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The Greenwood Beat - WFPG is on Fire

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The Greenwood Beat - WFPG is on Fire Everyone is buzzing about the recent developments at The Greenwood Beat - WFPG , as the radio station embarks on an exciting new chapter. This transformation is led by the strategic partnership between Dr . Angela K. Chambers, CEO , and Starr Fisher, COO . Together, they are at the helm of Oklahoma's first woman-owned radio station and the pioneering station on the historic Greenwood Avenue, once known as the original Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A Voice for Greenwood The Greenwood Beat was honored as "The Voice of Greenwood" by Dr. Freeman Culver, president of the Historic Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, during the World Class annual fundraising gala in 2023. The station is committed to embodying this role, amplifying the voices and stories of the community. Expanding Horizons In addition to its dynamic music and engaging shows, WFPG is expanding its outreach by sharing valuable information on its blog and offeri...

2nd Annual World Class Winter Charity Gala Is Here

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  The 1 st Annual World Class Winter Charity Gala held in 2021 was a huge success. Attended by over 500 guests, the event helped collect generous donations to support women-owned and minority businesses in Tulsa. The event will be back this year on December 17 th . How Women-Owned Businesses Make an Impact on the Economy Women-led small businesses have proved to be a vital force to uplift the economy. By 2022, there are 13 million women-owned businesses across the US. And this number is constantly increasing. These businesses create employment opportunities and offer over 9 million professionals career opportunities. The total revenue generated by women-owned business entities has reached $1.9 trillion which is plausible. However, it’s important to support them and take measures to resolve issues facing businesses led by women. Lack of financial resources, limited partnership options, and glass ceiling, are among the major issues that hinder their growth. GCC Supporting Women-Owne...