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Black communities saw a boost in entrepreneurship during the pandemic

by Andy Uhler

May 25, 2021

Black Americans were more likely to create businesses than whites, yet they are still underrepresented among entrepreneurs.

One reason for the surge in Black business formation could be that Americans have increased their understanding of historic inequality.

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Inequities in venture capital hinder founders of color well beyond seed funding

by Kristin Schwab

Jun 3, 2020

They don’t just have a harder time getting initial funding. They also get less of it.

Backstage Capital founder Arlan Hamilton (right) speaks on a panel. Backstage invests in founders of color, women and LGBTQ entrepreneurs.

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