Business assistance includes grants totaling $500,000, plus computer equipment, advertising, business consulting, and education.
Houston, Texas –NewsDirect– Comcast Texas
Today, Comcast announced Houston as one of five cities where eligible small businesses can apply to the nationally recognized Comcast RISE program for the opportunity to receive business assistance grants. The program will provide a total of $500,000 in grants, as well as technology modifications, marketing support, media schedules, coaching sessions, and educational support.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and essential to building strong, thriving communities,” said Lauren Hudson, Comcast Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer. . “Comcast RISE is proud to empower and support the expansion and growth of these businesses and entrepreneurs.”
From May 1st to May 31st, eligible businesses in Houston. Atlanta, Georgia. Southern Colorado. Jacksonville, Florida and Richmond, Virginia can apply for the opportunity to receive a grant package at www.ComcastRISE.com. A total of 500 businesses, 100 businesses per city, will be awarded business support grants including:
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Coaching session – General business assessment and coaching that provides business owners with recommendations on how to grow their business.
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educational resources – 12 months of access to online entrepreneurship courses, learning modules, and resources for small business owners.
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Financial subsidy – $5,000 monetary grant.
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Creative production and media – Turnkey production of 30-second TV commercials, plus media strategy consulting and a 180-day media placement schedule. (Taxes and other fees may apply to production and media services.)
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Comcast Business Technology Transformation – Provides computer equipment, internet, voice, and cybersecurity services for 12 months. (Taxes and other fees may apply to technology modification services.)
Past Houston-area Comcast RISE winners include Mala Sichuan Bistro, LAMIK Beauty and 132 Design.
“Comcast RISE provided support at the perfect time. We didn't just expand our office and expand our reach. We were able to quickly join a community of support. ” says Ashley Gomez, co-founder of 132 Design. “Becoming part of the Comcast RISE family has truly opened the floodgates to new opportunities. Now, we're helping other businesses grow in the city we love.”
Comcast RISE is the company's comprehensive effort to advance digital equity through programs and partnerships that connect people, foster economic mobility, and open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers, and creators. This is part of Project UP.
Now in its fourth year, Comcast RISE has awarded more than $125 million in financial, marketing and technology grants to 13,500 small businesses nationwide. More information and applications are available at www.ComcastRISE.com.
About Comcast Corporation:
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide to the content and experiences we create, our business reaches hundreds of millions of customers, viewers and guests around the world. We offer world-class broadband, wireless and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business and Sky. We produce, distribute and stream leading entertainment, sports and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock and Sky. And we bring amazing theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. For more information, please visit www.comcastcorporation.com.
About Comcast Business:
Comcast Business offers a broad suite of technology solutions to help businesses of all sizes prepare for: Comcast Business offers a wide range of connectivity, secure networking, advanced cybersecurity and unified communications solutions, partners with business and technology leaders across the industry, and integrates Masergy, a leader in software-defined networking. and help drive business forward. Powered by our next-generation network, Comcast Business is recognized for our growth, innovation and leadership in global secure networking. For more information, call 800-501-6000. X Follow @ComcastBusiness and other social media networks at http://business.comcast.com/social.
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