Month: May 2025

At the Birmingham Business Resource Center (BBRC), we believe that every entrepreneur deserves a real shot at success. That’s not just a slogan — it’s a mission grounded in decades of dedicated work by our founder and executive director, Bob Dickerson. If you’re wondering why BBRC exists, or how we…

Recent data confirms a troubling truth: the racial wealth gap in the United States is not only persistent—it is widening. For Black small business owners, this growing disparity poses both challenges and opportunities that must be addressed with urgency and strategic action. The Numbers Behind the Gap According to the…

Whether you’re applying for funding, preparing your taxes, or simply making better business decisions, understanding your financial statements is essential. At BBRC, we often meet small business owners who are passionate about their products and services but less confident when it comes to their finances. If that sounds like you,…

Small business owners are the backbone of the economy, driving innovation, job creation, and community growth. However, 2025 presents unique challenges that entrepreneurs must navigate to ensure success. Below are the top five challenges facing small business owners this year, along with strategies to overcome them. Economic Uncertainty and Inflation…

Meet LeNardo Oliver, Co-Owner of Q Rock Movers LLC, and learn how a BBRC connection helped take his business to the next level. Four years ago, LeNardo Oliver hustled daily to find steady work. As the co-owner of Q Rock Movers LLC, a dump truck hauling company, he often picked…