Name: Andrena Sawyer

Current Title: President P.E.R.K. Consulting

About Andrena:

Andrena Sawyer is the President of P.E.R.K. Consulting, an advisory firm for small to mid-sized nonprofits and businesses.

For her work with nonprofits and small businesses, she has received numerous awards including the Startup Africa Woman Entrepreneur of the Year award, The Black Business Review's 40 Under 40, The International Alliance for Women World of Difference 100 Award, the Women-Owned Small Business Award by the Associated Black Charities, and the Hope for Africa Leadership in Community Development Award.

In addition to her work with entrepreneurs and nonprofits, she is the author of several books, including The Misadventures of a New Entrepreneur: 5 Things They Won't Teach You in Business School

DURING THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSSED:

• How to plan for the future/longevity for your business
• The importance of a business plan and how to create clear strategies
• How to prepare for a business pitch and what key things to include/be mindful of
• How to navigate your way around barriers such as access to resources and funding
• The importance of staying true to your passion and ideas

For complete show notes and resources mentioned for this episode go to: blacktobusiness.com/57

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