Connecticut
Black Expo
Focuses on
Black Dollar
 

This past fall, Capital for Change sponsored and participated in the 2024 Connecticut Black Expo. The spectacular two-day event took place at Southern Connecticut State University's Moore Field House. This year's theme was "The New Black Dollar." The Expo attracted thousands of residents from not only Connecticut but also the Tri-State region.

 

"This is the type of event that C4C can proudly support," said Timothy Newsom, C4C's Director of Marketing and Communications. "It brings us together around community and culture, while also showcasing and supporting local entrepreneurs and businesses."

 

Earl Randell, Director of C4C's Small Business and Programs, added, "This is a great opportunity for us to connect with local businesses, introduce ourselves, and discuss how our CT Boost Lending program could potentially help them."

 

One of the highlights of the event featured Capital for Change CEO, Diane Smith, who served as the moderator for the fireside chat titled "Banking Black to Build Strong Black Communities." The discussion included Terri Williams, owner, COO, and president of OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the country. They talked about the importance of Black-owned banks and their essential role in economic empowerment through providing access to loans, mortgages, and other financial products that may be unavailable or difficult to obtain from mainstream banks.