Navigating the EIDL Crisis: Free Help for Small Businesses

During the pandemic, small businesses stepped up. As the EIDL crisis deepens, it’s time for real resources, proactive support, and clarity for business owners. 06/18/2026.

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TAP CEO Jane Veron named a Woman to KNOW in New York

TAP CEO Jane Veron has been honored as a Woman to KNOW in New York for her leadership in empowering small business owners.

Forward Collective Group: Strategic Positioning & Revenue Growth

Discover how Kalyn Romaine of Forward Collective Group partnered with TAP to generate $8K in sales in 3 months and drive 100% of revenue via social media.

Faces by Liliana: Refining Brand Strategy for Growth

Learn how Faces by Liliana built a brand strategy through TAP's Deep Dive, resulting in an 18% increase in orders and 11% sales growth.

The Acceleration Project & Truist Expand Small Business Coaching

TAP and Truist Foundation partner to expand the EDGE program, bringing free financial coaching to 500 small business owners across six regions. 06/11/2026.

TAP & Truist Foundation Partner to Expand Business Coaching

Featured on Yahoo Finance: TAP and Truist Foundation partner to bring two years of EDGE financial coaching to 500 small business owners across six regions. 06/11/2026.

Help Your Community Access Free Small Business Coaching

The Acceleration Project's EDGE Program is expanding to five states and Philadelphia. Community partners are needed to help spread the word. Learn more here. 06/11/2026.

SBA EIDL Loan Default: Step-by-Step Small Business Guide

Small business owners are being blindsided by COVID era EIDL loan collections. Learn how TAP helps default borrowers move from confusion to clarity. 06/04/2026.

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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.

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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.

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