Business Operation Specialist for the Black Collective

01/07/2026

Only 3% of Black-owned startups reach the stage of hiring their first employee. Project 2026 is designed to change that: starting right here, right now.

We’re excited to announce the official launch of Project 2026! Join us at The Wednesday Drop-In: happening every Wednesday at Peace Community Center (2107 S Ainsworth, Tacoma). Come for networking (5:00–6:00PM), stay for practical strategies and group work (6:00–7:30PM) designed to help you grow from solo-preneur to employer.

Parking is best in the side lot off South 21st: don’t stress about parking on the street!

Ready to turn your business into a job creator? We’ve got your back. Come through, build with us, and let’s grow big together.

Questions or ready to RSVP? Learn more at www.bcbnavigator.org/project2026.

12/08/2025

Sometimes growing as a community means knowing when to pause. This Wednesday’s Drop-In at Peace Community Center is postponed, so we can return next week even more rooted and ready to support your business journey. Your drive, ideas, and growth matter: postponement isn’t cancellation! We’re here to keep showing up for Black-owned businesses in Pierce County, helping you move from solo-preneur to employer, step by step.

Need help before next Wednesday? Slide into our DMs or hit our site for resources: support doesn’t stop.

Let’s keep planting those seeds, because your growth can’t be put on hold. 🌱

12/02/2025

Since 2022, Angel Davis and Doing It Does It have been much more than partners: they’ve helped root and branch our work at Black Collective Navigator. Together, we pull off packed events, fuel The Black Business Directory (website relaunch dropping soon!), and show up for each other every step. That’s how you turn connection into power: radical empathy and deep listening, straight out of “Never Split the Difference,” so our support hits where it’s needed most.

But we don’t stop at empathy: “The Sum of Us” reminds us, collective gains lift everyone. That’s the spirit behind Project 2026: guiding Black-owned businesses from solo dreams to teams of employees, all of us moving up together.

Come through to The Wednesday Drop-In at Peace Community Center! 5–6pm networking, 6–7:30pm group work. Park along S 21st (Between Cushman & Ainsworth) or right by the building.

You belong in a community that’s intentional about your growth.

08/25/2024

Discover the Power of Connection at Our Weekly Drop-Ins

Every Wednesday, from 5 PM to 7 PM, join Michael Jordan from the Black Collective and Plami Tsanev at the Tacoma Urban League for an empowering session designed for black business owners. Dive deep into topics like accessing capital and improving business processes, all while networking with peers who share your ambition and drive. Step into a space where your business journey transforms into an adventure of growth and community building.

07/26/2024

The Business Operation Specialist for the Tacoma Pierce County Black Collective, has significantly contributed to empowering black-owned businesses in Tacoma. Partnering with Angel Davis, the Executive Director of "Doing it Does it," a non-profit dedicated to promoting black entrepreneurship, they've created a vital resource by publishing a comprehensive list of black-owned businesses. This initiative not only enhances visibility but also supports the growth and sustainability of these enterprises. The collaboration further flourishes through a series of business-focused events that feature transformative insights from keynote speakers like Jahmad Canley, alongside Michael's strategic exercises designed to help businesses align their objectives with actionable plans for success.

Are you a black business owner looking to navigate your way to the pinnacle of your industry? Join Michael Jordan and become part of a movement that is reshaping the business landscape for the better. Participate in our events to harness groundbreaking strategies and realign your business goals. For more information on how to join this transformative journey, contact Michael at [email protected] or visit https://zurl.co/XtR0. Your path to business success starts here—step forward and claim your place in this empowering community.

Are you a black owned business in need help getting to your next step? Have you had issues being overlooked by financing organizations? Pierce County EDC has started a program through community organizations to support you. Our Business Operation Specialist is here to give one-on-one support where p