African American Leadership Initiative
Are you a Black owned business in the Mansfield area? Complete the survey below to keep your business connected to our community.
Minority, Female, Black Owned Business Survey
Small Grant Opportunities for Black/Minority Owned Businesses.
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Do you have a business or a side-hustle but don’t know enough about running and growing a business? Have an idea for a business but feel frustrated and don’t know where to start? Want to make a meaningful impact in your industry or community?
NECIC’s Business Development Program is for aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs who want to gain the knowledge, skills, and tools to start, and grow a successful business.
Learn about starting and growing a business
Understand fundamental business concepts
Learn business lingo to be able to talk the talk
Work through creating a business plan
These sessions will be different from what you’d expect out of a typical class because:
You’ll hear from experienced entrepreneurs and business professionals
You’re going to experience learning and mentorship that meets you where you are in a no judgement zone.
We have a fundamental belief that greatness exists in this region and we’re here to help it be cultivated and realized!
The business class sessions will be weekly on Tuesdays from 6-8:30pm starting September 14th and continue through the week of November 16th.
Applications will close Friday, Sept. 3rd at midnight and selections will be made Tuesday, September 7th. If selected, we will reach out to inform you of your acceptance into the program and confirm your availability. Apply here: www.bit.ly/necicbiz
AALI's Mission
The mission of AALI is to identify and cultivate African American leaders in Mansfield and Richland County. AALI functions to create a network of diverse leaders with relevant opportunities to connect and contribute.
Richland County African American Report
How are African Americans doing in our community?
AALI Membership and Support
Last year was a great start to AALI and we have tons of supporters to thank. We especially want to recognize the inaugural members of AALI below.
| Trai'Shaun Beard | Aretha Grier |
| Wenda Burnom | Rachel Houston |
| Alicia Camak | Jason Lawrence |
| Renda Cline | Rhonda Marsh |
| Brigitte Coles | Pamela Williams-Briggs |
| LaMeshia Curry | Antwan Woods |
| Stephen Greene |
You can also become an AALI supporter!
When you become an AALI supporter, your community support is shared with the public (unless you request to remain anonymous) through branding and marketing.
There are various opportunities to support AALI, such as sponsoring a membership or an event. In-kind donations are also welcome (and much appreciated!).
Please click the button in the table below to find out more.
Become an AALI Member | Become an AALI Supporter |
Develop self-awareness and sharpen abilities through strengths-based approach | Invest in creating an environment that focuses on inclusivity |
| Adaptive leadership training through lecture and experiential activities | Showcase commitment to the importance of professional development |
| Broaden personal and professional networks | Equip employees with tools and confidence to display leadership qualities |
| Increase understanding of community landscape | Ensure continuous pipeline of quality leaders reflective of our diverse community |
| Become a Member | Support AALI |
Thank you to our AALI Supporters!
Become a Silver AALI Supporter!
Become a Bronze AALI Supporter
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North End Community Improvement Collaborative
NECIC
134 N. Main St.
Mansfield, Ohio 44902
(419) 522-1611
FAX 1-877-433-0848
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