Strategic Innovation for
Economic Empowerment
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, under-resourced communities continue to face challenges in accessing the resources, networks, and opportunities needed to thrive. At BOOST Strategy Group, we address these challenges by activating entrepreneurial ecosystems™ and driving economic growth through strategic innovation. Our work focuses on creating inclusive economic opportunities for entrepreneurs and workforce development programs that empower individuals, businesses, and communities alike.
By partnering with corporations, governments, and local organizations, we help build strong, sustainable ecosystems where businesses can grow, cities can prosper, and people can achieve their full potential. Through our collaborative efforts, we have sparked transformative change across urban ecosystems nationwide.
Impact Statistics
Empowering Workforce & Entrepreneurs for Economic Growth:
01. 90% of under-resourced entrepreneurs report improved business outcomes after working with BOOST Strategy Group.
02. $500 million in economic lift generated across multiple urban ecosystems through our programs (Source: BOOST internal impact reports).
03. Entrepreneurship is a major driver of economic growth: According to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, small businesses account for 90% of businesses worldwide and are responsible for more than 50% of global employment.
04. Workforce development is critical for long-term economic sustainability: A McKinsey study found that targeted workforce development initiatives can boost local economies by up to $1.4 trillion in GDP by 2030, driven by higher employment and skills training in industries like technology, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing.
05. Collaborated with dozens of corporations to foster inclusive supply chain opportunities, generating long-term economic uplift in diverse communities.
Impact Statistics
Entrepreneurship as a Pathway to Wealth Creation:
01. Small businesses create two-thirds of new jobs: According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), small businesses are responsible for two-thirds of net new job creation.
02. Under-resourced entrepreneurs face barriers to growth: A BCG report shows that Black-owned businesses are twice as likely to be turned down for bank loans compared to white-owned businesses, despite having identical credit profiles.
03. Closing the racial wealth gap could add $1.5 trillion to the U.S. economy over the next decade, highlighting the need for equitable investment in Black and Latinx entrepreneurs.