Description
The Queen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development (QACETD) is seeking proposals from qualified entities to deliver innovative and impactful services for the continuation and expansion of its minority business training accelerator program, CatalystQ. The program aims to build and strengthen the ecosystem for minority entrepreneurs and small business owners in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland. The selected partner will implement a dynamic suite of services that address key barriers faced by minority entrepreneurs, including access to capital, business knowledge, legal and regulatory compliance, and networking.
• The program was launched in 2025 and provided 8 minority entrepreneurs with targeted support, training, and micro-grants to develop and launch their businesses.
• The program demonstrated success in fostering business creation, equity, and economic growth.
• The selected partner will be responsible for implementing a suite of services that address key barriers faced by minority entrepreneurs.
• The program is funded through the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund.
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Contact
Heather Tinelli