MDEAT presents ‘Access Granted’ exclusive seminar series to empower small business owners

Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust (MDEAT) is inviting entrepreneurs seeking capital for their businesses to Access Granted, a game-changing seminar series tailored exclusively for small business owners. MDEAT, an agency committed to ensuring Black residents participate in the County’s economic growth, will launch the first of four workshops on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at North Dade Regional Library at 2455 N.W. 183rd Street in Miami Gardens. The agency designed the content-rich seminars to elevate grant application skills and arm entrepreneurs for MDEAT's imminent $10,000 grant program roll-out. Free registration is online. 

“Access Granted embodies our commitment to empowering small business owners within our community. This seminar is more than a workshop. It's a transformative gateway, equipping entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge essential to conquer the world of grants,” said Bill Diggs, MDEAT executive director. “In addition to opening doors, MDEAT endeavors to provide keys to success. Join us, seize this opportunity, and together, let's unlock a future filled with prosperity and growth."

Access Granted community workshops empower attendees to gain insights on best grant application practices, network with successful grant recipients and fellow Miami-Dade County-based entrepreneurs, and build connections and explore collaborative opportunities. 

Qualified Applications  must meet these minimum requirements:

• Applications Available: January 16, 2024;
• Applications Due: February 16, 2024;
• Previous MDEAT 2023 Small Minority Black Business Capitalization Grant Program recipients are not eligible;
• Businesses must have a physical location in Miami-Dade County; 
• Business must have been in existence for a minimum of three (3) years, verifiable through Sunbiz.org; and
• More requirements are online at www.MiamiDade.gov/EconomicAdvocacyTrust

For a complete schedule of events and registration details, please visit www.MiamiDade.gov/EconomicAdvocacyTrust.  

Details regarding MDEAT’s Access Granted Community Workshop are as follows: