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A room full of Black women building businesses and I get to be in it! ✨

Proud to represent Ragas Consulting in Cohort 10 of Goldman Sachs’ One Million Black Women: Black in Business program. Together, our cohort of 300+ Black women founders generates over $40 million in revenue, the highest combined revenue of any cohort!

Our kickoff in New Jersey and New York gave me new connections, fresh perspective, and even more motivation to grow. Travel, hotel, and meals were covered, and the experience? 10/10. 👏🏾

Almost three weeks in, I’m turning what I’m learning into action. It feels good to invest time in my own growth while continuing to pour into others.

Business girlies, save this program for your radar! What’s one investment you’re making in your business growth this year? 👇🏾

And huge thanks to @darvincia @christinalglancy @blessedlittlebungalow @blackandscholared for encouraging me to apply! Love my community!

#onemillionblackwomen #blackinbusiness #goldmansachs #ragasconsulting #blackwomenentrepreneurs

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FROM THE CLASSROOM TO THE FOOD TRUCK

Career Shop DC invited Corey Knight, owner and operator of Community Cafe Express, to Dunbar High School to give our students a firsthand look at entrepreneurship and what it really takes to own and operate a business.

Corey shared his experience as an entrepreneur, talked about the work that happens behind the scenes, and gave students an opportunity to learn directly from someone who has turned his ideas into a working business.

But Career Shop DC wanted our students to do more than just hear about it. To give them a better idea of the food truck business in action, they told him to PULL UP.

CSDC provided free lunch for the students from Community Cafe Express, giving them a chance to see the experience from conversation to customer service. 🍽️

A business lesson they could hear, see, and taste. 😋

#CareerShopDC #DunbarHighSchool #Mentoring #PublicSchool #Careers

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This summer I had the privilege of joining the @ragas_consulting team as a Program Facilitator for the @smallbizdc 7-week DCYEP program.

For 7 weeks, I worked with 11 college students and one high school student as they expanded their business ideas and built their foundation through business plans, guest speakers, vision boards, pitch decks, and more.

The best part was watching their growth. From being nervous to stand at a podium to confidently presenting their businesses at @dcgathers in a room full of supporters for their final pitch competition on August 4th. 🥹

So proud of everything they accomplished in just 7 weeks and grateful that I got to be a small part of their journey. Congrats to the winners and the entire 2026 cohort 🫶🏽

Thank you @trezellragas again for the opportunity and for trusting me to pour into these amazing young people this summer. 🤎

P.S. It’s even more special to have a Seton Sister be part of the program and tie for 1st place ❤️

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DC Youth Entrepreneurship Summer Program (DCYEP) - Pitch Competition! Empowering DC’s Next Generation of Business Leaders - ONE DAY AT A TIME! @ragas_consulting @trezellragas has done an AMAZING job with this program. It is always a pleasure working with you!

Setup, Balloons & Oversized Balls
@pop_of_the_party
Graphics, Printing & Linen/Lamps @majesticallyuniqueevents
Balloon & Oversized Ball Distributer @balloons_direct Scarlett, White, Yellow & Naval by @tuftexballoons
Reel 🎥 @pressurereels
Balloon Mentees @joyfully_bloomed_balloons @binspiredballoonsanddecor @diam_celebrations @balloonsbyeboni
Venue @thegatheringspots @dcgathers

#dcyouth #dmvballoons #dcballoons #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurship

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One of the things I never want to take for granted is someone’s time.

On Juneteenth, there were countless events happening across the city. The fact that someone chose to spend part of their day with us, experience what we were building, and then take the time to tell that story means more than they’ll probably ever know.

That’s why we do this! Our goal has never been to just host an event. It’s to create experiences that make people think differently, dream bigger, build stronger, and leave believing that what’s possible for them is bigger than what they walked in believing.

If we can be the bridge that helps someone get over the hump, start the business, buy the home, invest in themselves, or simply take that next step they’ve been putting off, then we’ve done what we set out to do.

A special thank you @kls.imagephotos for featuring us in your July issue and for taking the time to capture the heart of what we were trying to accomplish. We truly appreciate you shining a light on the work and the people behind it.

To everyone who showed up, volunteered, sponsored, spoke, and believed in the vision, thank you. We don’t take any of it lightly.

