Why Financial Literacy Matters for Small Business Owners
April is National Financial Literacy Month, a timely reminder that for small business owners, financial literacy is essential to stronger decisions, healthier operations, and long-term growth. This post explores how TAP’s partnership with Makahakama’s LaunchPad program helps entrepreneurs build the financial confidence and bookkeeping systems needed to move forward. 04/14/2026.
This National Financial Literacy Month, Small Business Owners Deserve More Than Advice. They Deserve an EDGE.
This National Financial Literacy Month, TAP highlights why small business owners need more than advice. EDGE is an eight-month program that helps entrepreneurs across New York City and Westchester build stronger financial habits, gain confidence, and grow with expert support. 04/10/26.
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The Acceleration Project & Citi Foundation Partner to Launch EDGE, a Financial Coaching Program for Small Businesses
TAP has launched the Economic Development & Growth for Entrepreneurs (EDGE) Program for small business owners, with support from the Citi Foundation. The eight-month program aims to strengthen both personal and business financial health among low to moderate-income small business owners across New York City and Westchester County. 04/08/06.
The Acceleration Project to Host ‘Spring for Small Business’ 2026 Benefit Honoring Matt Nord of Apollo Global Management
TAP will host its 2026 spring benefit, ‘Spring for Small Business’®, on Thursday, April 16th. The evening will celebrate entrepreneurship, highlight outstanding small business owners, and honor Matt Nord, Co-Head of Private Equity and Head of Hybrid at Apollo Global Management, for his leadership in advancing economic opportunity. 04/03/26.
5 Reasons TAP’s Volunteer Consultant Model Stands Out for Small Business Owners
In honor of International Women’s Month and TAP’s #GiveToGain campaign, this post highlights five reasons TAP’s volunteer consultant model stands out, from tailored support and meaningful expertise to trust, training, and flexibility. It also shows how the TAP model creates value in both directions, helping small business owners gain high-quality guidance while giving consultants a meaningful way to grow, lead, and give back. 3/18/2026.
Supreme Court’s Trump tariffs slap-down could limit, if not end, economic damage
TAP CEO Jane Veron is quoted in this Denver Gazette article, which examines how unpredictable tariff policy is driving higher costs, tighter margins, and greater uncertainty for small and medium-sized businesses. 02/27/2026.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Sweeping Tariffs
The Supreme Court’s rejection of the Trump tariffs spotlighted the disproportionate burden trade instability places on small and medium sized businesses. In this article, TAP CEO Jane Veron is quoted on what that uncertainty means for entrepreneurs facing higher costs, tighter margins, and more difficult decisions. 02/27/2026
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Spring for Small Business® - April 16, 2026
Join The Acceleration Project (TAP) for our signature benefit — an inspiring evening of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from 6:30–8:30 PM at Level 10 in the Starrett-Lehigh Building. The event will bring together leaders from finance, philanthropy, and the small business community to celebrate impact and entrepreneurship.
We are proud to honor 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.
Be part of launching the journey forward for small business owners nationwide. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact events@theaccelerationproject.org
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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