Networking & Organization Links -- Resources -- DBRC


	SUPPORT FOR DIVERSE ENTREPRENEURS Clients of the Diversity Business Resource Center- minority, women, veteran or other disadvantaged business owners and potential entrepreneurs- have access to a wide range of resources, training and programs. Whether at the pre-venture, startup, existing or mature phase of business, DBRC clients will find confidential and professional support tailored to their specific needs.


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	Pittsburgh Public Schools The School District of the City of Pittsburgh developed a strategic public contracting plan. The plan ensures that Eligible Business Enterprises (EBE) have full access and equal opportunity to participate in the School District's public contracting. To learn more about the EBE policy go to Pittsburgh Public Schools website

Networking/Organization Links

Did you know there are advocacy groups at the state level?

Finding a good mentor is an important part of the business development cycle. A volunteer organization called Entrepreneurial Lifelines was started by an entrepreneur who “thought it could be helpful to link existing entrepreneurs to start ups as mentors to offer encouragement and advice."

The Women in Leadership (WIL) program is a twelve-week, part-time evening program, where participants will explore many different aspects of leadership in Pittsburgh.