Mentorship

Making Waves in Water Safety and Equity with Sea Scope Inc.

In today’s corporate landscape, fostering equity is not just about workplace diversity; it’s also about giving back to the community in lasting ways. One organization leading this charge in Indianapolis is Sea Scope Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to equipping residents of marginalized communities, especially minority youth, with water safety skills and introducing them to career […]

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S.E.A. Leaders Training Institute: Strengthening Indiana’s Economy Through Small Business and Customer Experience Development

As Indiana’s economy continues to grow, the S.E.A. Leaders Training Institute is playing a crucial role by equipping small businesses and their customer-facing employees with tools for excellence in customer service and customer experience. Small businesses make up 99.4% of all companies in Indiana and employ nearly half of the private workforce, making their success

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How IndyGo Leveraged the BEI Workforce Pilot to Drive DEI Progress

As Indiana’s largest public transportation provider, IndyGo is committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Leveraging Business Equity for Indy’s (BEI) Workforce Pilot, IndyGo has executed a new diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy designed to foster a culture of belonging for its employees. This initiative, named IndyGo DRIVE, was spearheaded by Lloyd

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Empowering Black Entrepreneurs Through Mentorship:

  Mentors of Color is on a mission to elevate minority entrepreneurs by fostering meaningful mentorship relationships that provide guidance, resources, and opportunities for growth. At the heart of the organization’s mission is a commitment to breaking down the barriers that Black professionals often face in advancing their careers and scaling their businesses. By connecting

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Celebrating Culture, Community, and Local Entrepreneurship: Chicken & Beer Festival – Indianapolis Returns for Its Fourth Year

Chicken & Beer Festival is set to return to Indianapolis for its fourth consecutive year, offering a unique celebration of culture, community, and local entrepreneurship. More than just a gathering of food lovers, the event—held at University Park on October 19, 2024, from 2 to 8 p.m.—aims to break down cultural barriers and challenge stereotypes,

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Advancing Equity Through Mentorship: Celebrating 40 Years of Impact with 100 Black Men of Indianapolis

As we approach the 40th Anniversary Gala of 100 Black Men of Indianapolis, it’s a time to reflect on the profound impact this organization has had over the past four decades—not only in shaping the lives of young people but also in contributing to the broader efforts toward equity in our city. For those of

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BEI Partners with Mentors of Color for Speed Networking Event

Business Equity for Indy (BEI) and Mentors of Color hosted the Mentors of Color Brunch and Networking Event, an event for 40 Black young professionals and local business leaders at 16 Tech. This event was focused on building mentoring relationships with Black professionals. Mentors and mentees included leaders from Be Nimble, Black Onyx Management, Cummins,

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