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2025 Plant Your Contract Business Mixer

Diverse Chamber of Commerce Business Mixer Connecticut

“Plant Your Contract” Workshop Hosted by Regional Ambassador Latoya Brown-Clayton

On May 3rd, 2025, the Diverse Chamber of Commerce, led by Regional Ambassador Northeast Latoya Brown-Clayton, hosted an inspiring and impactful workshop titled “Plant Your Contract” in Plainville, Connecticut. The event was designed to empower small business owners and entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools necessary to succeed in government contracting—a critical pathway to wealth building and economic growth within minority communities.

2025 Plant Your Contract Business Mixer

Event Details:

Host: Latoya Brown-Clayton, a Hartford-based business owner and passionate advocate for entrepreneurial success.
 
Location: Hosted at Latoya’s business, creating an intimate, community-focused environment that fostered collaboration and open dialogue.
 
Focus: Preparing small business owners and entrepreneurs to navigate the complexities of government contracting, from establishing their business foundations to understanding bid processes and documentation requirements.

Workshop Highlights:

Latoya shared her personal journey navigating the government contracting landscape, offering practical insights, tips, and strategies.

Attendees learned essential steps such as business setup, preparing necessary documentation, and responding effectively to bid requests.
 
The session emphasized the importance of preparation, confidence, and community support to unlock government contracting opportunities.
 
Attendees’ Business Profiles:
 
A property development business focused on fostering community connections and addressing social issues.
 
A management consulting firm exploring new opportunities within the contracting space.
 
A financial literacy organization supporting the Caribbean diaspora through financial empowerment.
 
A grant writing service specializing in community impact projects.
 
A financial services business providing back-office support to entrepreneurs and small businesses.
2025 Plant Your Contract Business Mixer

Chamber Support & Resources:

The Diverse Chamber of Commerce continues to support small business owners and entrepreneurs by providing resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to help them thrive in government contracting and beyond.

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