Bigger & Better Business
Bigger and Better Business became the first national program of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. It was first introduced to the fraternity at the Tenth Anniversary Conclave held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in December 1924. When Bigger and Better Business was adopted as a national program, special emphasis was placed on work with Negro businesses. The main purpose at the time was to encourage Negro business to improve their business acumen, efficiency and service to the public in order to favorably compete with other businesses.
Bigger and Better Business Initiatives:
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Sigma Small Business Networking
Project Seed
The Sigma Economic Empowerment Development Project (Project SEED) is a Bigger & Better Business program developed to focus on Financial Management. This focus provides useful information delivered in the form of workshops and benefits Phi Beta Sigma members, families, and communities. The program’s components are economically viable and relevant and current concerns of our membership.
Topics
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401(k) plans and other tax differed plans
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Budgeting your work, working your budget
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Building your child’s education fund
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Building your financial portfolio on $25 a month
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Choosing the components of your financial portfolio
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Making the most of your retirement
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Successful money management
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Tax return preparation
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Assistance with bad credit ratings
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Refinancing advice
Sigma Small Business Networking
This is a unique opportunity where local businesses will meet and network with like-minded business professionals to discuss growing their business, maximize revenue and Brand Awareness while pitching for business referrals. Each participant is given an opportunity to present to other delegates in the room; talking about their products, services, experience, expertise and the types of customers the business needs.
OAS Sponsorship Agreement
Welcome business owner. We would like for you to be a business sponsor of OAS chapter of Phi Beta Sigma. The annual cost is $200.00 As a sponsor, you will receive the following benefits:
1. A 15-20 minute presentation at one of our chapter's meetings.
2. Your business logo is placed on our chapter's website as one of our sponsors.
3. Table to promote your business at our annual business expo.
a. Will be able to promote your business by passing out marketing materials that promote your business.
b. Symposium is open to the pubilc; invitation will be given to all local Sigma and Zeta chapters.
c. Marketing of the event will be done by OAS Bigger and Better Business committee.
d. Entry in the Shark Tank competition.
4.Participation as a business in our Black weekend initiative.
5. Participation in our Black spend monthly initiative (will be able to provide a 10-15 minute presentation at one of our chapter meetings.
6. Shark Tank winners video will be placed on our website and each business will receive their own copy of the video.
Payment Options:
Two $100 monthly payments, first installment by 3/1/2023.
Second installment to be paid by 4/21/2023.
*Please note. Failure to comply with the installment agreement will result in you being removed as a business sponsor.