March 14, 2023, By PBSWest.org

The Billboard Jackson Entrepreneurial Development program is designed to invest in members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. who wish to start a business. The program is a component of the fraternity’s Sigma Business Initiative, which is the networking and small business support arm of its Bigger and Better Business Program. Through the program, Phi Beta Sigma will provide start-up capital to fraternity members who present outstanding business plans at its biannual International Conclave meeting. An expert panel of businessmen will objectively evaluate each presentation according to a rubric system. The fraternity will recognize the outstanding businesses with investment capital to assist in their start-up venture.

To apply, simply complete and return the application, along with your business plan, to your Regional Bigger and Better Business Director. A panel of judges will review all application packets and will select finalists for the fall competition. All finalists will then be assembled and asked to present their business plan and idea to the panel; from there, the panel will select the two grant winners.