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The Most Underrated Business Strategy? Asking for Help.

In her latest Substack article, TAP CEO Jane Veron emphasizes that asking for help is not a weakness. It is the strategy that separates founders who break through from those who stay stuck. 09/23/26

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Jane Veron, TAP CEO, speaking with two women at an event, illustrating the power of human connection and asking for help in small business growth

Exodus Bagels: From Pickup Window to Profitable Retail

How Exodus Bagels, a decade-old Boston institution, built the financial foundation to open its doors.

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Priscilla Andrade and Adam Hirsh, co-founders of Exodus Bagels supported by TAP

Free AI Training for Small Business Owners in NYC Through TAP and NYC SBS

A citywide partnership is bringing hands-on AI workshops to entrepreneurs across all five boroughs. 09/15/26

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NYC Department of Small Business Services logo accompanying TAP partnership announcement on free AI workshops for small business owners

Small Business Owners Can't Afford to Ignore Their Numbers

Understanding which products are profitable and whether your revenue supports your salary is foundational to building a business that truly works for you. TAP can help you start for free. 09/10/2026

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Small business owner reviewing financial charts and profitability spreadsheets with support from The Acceleration Project (TAP) to drive business growth and income generation.

NewsChannel5 Nashville: Follow-Up On TAP's Free 10-Month Coaching Program

TAP's EDGE program was featured in a follow-up segment and written piece as the Tennessee application deadline approached. 09/02/2026

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NewsChannel5 Nashville logo support for economic development and small business growth through The Acceleration Project's EDGE program

A New Partnership Helps Upper Manhattan Small Business Owners Plan for Growth

TAP and UMEZ launched free workshops helping Upper Manhattan small business owners with financial forecasting and customer retention strategies for growth. 08/27/26

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Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation logo helping small business owners with financial forecasting alongside The Acceleration Project (TAP).

Xist Publishing: Turning a Major Revenue Disruption into a Fresh Start

Calee Lee and Xist Publishing's journey from platform dependency to a sustainable, diversified business.

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Calee Lee, Founder and President of Xist Publishing, a small business owner supported by The Acceleration Project's (TAP) pro bono consulting program.

After 14 Years, Here Is What I Have Learned About Measuring Small Business Impact

In her latest Substack article, TAP CEO Jane Veron reflects on what she has learned about measuring small business success and why human connection is the key metric behind TAP's model. 08/25/2026

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The Acceleration Project (TAP) CEO Jane Veron sitting down with Sheneka Dalmage, owner and founder of Touchd Medical Spa, supporting small business mentorship.
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Spring for Small Business®  - April 16, 2026

Spring for Small Business® was The Acceleration Project’s signature benefit, an inspiring evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and connection at Level 10 in the Starrett-Lehigh Building. The event brought together leaders from finance, philanthropy, and the small business community to celebrate impact, entrepreneurship, and the small business owners driving local economies forward.

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TAP was honored to recognize Matt Nord, Co-Head of Private Equity and Head of Hybrid at Apollo, for his leadership and commitment to economic empowerment, and to present TAP’s 3rd Annual Small Business Owner of the Year Award to an exceptional TAP client.

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Although the event has passed, the opportunity to support its mission continues. Contributions are still being accepted through May 15 to help TAP launch the journey forward for small business owners nationwide.

Fall for Small Business – October 8, 2025

TAP's Be the Catalyst event brought together our team, consultants, and partners for an evening centered on purpose and possibility.

Elizabeth Gore, Co-founder & President of Hello Alice , reflected on how entrepreneurship creates both opportunity and resilience and how TAP's guidance complements capital. 

TAP CEO Jane Veron moderated a fireside chat with two inspiring business owners and past clients Dr. Justin Vaidyan of Arise Physical Therapy and Margaret Barrow of It's Nola.

Recognized for Transparency & Empowerment

We’re proud to align with leading organizations that champion transparency, accountability, and sustainable small business growth.

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