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MJ Renovation Group

MJ Renovation Group, a woman-owned construction company in Orlando founded by Jeniffer Salas and Marlon Mora, partnered with TAP to strengthen financial systems, expand into commercial projects, and boost profitability while scaling regional impact.

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The Acceleration Project (TAP) to Host Spring for Small Business® Benefit Honoring Peter Greene and MJ Renovation

Welcoming TAP’s New Consultant Cohort: Talent, Purpose, and Nationwide Impact

TAP welcomed a new cohort of 20+ consultants this spring, bringing expertise from finance, HR, marketing, law, and operations to support small business growth. From London to Portland to Goa, these professionals are already fueling transformation and community impact. 5/5/25

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Financial Literacy Month: Fueling Confidence, Policy Change, and Entrepreneurial Growth

During Financial Literacy Month, TAP highlights how financial knowledge fuels stability and growth for small business owners. From advocating SEC policy changes to equipping Brooklyn snack company It’s Nola with tools and templates, TAP is driving smarter decisions and long-term resilience. 5/1/25

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The Power of Partnerships: TAP and N.E.W. Unite to Support Food Entrepreneurs

At the EAT Restaurant and Food Service Summit in Los Angeles, TAP partnered with New Economics for Women to deliver hands-on strategies in pricing, margins, and menu engineering. With 100% of attendees reporting satisfaction, the collaboration showcased the power of partnerships to uplift food entrepreneurs. 4/21/25

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TAP Consultants Making an Impact Nationwide

TAP’s 200+ volunteer consultants bring business expertise, cultural fluency, and compassion to help small business owners grow with confidence. In return, they gain leadership development, professional community, and a renewed sense of purpose. 4/15/25

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From Forum to Field: Jane Veron on Building a Future Where Small Businesses Thrive

At the Milken Institute Finance Forum, TAP CEO Jane Veron joined leaders across finance, philanthropy, and policy to spotlight small business as a driver of economic resilience. Her reflections underscored the urgency of pairing capital with expert guidance to fuel growth and succession. 4/4/2025

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The Power of Partnerships: How Collaboration Fuels Small Business Growth

TAP and KeyBank launched the Business Growth Accelerator in Cleveland, providing entrepreneurs with workshops on branding, financial literacy, and credit management paired with one-on-one coaching. Early results show nearly 100% of participants gained confidence and actionable steps for long-term growth. 3/21/2025

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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, Partner and Co-Head of Equity 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.

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.

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