News12: The Acceleration Project’ aims to connect minority business owners with resources during pandemic

When COVID-19 struck, TAP immediately ramped up its efforts, offering free emergency services, loan guidance, and virtual sales support to minority-women business owners. One client, Mama Faye of Taaru Majeure, credits TAP with helping her with marketing and storytelling so her business could adapt and survive.

The Acceleration Project Receives Grant from Westchester Community Foundation to Fuel its Work with Small Businesses

Soma Magazine: Giving Back

SOMA Living Magazine spotlights how TAP channels professional talent to support underserved small businesses. The article details TAP’s innovative model of pairing pro bono consultants with entrepreneurs to drive growth and resilience.

Jane Veron on Back to Basics - The Desire to Give Back

TAP CEO and co-founder Jane Veron joined Leticia Latino on the Back to Basics podcast. She shared her journey from corporate leadership to championing small businesses. The conversation highlights how TAP empowers women and entrepreneurs of color. It’s a story of purpose, resilience, and creating lasting community impact.

Lohud: Scarsdale Firm Helps Small Businesses Emerge from COVID-19 Crisis

When COVID-19 brought small businesses to a halt, TAP stepped in with free consulting and emergency services. From negotiating rent cuts to navigating PPP loans, TAP has helped women and minority-owned businesses stay afloat.

USA Today: TAP Helps Small Businesses Emerge from COVID-19 Crisis

Jane on Bloomberg Radio

Jane Veron lays out how TAP is stepping up to support small businesses struggling through the economic fallout. She explains the nonprofit’s strategy including financial guidance,

Jane on Cheddar "How TAP is Helping Small Business" During COVD-19

Hear how TAP has helped small businesses owners during the COVID-19 crisis

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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.

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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