Cape Fear Minority Enterprise Development Week

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The Minority Enterprise Development Week is to bring together business leaders and business development advocates, promote business opportunities, report industry trends, and recognize outstanding minority business firms in our community.

🌟 Cape Fear MED Week is all about connection, collaboration, and community! 🌟Small businesses are the heartbeat of our e...
10/31/2025

🌟 Cape Fear MED Week is all about connection, collaboration, and community! 🌟

Small businesses are the heartbeat of our economy — and when we come together, we don’t just grow our own ventures, we uplift each other. 💪🏽✨

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, there’s something powerful about being in a room full of dreamers and doers who understand the journey.

Let’s keep building bridges, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another. Because when one of us wins, we all rise. 🙌🏽

💬 Why it matters:Access to capital is one of the biggest barriers to growth. Building business credit, keeping organized...
10/26/2025

💬 Why it matters:
Access to capital is one of the biggest barriers to growth. Building business credit, keeping organized financials, and connecting with local programs like the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), Channel Powered By Live Oak Bank, Genesis Block, CFCC Small Business Center, or the Brunswick Community College Business Center can help open those doors to prepare for funding and contracts.

10/20/2025

POV: You check your P&L… and it’s finally in the green! 💚💰

Being a business owner is wild — one day you’re crying over invoices, the next you’re dancing because the numbers actually numbered! 😂📈

But let’s be real — the journey to profit isn’t always pretty. Some months it’s ramen and receipts, others it’s champagne and spreadsheets 🥂.

If you’re not seeing the “+” yet, don’t panic. Keep showing up, adjusting, learning, and selling. Your time is coming — and when it does, that P&L glow-up is gonna feel so good! 🙌

🎵 Cue dramatic slow-mo dance with calculator in hand

✨ Last week was an inspiring week of learning and growth!During MED Week at the Brunswick Community College Small Busine...
10/17/2025

✨ Last week was an inspiring week of learning and growth!

During MED Week at the Brunswick Community College Small Business Center, business owners came together to gain powerful insights, tools, and strategies to take their businesses to the next level. From marketing tips to business development strategies, each class offered great information and practical next steps to put into action right away.

It was amazing to see so many passionate entrepreneurs leave feeling motivated, empowered, and ready to grow! 🌱

A huge thank you to the Brunswick Community College for hosting and investing in the success of local businesses.

✅ Medweek Recap: What a great session!We had an amazing time with Ryan Edge, learning valuable tips and tricks for using...
10/17/2025

✅ Medweek Recap: What a great session!

We had an amazing time with Ryan Edge, learning valuable tips and tricks for using AI with Google Workspace and Gemini. 💡 From smarter workflows to time-saving tools, this class was packed with insights to help our small businesses work more efficiently.

A huge thank you to Ryan for taking the time to invest in small businesses across the Cape Fear Region — your knowledge and energy was inspiring!

MED Week continues to be such a powerful opportunity for growth, learning, and connection for business owners. Let’s keep building, innovating, and soaring together! 🚀

Congratulations to our Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 2025 Excellence in Business Award recipient Cindy Villarreal. Cind...
10/12/2025

Congratulations to our Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 2025 Excellence in Business Award recipient Cindy Villarreal.

Cindy Villarreal, owner of Impress Flooring, was awarded the Women Owned Business Excellence Award. Cindy’s greatest challenge has been building credibility and respect as a woman in a male dominated industry. She brings not only strength and technical expertise, but important attention to detail, organization, and understanding of her clients’ vision. Cindy is passionate about guiding her clients through a smooth, stress-free process.

Congratulations to our Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 2025 Business Excellence Award recipient Lynne Jones. Lynne Jones,...
10/12/2025

Congratulations to our Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 2025 Business Excellence Award recipient Lynne Jones.

Lynne Jones, owner of LJ Design Studio, was honored with the African American Minority Business Excellence Award. A proud Wilmington native and passionate interior designer, Lynne is known for creating timeless spaces that feel deeply personal, intentional, and inspired. With a thoughtful, client-centered approach, she takes the time to understand each client’s lifestyle and story. Her background in event planning and brand styling adds a unique depth to her design process, blending storytelling, mood, and space into every project. Her clients become like family, and together they create something unforgettable. Lynne also serves as co-chair for the Wilmington Chamber’s African American Business Council.

Congratulations to our Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 2025 Excellence in Business Award recipient Luis Munguia. Luis Mun...
10/12/2025

Congratulations to our Wilmington Chamber of Commerce 2025 Excellence in Business Award recipient Luis Munguia.

Luis Munguia, owner of Market Street Tire & Auto, won the Latin American Minority Business Excellence Award. Market Street Used Tires & Auto expanded from a small tire shop to a full-service auto repair shop that now handles service requests for seven dealerships in Wilmington. Luis and his team faced adversity as an opportunity for growth. Like many small, family-owned businesses, they have faced challenges ranging from supply chain disruptions and rising costs of parts to increased competition and the demands of maintaining consistent top-notch service. Instead of allowing these obstacles to hold them back, they chose to adapt and innovate. Improvements include customer communications, financing options, and expanding their range of services to meet the in-house needs. These obstacles motivated Luis and his team to become more resourceful, improving systems and service, while reinforcing the trust they have built with their customers.

🌟 Connect. Collaborate. Cultivate. 🌟In business, no one truly grows alone.When we connect, we open doors to opportunity....
10/12/2025

🌟 Connect. Collaborate. Cultivate. 🌟

In business, no one truly grows alone.

When we connect, we open doors to opportunity.
When we collaborate, we combine creativity, knowledge, and resources.
And when we cultivate, we nurture lasting relationships that lead to growth — personally and professionally.

This is your reminder that entrepreneurship doesn’t have to be a solo journey.
Build your circle. Share your ideas. Partner with others who push you forward.
Because when businesses come together, communities thrive.

💬 Tag a business or organization you met during MED Week or met this month that you would love to connect, collaborate, and cultivate with this season!

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNER !Step into an energetic networking experience designed to connect you with fellow entrepreneurs...
10/10/2025

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNER !

Step into an energetic networking experience designed to connect you with fellow entrepreneurs, community leaders, and small business champions. At this Business After Hours, you’ll build valuable relationships, refresh your professional image with a complimentary headshot, and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and drinks—all while celebrating the spirit of Cape Fear region business growth. It’s the perfect opportunity to expand your circle, spark new collaborations, and walk away with connections that matter.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT: https://www.ncsbc.net/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=60450139

10/10/2025

🎥✨ It’s happening RIGHT NOW! Join us at Cape Fear Community College Union Station for Conversations to Contracts hosted by Genesis Block — happening 9 AM to 11 AM! 💼🤝

This is your opportunity to shop local, meet amazing entrepreneurs, and connect with local businesses showcasing their products and services through vendor booths! 🛍️✨

If you're a business owner this is your opportunity to leave certified, prepared, and connected to real opportunities in transportation & infrastructure.

Then stay for the Youth Shark Tank at 11:30 AM, where young innovators will pitch their big ideas and inspire the crowd! 🦈💡

Don’t miss the excitement, networking, and community energy happening TODAY — come out and join us now! 🚀🙌

📍 Cape Fear Community College Union Station
🕘 Going on NOW — we’ll see you soon!

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