Year 4 reminded us why this work matters. Now we’re already planning for Year 5, a milestone year for Generational Wealth Weekend. We’re going to be even more intentional about creating meaningful programming, stronger connections, and experiences that continue making an impact long after the event ends.

The work continues🤞🏿

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Generational Wealth Weekend 2026 was more than an event, it was another step toward building a movement.

“Are you going to be a moment or a movement?” became one of the questions that defined our Business Accelerator on Juneteenth.

Entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers came together to learn, build relationships, and invest in their future. The conversations reminded us that nothing happens to us, it happens for us when we choose to grow, adapt, and keep building.

Year 4 was one for the books, but this is bigger than a weekend. It’s about creating lasting impact, strengthening our community, and creating opportunities that lead to generational wealth.

We’re excited to launch new year-round programming and initiatives that will continue serving entrepreneurs and our community long after the weekend ends.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, poured into others, and chose to be part of the movement. 🚀🖤

We are truly grateful to our sponsors for their unwavering support and for making it possible to keep Generational Wealth Weekend free and accessible to our community. Your investment is helping create opportunities, empower entrepreneurs, and build lasting impact. Thank you for believing in the vision!! @dchfa @constellationenergy @mgmnationalharbor @americanexpress Main Street America and Wells Fargo

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BUSINESS ACCELERATOR: Generational Wealth Weekend by @official_blockshoppers & @ragas_consulting ❤️⚪️💙 @erikathebroker

Design & Balloons @pop_of_the_party
Graphics & Table Cloth Rentals @majesticallyuniqueevents
Rentals & Stage @dalissaeventspartyrentals
Florals @designxtrasintl

#balloons #dmvballoons #dmvevents #generationalwealth #generationslwealthbuilding

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BUSINESS ACCELERATOR: Generational Wealth Weekend by @official_blockshoppers & @ragas_consulting ❤️⚪️💙

Design & Balloons @pop_of_the_party
Graphics & Table Cloth Rentals @majesticallyuniqueevents
Rentals & Stage @dalissaeventspartyrentals
Florals @designxtrasintl
Balloon Distributor @balloons_direct @tuftexballoons (Scarlet, Naval & Silvery)

#balloons #dmvballoons #dmvevents #generationalwealth #generationslwealthbuilding

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2 days, Chicago. Are you ready? 🎤

In just two days, 15 small business owners from Chicago, Washington D.C., and Baltimore will take the stage to share the businesses they’ve built, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the impact they’re creating in their communities.

Get ready for:
✨ Live pitches
🤝 Meaningful networking
👀 Special guests
🎁 Giveaways
🍽️ Hors d’oeuvres & refreshments
🛍️A business expo featuring products, services, and exclusive offers

Limited FREE seats remain, register now at the link in bio!

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BUSINESS ACCELERATOR: Generational Wealth Weekend by @official_blockshoppers & @ragas_consulting ❤️⚪️💙

Reel 🎥 @pressurereels
Design & Balloons @pop_of_the_party
Graphics @majesticallyuniqueevents
Rentals & Stage @dalissaeventspartyrentals
Florals @designxtrasintl
Balloon Distributor @balloons_direct @tuftexballoons (Scarlet, Naval & Silvery)

#balloons #dmvballoons #dmvevents #generationalwealth #generationslwealthbuilding

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The panel is set! 🔥

We’re excited to reveal the judges who will be evaluating 15 small business owners at the first-ever Wells Fargo Small Business Fellowship Summit in Chicago, as they take the stage to share the businesses they’ve built and the impact they’re creating across their communities.

This live pitch competition brings together small business owners from Chicago, Washington D.C., and Baltimore, showcasing how they are increasing access to financial products and services and amplifying other small businesses in their communities. At the end of the evening, three winners will receive cash prizes.

Meet this year’s judges:
Erica Trejo, Wells Fargo’s Senior Vice President, Community Relations Chief Strategy Officer
Brad McConnell, CEO, Allies for Community Business
Irene Sherr, Deputy Bureau Chief, Cook County Bureau of Economic Development
Dwayne Griffith, Watson Institute's Vice President of Programs

Are you ready?
This is a free event, but seats are limited. Learn more and register at the link in bio.

📍 David Rubenstein Forum
📅 Monday, June 22, 2026
🕒 4:00-7:00 PM CT

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