To Sapreea English, being a Black-owned business is about “being a pillar, and continuously reaching out to my community...you can’t demand change if you’re not the change.”
English, who was working at her salon during her interview with 19 News Thursday, is in favor of the plan: “For somebody else to market you on top of you marketing yourself, the extra marketing is really good.”
The restaurant owners hope the program can translate into support beyond the month of February, especially within the business space, where it can be difficult to break through. English also hopes to see an extensive community backing, as small businesses can create a significant impact back home. To her, being a Black-owned business is about “being a pillar, and continuously reaching out to my community...you can’t demand change if you’re not the change.”
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