navigating change, conflict, and compassion fatigue. Leaders talked about the uncertainty in the workplace, managing expectations, and navigating policy, politics, and personalities in the office. But here’s the truth: You cannot pour from an empty emotional tank. One leader spoke about resilience as a "naughty word" and I agree. Why is resilience associated with breaking, adversity, and trauma instead of rest, self-preservation, and prevention of the aforementioned? That’s why my keynote, The Resilience Reset, focused on what it truly takes to rebuild from within: 💠 Empathy Mapping: Seeing beyond behavior to understand emotional context. 💠 Conflict Insight: Transforming tension into teaching moments. 💠 Culture Alchemy™: Turning friction into flow through clarity, connection, and care. 💠 Somatic Leadership: Leading from the body, not just the brain, to create sustainable calm. This isn’t about bouncing back.... It’s about resetting forward and being emotionally sustainable — with systems that support the humans behind the work. To every leader in education and employee assistance: thank you for choosing to lean in and conserve your energy. We closed with a 30-day plan for leaders to leverage the WOW and maintain boundaries, psychological safety, and debriefs with a cadence that works for them and their stakeholders. #TheConflictChick #ResilienceReset #EmotionalSustainability #CultureAlchemy #SomaticLeadership #IAEAPE2025 #EducationLeadership #ConflictResolution #LeadershipDevelopment

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