We're bursting with excitement to announce that Centro Community Partners has not only been awarded first place at the prestigious 2024 Inspire Awards but also secured the title of Audience Favorite! This incredible double win translates to a combined $325,000 award from the Truist Foundation – a massive investment in our mission!
The Inspire Award recognizes Centro's innovative spirit and vision of an AI-powered, community-based virtual hub called Centro CEO that provides fair and inclusive access to resources for women and BIPOC entrepreneurs in underserved communities,empowering them to start and grow small businesses by creating a national virtual ecosystem of small business support services.
“This award isn’t just for us; it’s for our entire community,” said Arturo Noriega, founder and CEO of Centro Community Partners. “The impact will be far-reaching and deep. The support from the Truist Foundation will enable us to make investments in engineering, marketing, and new team members that will help us provide culturally and linguistically relevant, innovative solutions to address the barriers that so many entrepreneurs face helping diverse small business owners thrive.”
This recognition goes beyond just funding. It validates our dedication to empowering small businesses through innovative technology and customized AI solutions and fuels our ongoing commitment to building resilient local communities.
A heartfelt thank you to the Truist Foundation for this incredible honor, to our dedicated community, our valued partners, and most importantly, to the passionate entrepreneurs we serve. Together, we're building a brighter future where all small businesses have the opportunity and resources to thrive.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates on our journey – This is just the beginning!
Watch Centro Community Partners 2024 Inspire Awards Truist Foundation, here.