Urban Strategies CDFI, with Support from Truist Foundation, Launches Business Success Portal to Empower Entrepreneurs
Urban Strategies CDFI, with support from Truist Foundation (NYSE: TFC), has launched the Business Success Portal, a comprehensive online learning platform designed to empower entrepreneurs. The portal, part of the "Rise and Thrive Series," offers free resources including videos, templates, worksheets, and step-by-step guides.
The platform features essential business tools such as the Business Model Canvas Template, Business Plan Template, and Preparing for a Loan Worksheet. Key focus areas include business planning, funding options, financial management, and branding strategies. The portal is accessible through usi-cdfi.learnworlds.com and aims to support entrepreneurs at all stages of their business journey.
Urban Strategies CDFI, con il supporto della Truist Foundation (NYSE: TFC), ha lanciato il Business Success Portal, una piattaforma di apprendimento online completa pensata per rafforzare le competenze degli imprenditori. Il portale, parte della "Rise and Thrive Series", mette a disposizione risorse gratuite come video, modelli, fogli di lavoro e guide passo dopo passo.
La piattaforma offre strumenti aziendali fondamentali come il Business Model Canvas, il modello di business plan e il foglio di lavoro per la preparazione al prestito. Le aree chiave trattate includono pianificazione aziendale, opzioni di finanziamento, gestione finanziaria e strategie di branding. Il portale è accessibile all'indirizzo usi-cdfi.learnworlds.com e si propone di sostenere gli imprenditori in tutte le fasi del loro percorso imprenditoriale.
Urban Strategies CDFI, con el apoyo de la Truist Foundation (NYSE: TFC), ha lanzado el Business Success Portal, una plataforma de aprendizaje en línea integral diseñada para empoderar a los emprendedores. El portal, parte de la "Rise and Thrive Series", ofrece recursos gratuitos como videos, plantillas, hojas de trabajo y guías paso a paso.
La plataforma incluye herramientas empresariales esenciales como la plantilla Business Model Canvas, la plantilla de plan de negocios y la hoja de trabajo para prepararse para un préstamo. Las áreas principales incluyen planificación empresarial, opciones de financiación, gestión financiera y estrategias de marca. El portal es accesible en usi-cdfi.learnworlds.com y busca apoyar a los emprendedores en todas las etapas de su trayectoria empresarial.
Urban Strategies CDFI는 Truist Foundation (NYSE: TFC)의 지원으로 기업가 역량 강화를 목표로 하는 종합 온라인 학습 플랫폼인 Business Success Portal을 출시했습니다. 본 포털은 "Rise and Thrive Series"의 일부로, 동영상, 템플릿, 워크시트, 단계별 가이드 등 무료 자료를 제공합니다.
플랫폼에는 비즈니스 모델 캔버스 템플릿, 사업계획서 템플릿, 대출 준비 워크시트 등 필수 비즈니스 도구가 포함되어 있습니다. 주요 초점은 사업 계획, 자금 조달 옵션, 재무 관리 및 브랜딩 전략입니다. 포털은 usi-cdfi.learnworlds.com에서 이용할 수 있으며, 모든 단계의 창업자들을 지원하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Urban Strategies CDFI, avec le soutien de la Truist Foundation (NYSE: TFC), a lancé le Business Success Portal, une plateforme d'apprentissage en ligne complète destinée à autonomiser les entrepreneurs. Le portail, qui fait partie de la "Rise and Thrive Series", propose des ressources gratuites telles que des vidéos, des modèles, des feuilles de travail et des guides étape par étape.
La plateforme comprend des outils essentiels comme le modèle Business Model Canvas, le modèle de plan d'affaires et une feuille de travail pour la préparation d'un prêt. Les axes principaux sont la planification d'entreprise, les options de financement, la gestion financière et les stratégies de branding. Le portail est accessible via usi-cdfi.learnworlds.com et vise à accompagner les entrepreneurs à toutes les étapes de leur parcours.
