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From Heritage to Innovation: AAPI Entrepreneurs Building the Future of Business

You’ve heard the numbers. Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders own more than 2 million businesses in the United States — employing millions, generating hundreds of billions in revenue, and shaping industries from food and beverage to tech to consumer goods. But here’s what the numbers don’t tell you: every one of those businesses […]
May 5, 2026
5 min read
Inspiring Stories of Our Owners

Breaking Barriers: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way

March is Women’s History Month—a time to celebrate the women who’ve shaped our world. And right now, some of the most important history-making is happening in boardrooms, garages, and home offices across America, where women entrepreneurs are building the future. Here’s what that looks like in numbers: Women now own 42% of all U.S. businesses, […]
March 1, 2026
6 min read
Small Business Funding

Announcing the American Dream Awards Recipients!

Hello Alice presents the American Dream Awards to honor small businesses embodying the modern American Dream with innovation, community impact, and sustainable practices.
May 13, 2024
2 min read
Small Business Funding

Announcing the 2024 Invest in Progress Grant Recipients

We’re excited to announce the recipients of the 2024 Invest in Progress Grant, a collaborative initiative by Sage and The BOSS Network. This partnership has seen Sage commit $1.5 million over three years to empower small businesses with the resources they need to thrive. The selected recipients stand out for their dedication to community, entrepreneurial […]
March 28, 2024
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Small Business Funding

2023 Small Business Grants in Review

This year, grants were awarded to over 1,400 individual businesses to support their long-term growth. Join us in congratulating all the recipients and learn more about how to achieve your business goals in 2024.
March 1, 2024
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Small Business Funding

Announcing the BGE Energizing Small Business Grants Round 2 of 2023, with funding from Howard County!

Maryland small business owners can now apply for the next round of a grant program funded by BGE and Howard County in partnership with Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network. In 2023, the BGE Energizing Small Business grant program, with funding from Howard County, is offering funding to help central Maryland businesses succeed and thrive. Applications […]
July 20, 2023
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