{"id":19508,"date":"2017-03-01T05:01:15","date_gmt":"2017-03-01T05:01:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.challengedetroit.org\/?p=19508"},"modified":"2017-03-01T05:01:15","modified_gmt":"2017-03-01T05:01:15","slug":"maximizing-your-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.challengedetroit.org\/blog\/maximizing-your-network\/","title":{"rendered":"Maximizing Your Network"},"content":{"rendered":"

I have printed over 2000 business cards and through the different events and programs I have attended over the years, it’s time for me to print more business cards.\u00a0 However, I can honestly say I have not received the number of calls or emails that align with the number of cards given out.\u00a0 Is networking events and programs really effective?\u00a0 I have discovered that people rarely do what’s necessary to maximize your networking experience, THE FOLLOW UP CALL.\u00a0 When I give someone my business card I really do want them to call me and see how might we partner, collaborate, or ideate.\u00a0 The guilt came when I looked at all of the business cards that I have receive that I failed to call.\u00a0 Challenged Detroit is presenting the fellows with countless of business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit\u00a0directors that can help catapult each of us into the very position we hope and dream of.\u00a0 But we must take the necessary steps to secure the deal.\u00a0 I came up with the Business Card Day, a day sat aside for me to follow up through emails or phone calls to establish relationships and partnerships.\u00a0 I have met some brilliant business owners, and even those who are still in their infancy stages, yet each have inspired me the same.\u00a0 For the sake of Black History month, I just want to celebrate some women business owners who I have partnered with or just admired along this journey.\u00a0 And just for the record not all of these women are black.<\/p>\n

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An Office in Detroit<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

A shared workspace in downtown Detroit<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Anoffficeindetroit.com<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

2727 2<\/span>nd<\/span><\/sup> Ave, Ste 126<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Detroit, Mi <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Owner: Katrina Turnbow<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Bravo Foundation<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

A nonprofit that assists homeless, pregnant, and at-risk young girls and women to avoid and break cycle of poverty, drug use, and violence and help them to access resources, education, and mentorship to help them make positive choices and become successful.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

http:\/\/thebravo.org\/\"\"<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

3630 W. Maple Rd. #141<\/span><\/p>\n

Bloomfield Hills, MI. 48301<\/span><\/p>\n

Executive Director: Jami Polk<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Gifting Dreamers<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

A 501c3 non-profit which empowers and inspires\u00a0low income at-risk youth to reach their full potential as positive, productive and responsible individuals through FREE life skill classes, experience mentoring and DREAM adventures.<\/p>\n

Giftingdreamers.com<\/p>\n

Executive Director: Tegest Kebede<\/p>\n

I.M.A.G.I.N.E. mentoring<\/strong>\"\"<\/p>\n

To implement life skills through educational sessions, motivational speaking, and internal and external experiences that will inspire and motivate young ladies. As a result, they will grow and develop as individuals as we intervene and intercede with our knowledge to naturally encourage them to live beyond their obstacles and dream bigger than they have ever imagined.<\/p>\n

Imaginementoring.com<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Executive Director: LaTonya Garth<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Kicks 4 Kids Foundation<\/strong>\"\"<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The mission of Kicks 4 Kids is to alleviate one of the most burdensome social pressures for inner city youth \u2014 lack of adequate footwear \u2014 which often leads to bullying. With support from community stakeholders, K4K boosts self confidence of inner city youth while providing one of the most basic needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kicks4kidsfoundation.org<\/span><\/p>\n

Founder & President: CheKeita Jones<\/span><\/p>\n

Girlz In Tune<\/span><\/strong>\"\"<\/p>\n

Girlz N Tune is an ongoing mentorship program for teenage girls age 13-17. Their goal is to focus on Mentoring, Etiquette, Building self-esteem and Confidence, Nutrition and Health, career development, Financial literacy, Community Service and Preparation for entering post-secondary education.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Girlzintune.org<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Executive Director: Alicia Loundmon<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Jackets For Jobs\"\"<\/span><\/p>\n

Jackets For Jobs provides brand new professional attire, interview skills and career coaching to economically challenged women and men. <\/span><\/p>\n

www.jacketsforjobs.org<\/span><\/p>\n

CEO: Alison Vaughn<\/span><\/p>\n

~Pretty And Saved, LLC<\/strong>
\nChristian Apparel and Womens Movement\"\"<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>http:\/\/prettyandsaved.com\/<\/span><\/p>\n

Owner: Danielle Penson<\/span><\/p>\n

Mothering Justice<\/strong> \"\"<\/span><\/p>\n

MJ believes mothers deserve a bigger role in how policy is made on a statewide and national level. Through advocacy, leadership development, <\/span>voter engagement and the promotion of family friendly activism, we are changing the face of government to be more responsive to the needs of mothers.er engagement and the promotion of family friendly activism, we are changing the face of government to be more responsive to the needs of mothers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Motheringjustice.org<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Executive Director: Danielle Atkinson<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Hazel Park Promise Zone and College Access Network<\/strong>\"\"<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Promise Zone guarantees all resident graduates of Hazel Park Schools a tuition-free path to an Associate’s degree, often through pre-existing scholarships. This opportunity can be used at any accredited trade school, community college, college or university in the state of Michigan.<\/span><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.hazelpark.org\/residents\/promise_zone.php<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Executive Director: Kayla Roney-Smith<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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To provide and deliver exceptional assistance and service; while, building the\u00a0<\/span>Capacity<\/u><\/b><\/em>, Brand<\/u><\/b><\/em> and<\/span> Community<\/u><\/b><\/em> footprint of your business or organization.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Tramseyllc.com<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Senior Associate and Founder: Tameka Ramsey<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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