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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

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

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.

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

The Acceleration Project (TAP) CEO Jane Veron sitting down with Sheneka Dalmage, owner and founder of Touchd Medical Spa, supporting small business mentorship.

Charity Matters Podcast: Jane Veron on Helping Entrepreneurs Thrive

In this conversation, TAP CEO Jane Veron speaks with Charity Matters host Heidi Johnson about how a successful corporate career, raising her children, and a passion for solving problems led her to build TAP, helping thousands of entrepreneurs thrive nationwide. 08/20/2026

Charity MattersPodcast logo featuring Heidi Johnson and The Acceleration Project (TAP) CEO Jane Veron's discussion on creating TAP and mentoring small businesses.

Wings of Inspired Business Podcast: Jane Veron Talks Kickstarting Wealth Creation And Scalable Systems For Female Founders

On the Wings of Inspired Business podcast, TAP CEO Jane Veron and Melinda Wittstock talk about how female founders can break through barriers to scale and thrive even in uncertain times. 08/18/2026

Melinda Wittstock and Wings of Inspired Business logo supporting small business growth and entrepreneurship.

The Acceleration Project Opens Applications to EDGE, the Financial Coaching Program for Small Businesses

Small business owners across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina,
Tennessee, Southern New Jersey, and Greater Philadelphia are invited to apply to join EDGE until August 31. 08/17/2026

EDGE financial coaching program logo and Truist Foundation support for economic development and small business growth.

SmallBizChat Podcast: Jane Veron Discusses How to Leverage Coaching to Grow Your Business

TAP CEO Jane Veron and Melinda Emerson on the SmallBizChat Podcast discussing how coaching helps small business owners overcome challenges and grow. 08/11/2026

SmallBizChat Podcast logo featuring Melinda Emerson and The Acceleration Project (TAP) discussion on coaching for small business growth.
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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.

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.

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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