Politics & Government
City Of South Bend To Host Business Expo At Charles Black Community Center On July 17
A Vendor Marketplace with 40 local businesses, including food service, fashion, accessories, beauty, wellness and more.
July 15, 2021

The City of South Bend’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion is hosting its first Small Business Launch Pad event to celebrate the resilience of our community and small businesses during the economic challenges of the last year.
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“The Office of Diversity and Inclusion’s ongoing investment Black-, Women-, and minority-owned Businesses will have an impact that lasts long after this event,” said Michael Patton, Diversity and Inclusion Officer. “That’s why the title Launch Pad is so appropriate for the work being done!”
- A Vendor Marketplace with 40 local businesses, including food service, fashion, accessories, beauty, wellness and more
- Music & Entertainment from The Dream Team Live and more
- Fun & Games for kids including arts and crafts projects and Bouncy Houses
- Basketball 3 point shootout, dunk contest, and youth skills training hosted by the local Legendary Era Basketball League
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