Increasing H.O.P.E, Incorporated (Helping Others Prosper Economically), the host agency for the Charleston-based SBA Women’s Business Center, and Capitol Consulting Strategies, LLC, (CCS) a research-based governmental relations and public policy strategy consulting firm, have joined forces to elevate the voices of small businesses and individuals interested in learning more about financial literacy.
As such, during the upcoming ‘Money Fair: Down with Debt. Up with H.O.P.E!’, Krystel Reid Heath, Chief Strategist and CEO of CCS will facilitate a bi-partisan community and small business public policy panel discussion with Representative J. A. Moore (D,District 115 of Berkeley and Charleston counties), Representative Kathy Landing (R, District 80 of Charleston county), and Senator Sean Bennett (R, District 38 of Charleston and Dorchester counties) on April 27th from 10 am to 11 am at the Opportunity Center, 8570 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29406.
Immediately following the panel discussion, the event will continue with community classes and sessions until 2 pm. This event marks the 16th year of the Money Fair, drawing over 150 participants annually. Registration for individual attendees are complimentary, while sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available for a fee.
You can register to attend Money Fair at this link.
Money Fair serves as a vital educational platform, empowering Charleston residents to invest in their financial futures and supporting the growth of small businesses. In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, Money Fair is dedicated to fostering financial freedom and entrepreneurship.
“Money impacts every area of our lives, therefore it's important to have events like the Money Fair with a focus of equipping members of our community on their journey to financial freedom and wealth generation. There is no better way to celebrate National Financial Literacy Month and our 19th year of service”, says Dorothea Bernique, AFC, Executive Director of Increasing
H.O.P.E. Through various classes, vendors, and products, the event aims to cultivate financial literacy and empower individuals and small businesses alike.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy and individuals from local communities power our workforce. Whether you own a business or are seeking to learn more about personal finance, it’s important to understand the policy environment, as public policy is multi-faceted and impacts taxes, business regulations, communities, individuals, and families. I am looking forward to facilitating this solution-based discussion with public policymakers and individuals during the community and small business public policy panel to highlight local needs”, says Krystel Reid Heath, MSW, Chief Strategist and CEO, Capitol Consulting Strategies, LLC.
