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Amplify Mastermind
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Amplify Mastermind Program: Connect, Build, Leverage, and Grow

Interested in Amplify Mastermind?

Amplify Mastermind is now accepting applications for our 2025 cohort! The deadline to apply is November 22nd, 2024.

Are you in business for yourself, but tired of working by yourself? Do you find it challenging to source new business? Is it frustrating to feel like you invest so much and get back so little?

Do you need more discipline and accountability? Would it be helpful to have a network, a mastermind, or a mentor?

If yes, join the Amplify Mastermind program to connect, build, leverage, and grow.

Amplify Mastermind is built for Certified WBEs who identify as Women of Color-Owned, are
experiencing barriers related to the racial equity gap, and are seeking support, peer accountability, and a community. If accepted, participants are expected to:

  • Attend and actively engage in all virtual Mastermind sessions, held biweekly over six months.
  • Submit a one-time $50 program Fee.
  • Seek and provide help and support to cohort partners.

Connect

Connect with a group of positive like-minded advancing entrepreneurs who will hold you accountable to your goals.

Build

Increase your visibility, build quality relationships, and gain high proximity to influencers and decision makers.

Leverage

Leverage your third party access to markets through ongoing engagement with the corporate supplier community.

Grow

Grow yourself, your earnings potential, and increase your capacity with direct feedback and open communication.

Amplify is a Mastermind program uniquely designed to engage and support Women of Color in maximizing your supplier diversity access so you can scale your business. All are welcome to apply although programming is designed in consideration of the unique experiences of Women of Color business owners, the equity gap and barriers not limited to:

  • Biases in business
  • Challenges networking
  • Lack of representation
  • Lack of resources & capital
  • Lack of mentorship

What does the program include?

  • Community of advancing entrepreneurs
  • Bi-weekly mastermind meetings
  • Virtual roundtable with Amplify Mentors
  • Masterclasses with Supplier Diversity Sponsor
  • Direct and specific feedback from Amplify Mentors
  • Planning support and peer accountability
  • Opportunity to share/swap resources

2024 Information Session

Program Overview

1/8/2025 10AM - 12PM Kickoff (Extended Session) In-Person (NY and DMV)
1/22/2025 10AM - 11:30AM 12 Week Year Virtual
2/5/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Understanding the WBENC Network Virtual
2/19/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Navigating the Supply Chain Virtual
3/5/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Growth vs. Scaling Virtual
3/19/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Sustainability: Amplify Your Value in the Supply Chain Virtual
4/2/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Teaming/JV/Partnerships Virtual
4/16/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Match Maker Readiness Virtual
4/30/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Building Your A-Team/Cooperation/Kolbe Virtual
5/14/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Business Development and Networking Virtual
5/28/2025 10AM - 11:30AM The Art of the Sale Virtual
6/11/2025 10AM - 11:30AM Celebration In-Person

Sessions and Program Format are Subject to Change.

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Words cannot express how thankful I am to the person at WBEC Metro NY who had me in mind and sent that wonderful email, inviting me to be a part of Amplify.

This journey has been nothing short of transformative, inspiring, and impactful for my business.

Millions thanks to everyone involved in making this possible and for providing us with a platform to have our voices heard and be seen.

With even more love and appreciation!

Dr. Ediuska Laurens EngD, M.S.

Owner, Genius Shield

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