Social & Economic Empowerment through Knowledge

23/09/2026

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Join the Baltimore Youth Master Plan Street Team and help connect young people, families, schools, organizations, and neighborhoods to the city’s first Youth Master Plan.

Street Team members will support Solution Sessions, invite community participation, listen to ideas, document what they hear, and help make sure Baltimore voices are represented in the plan.

Paid opportunity:
$100 per training
$50 per Solution Session

Open to Baltimore youth and young adults ages 14–24 and supportive adult allies ages 25+. No experience required. Training, tools, and support will be provided.

Sign up. Show up. Speak up.
Scan the QR code to apply today.

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19/08/2026

🚀 The next Entrepreneurship 10.0 cohort starts in September!

Have a hobby, side hustle, or business idea you’re ready to take seriously? Entrepreneurship 10.0 is a FREE 5-week program designed to help Baltimore City residents ages 18–24 turn their ideas into real Maryland businesses.

Participants receive valuable tools and support, including:
✨ Maryland business registration
💻 A laptop with Windows
📊 LivePlan business planning software with AI support
💵 Transportation assistance
🏦 Support establishing a business checking account
🤝 Connection to a SCORE mentor
🎤 Business planning, pitching, guest speakers, and more!

This is more than a class. It’s an opportunity to build the foundation for something that belongs to YOU.

📅 Next cohort begins September 2026
📍 Open to Baltimore City residents ages 18–24
💰 FREE to eligible participants

Space is limited, so don’t wait. Register today! https://form.jotform.com/entrepreneurship100md/entrepreneurship-100-interest-form

Know a young adult with a great idea? Tag them or share this post with them. One introduction could be the beginning of their entrepreneurial journey. 💡

17/08/2026

Calling all food & beverage entrepreneurs! 🍽️🥤

We're hosting a Pitch Competition with $25,000 in total prizes up for grabs, and we want YOU on that stage.

Here's how it works: each business competes in one category: Brick & Mortar Restaurants, Caterers, Food Truck, or Beverage — for a $5,000 prize. Category winners then compete for the $5,000 Grand Prize on top of that.

You'll get 3 minutes to pitch in person, on either September 28th or 29th (6–9pm). Applications, including your pitch slides, are due September 21st, and we'll let you know your time slot by September 25th.

There's also a free virtual Prep Session on September 23rd to help you polish your pitch before the big night.

Winners will be announced in person at our Tasting Event on September 30th — you'll need to be there to claim your prize — and will receive four 1-on-1 coaching sessions to help grow their business even further.

Entry fee is $100. If you've been building something great in the food or beverage space, this is your chance to be seen (and win big). Apply today!

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15/08/2026

Calling all entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and community leaders! 📣

If you are serious about building wealth, acquiring assets, accessing capital, and creating a lasting legacy, the 2026 Generational Wealth Business Summit is an event you should have on your calendar.

Join industry leaders and experts for conversations about raising capital, acquiring existing businesses, investing in commercial real estate, private equity, venture capital, family offices, crowdfunding, and more.

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
📍 Reginald F. Lewis Museum | Baltimore, MD
⏰ Registration begins at 9:30 AM

This is an opportunity to gain knowledge, expand your network, and learn how others are positioning themselves to build sustainable wealth for generations to come.

Seats are limited, so register early!
Visit www.financialempowerment.org for registration information.

Tag an entrepreneur, business owner, or future investor who needs to be in the room. 👇🏾

07/08/2026

Congratulations to Our Executive Director! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating our Executive Director, Dr. Heather Lamb, on her service as a 2026 Baltimore Health Equity Impact Grant Reviewer for the Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute!

We are incredibly proud of Dr. Lamb for lending her expertise to support initiatives that will strengthen health equity and improve the lives of Baltimore City residents. Her commitment to excellence, community impact, and equitable opportunities continues to reflect the mission and values of SEEK.

At SEEK, we believe meaningful change begins with leaders who are willing to serve. Dr. Lamb's dedication to advancing education, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and community well-being is making a lasting difference both inside and beyond our organization.

Congratulations, Dr. Lamb! Thank you for representing SEEK with excellence and for continuing to invest your knowledge and leadership in building a stronger, healthier Baltimore. We are proud of you and look forward to all that lies ahead!

05/08/2026

🚨 Happening Tomorrow Morning!

Could your business withstand a sudden loss of revenue, cyberattack, major storm, or other unexpected disruption?

Join the Build Back Live Webinar Series tomorrow, Thursday, August 6, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., for a free business resilience briefing with Richard O’Juri of M&T Bank.

Learn practical strategies to:

✅ Protect your cash flow and maintain operations
✅ Prepare to access emergency funding
✅ Strengthen your financial profile
✅ Understand how banks use AI to assess risk and make lending decisions

Preparation can make the difference between a temporary setback and a permanent closure. Register today and share this opportunity with another business owner.

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23/07/2026

Access to capital should not be the reason a promising business remains only an idea.

Our .0 participants gained invaluable insight from Lyndsae' Peele of Kiva about funding options designed to expand access for emerging entrepreneurs.

Kiva offers a powerful alternative to traditional bank financing, including crowdfunded business loans from $1,000 to $15,000 with 0% interest, no fees, no collateral, and no minimum credit score. Its social-underwriting model considers an entrepreneur’s character, business vision, and community support, making it an exceptional option for new business owners who may not qualify through conventional lenders.

At Entrepreneurship 10.0, participants do more than register a business. They gain access to experts, resources, strategies, and relationships that can help them build sustainable enterprises.

🚀 Our next cohort begins in September 2026!
Follow our page and complete the Entrepreneurship 10.0 interest form to be considered. It is time to turn your side hustle, skill, or idea into a legitimate Maryland business.

20/07/2026

Ready to turn your hobby, talent, or side hustle into a real Maryland business?

The next Entrepreneurship 10.0 cohort begins in September 2026, and we are seeking motivated Baltimore City residents ages 18 to 24who are ready to build with confidence, structure, and support.

This free five-week program helps participants move from an idea to an established business. Participants may receive support with:

✅ Maryland business registration
✅ Obtaining an EIN
✅ Establishing a business checking account
✅ Creating a professional business plan
✅ Developing and presenting a business pitch
✅ Connecting with a SCORE mentor
✅ Learning from experienced guest speakers
✅ Accessing LivePlan business-planning software

Entrepreneurship 10.0 is more than a business program. It is a supportive community where emerging entrepreneurs strengthen their confidence, develop a growth mindset, and gain practical tools to move their businesses forward.

Interested in being considered for the September 2026 cohort? Complete the inquiry form today:
🔗 https://form.jotform.com/entrepreneurship100md/entrepreneurship-100-interest-form

Follow our page for program updates, participant success stories, resources, and upcoming opportunities.

15/07/2026

Sometimes the greatest business breakthrough begins with finding the confidence to use your voice.

In this short, India shares how Entrepreneurship 10.0 helped her overcome her shyness, step outside her comfort zone, and confidently show up for her business. Her journey is a powerful reminder that entrepreneurship is not only about developing a business. It is also about developing the person behind the business.

We are proud to create a supportive environment where aspiring entrepreneurs can learn, grow, build meaningful connections, and turn their ideas into properly structured businesses.

A new Entrepreneurship 10.0 cohort is anticipated for this fall!

Follow our page for program updates, participant stories, business resources, and upcoming opportunities. Those interested in being considered for the fall cohort should complete the inquiry form today:

🔗 https://form.jotform.com/entrepreneurship100md/entrepreneurship-100-interest-form

Your business deserves a confident beginning. Take the first step.