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Aug 4, 20222 min read
Wine, Music, and Inspiration
After falling in love with the music scene in Washington D.C., Tammie Scott was inspired to open a wine and jazz lounge that encompassed...
Jul 28, 202211 min read
Celebrate Black Business Month by Supporting These Black-Owned Businesses
It's vital to be both a social and economic ally. At ECDI, our clients represent a diverse array of businesses, including restaurants,...
May 31, 20222 min read
10 Must-Eat Spots To Visit This Summer
What better way to kick off the summer than sitting on a patio with a refreshing beverage and mouth-watering food? Whether you're meeting...
Feb 24, 20222 min read
ECDI is the First CDFI in Ohio to Receive Finance Justice Fund
Loan fund to help advance social, economic, and racial justice in communities experiencing poverty and disinvestment Columbus, OH...
Feb 11, 20222 min read
Podcasts Every Black Woman Entrepreneur Needs In Her Rotation
If you’ve been wanting to expand your podcast game, here’s your chance. As an entrepreneur, it’s important to surround yourself with...
Feb 3, 20223 min read
Valentine’s Day Gifts From Small Businesses
We have rounded up great local gift ideas to help you support local this Valentine’s Day! Whether you're looking to treat your...
Jan 31, 20223 min read
ECDI Receives $865,000 Grant From Wells Fargo “Open For Business” Fund
Contribution to ECDI will provide support statewide and help get small businesses back to growth Columbus, OH (January 31, 2022) - Wells...
Jan 14, 20222 min read
Fonda Williams To Head ECDI’s Government Relations Efforts
Canton Deputy Mayor leaves office to focus on supporting minority- and woman-owned small businesses (COLUMBUS, OH) – ECDI has named Fonda...
Nov 23, 20213 min read
Ohio Small Business Gift Guide
Think local this holiday season! Make it a December to remember. Shopping small keeps your money in our local economy to help make our...
Nov 5, 20212 min read
The Heart of Stylish LéNese
Shawnte Barker’s mother thought it was silly that her 8-year-old daughter asked for a sewing machine for her birthday. Little did she...
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