Urban Strategies CDFI hat mit Unterstützung der Truist Foundation (NYSE: TFC) das Business Success Portal gestartet, eine umfassende Online-Lernplattform zur Stärkung von Unternehmerinnen und Unternehmern. Das Portal, Teil der "Rise and Thrive Series", bietet kostenlose Ressourcen wie Videos, Vorlagen, Arbeitsblätter und Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen.
Die Plattform stellt wichtige Geschäftstools bereit, darunter eine Business Model Canvas-Vorlage, eine Businessplan-Vorlage und ein Arbeitsblatt zur Vorbereitung auf einen Kredit. Zentrale Themen sind Geschäftsplanung, Finanzierungsoptionen, Finanzmanagement und Markenstrategien. Das Portal ist unter usi-cdfi.learnworlds.com erreichbar und unterstützt Unternehmer in allen Phasen ihres Geschäftswegs.
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The learning platform is a user-friendly resource that includes practical videos, examples, templates, worksheets, step-by-step guides, and checklists tailored to meet the diverse needs of entrepreneurs. "Whether you're just starting or looking to expand, this toolkit is packed with the resources you need to build a strong foundation for your business," said Julian Wyatt, USI CDFI Director. The toolkit covers critical areas, including business planning, funding options, financial management, and branding strategies, ensuring that users can make informed decisions as they navigate their entrepreneurial paths.
"At Truist Foundation, we believe that strengthening the small business ecosystem is essential to building vibrant, resilient communities," said Lynette Bell, president of Truist Foundation. "Our investment in USI CDFI reflects our commitment to helping entrepreneurs access the tools, knowledge and networks they need to thrive in their careers and contribute meaningfully to local economies." This collaboration underscores the shared commitment to promoting economic growth and stability within communities.
Among the key features of the portal is the Business Planning section, which offers tools such as the Business Model Canvas Template and the Business Plan Template. These resources help entrepreneurs clarify their vision and strategy, making it easier to communicate their business ideas to potential investors and stakeholders. Additionally, the Funding Your Business section offers insights into various financing options, including a guide to comparing funding paths and a Preparing for a Loan Worksheet, which equips users with the knowledge to improve their chances of securing funding.
The portal also emphasizes the importance of branding and marketing in today's digital landscape. With resources such as the Building Your Brand Worksheet and Website Fundamentals Checklist, entrepreneurs can create a strong online presence that resonates with their target audience. "A well-defined brand and effective online marketing strategy are crucial for building visibility and credibility in the marketplace," Wyatt added.
To access the Business Success Portal and explore the wealth of resources available, sign up for the free online courses at: usi-cdfi.learnworlds.com.
About Urban Strategies, Inc.
Founded in 1978, USI is a national nonprofit leader that works at the intersection of housing, community and economic development. USI supports communities that are undergoing revitalization. USI supports communities while working with partners to develop economic opportunities, cradle-to-college/career success, high quality health services and a range of comprehensive service supports. The organization is leading people efforts and neighborhood transformation in 63 communities across the nation. USI's mission is to help ensure that all families will be stable and thriving. For more information: usi-inc.org.
About Urban Strategies CDFI
Urban Strategies CDFI is dedicated to fostering stability, prosperity, and empowerment within communities through financial education and support for emerging businesses. Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to succeed in a competitive landscape. For more information: usi-cdfi.org.
About Truist Foundation
Truist Foundation is committed to Truist Financial Corporation's (NYSE: TFC) purpose to inspire and build better lives and communities. The Foundation, an endowed private foundation established in 2020 whose operating budget is independent of Truist Financial Corporation, makes strategic investments in a wide variety of nonprofit organizations centered around two focus areas: building career pathways to economic mobility and strengthening small businesses to ensure all communities have an opportunity to thrive. Embodying these focus areas are the Foundation's leading initiatives – the Inspire Awards and Where It Starts. For more information: Truist.com/Foundation.
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