In this episode, Melinda Emerson introduces Dr. Michelle Walker-Davis, exploring her journey and the significance of her title, “$850 Billion Boss.” They discuss common myths about grants and the competitive nature of government contracts. The conversation delves into the role of AI and generative technology at Imperial Management Group, emphasizing the importance of documentation for engagements. Dr. Walker-Davis highlights financial readiness for business investments and addresses funding challenges faced by women and minorities.

Michelle Walker Davis is a serial entrepreneur, global speaker, author, and social justice advocate for women in business. Known as the “$850 Billion Dollar Boss,” she is a nationally recognized expert in grants, government contracting, and funding strategy. Michelle is the CEO and Founder of Imperial Management Group (IMG), the only AI generative tech development firm dedicated to helping minority-serving organizations and communities access public and private funding. Under her leadership, IMG has helped clients secure more than $50 million in grants and government contracts, building capacity, sustainability, and long-term economic impact. For more information https://www.imgconsulting.info

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This week on SmallBizChat Podcast:

• Mindset and preparation are critical for small business owners to successfully compete for grants and government contracts.
• Investing in your business, including thorough documentation and financial readiness, is essential to demonstrate credibility and capacity to potential funders.
• Persistence and leveraging technology, like AI and generative tech, can provide a significant edge in identifying and securing funding opportunities.

Resources Mentioned:

Online Courses:  https://smallbizladyuniversity.com

Connect with Michelle Walker-Davis:

Website:  https://www.imgconsulting.info
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-walker-davis
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/michellewalkerdavis
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mwalkerdavis
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michellewalkerdav5

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