| Increasing MBE Competitiveness through Strategic Alliances Title: Increasing MBE Competitiveness through Strategic Alliances
Category: Entrepreneurship
Date: 2008
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The paper provides practical information on how to identify the best suited strategic ally that can help a minority business enterprise (MBE) grow, secure new business, and compete in the global economy. Minority entrepreneurs are advised to first analyze their desired value proposition and customer base before seeking out a strategic relationship. The paper was written by Professor Len Greenhalgh, from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, in collaboration with the Minority Business Development Agency.
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| | Characteristics of Minority Businesses and Entrepreneurs The report is an analysis of the data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2002 Survey of Business Owners’ Characteristics of Businesses and Characteristics of Business Owners. Findings of the report raise the importance of using adequate kinds of capital to start, acquire, expand or finance the expansion of the business. The report also studies the business structure of the business, customer base, and the owner's education and age.
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| | "The Sophisticated Innovator, Practical Insights from Provocative Stories of Innovation in Minority Business Enterprises” To sustain long-term growth, minority business enterprises must continuously innovate. Some innovations can be more or less sophisticated or difficult to implement than others. Regardless of the level of difficulty, successful innovations lead to increased business competitiveness and profitability. This paper provides a guide to implement business innovations successfully. Written by the faculty at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth in collaboration with the Minority Business Development Agency, it also tells the story of several minority entrepreneurs who have embraced innovation, and as a result, have taken their businesses to the next level. The paper was prepared in support of the American Competitive Initiative, which recognizes the need for U.S. companies to remain competitive in the global market through innovation.
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| | An Explanation of Minority/Ethnic Group Differences in Entrepreneurship
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An Explanation of Minority/ Ethnic Group Differences in Entrepreneurship |
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Entrepreneurship |
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1987 |
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This document discusses the fine delineation of minority/ethnic groups by analyzing entrepreneurial traits of the fifty largest ancestry groups in the United States. It also an preliminary discussion at a conceptual model for explaining the differences in traits among minority groups. To access this report, download the PDF or click on the associated image shown below.
[This report is provided for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute an endorsement by the Minority Business Development Agency or by the Department of Commerce of the statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations contained therein.]
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| | Income of Self-Employed Persons Among the 50 Largest U.S Ancestry Groups
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Income of Self-Employed Persons Among the 50 Largest U.S Ancestry Groups |
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Informational |
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3/1986 |
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This is the second of a planned series of MBDA research reports which discussed business participation of the nation's largest ancestry groups. This report used 1980 Census data to develop a more comprehensive account of business participation differences by comparing incomes of self-employed persons among the larges U.S. ancestry groups. To access this report, download the PDF or click on the associated image shown below.
[This report is provided for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute an endorsement by the Minority Business Development Agency or by the Department of Commerce of the statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations contained therein.]
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| | New Realities for Minority Business: Automotive Industry
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New Realities for Minority Business: Automotive Industry |
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Informational |
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5/2000 |
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This publication highlights the growth opportunities for minority suppliers in the automotive industry to include: growth trends and issues within the industry, specific growth opportunities for minority suppliers, critical success factors for minority suppliers and investment considerations for financial investors. To access this report, download the PDF or click on the associated image shown below.
[This report is provided for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute an endorsement by the Minority Business Development Agency or by the Department of Commerce of the statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations contained therein.]
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| | Entrepreneurship Programs That Reach Minority Youth- Summary and Recommendations
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Entrepreneurship Programs That Reach Minority Youth- Summary and Recommendations |
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Entrepreneurship |
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12/1994 |
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This paper discusses the entrepreneurship programs that have become more evident since the mid-1980s. In addition to formal instruction that has materialized in collegiate settings. Learning about the tenets of entrepreneurship has increased significantly among minority populations. In this report thirty examples are described of programs that specifically target minority youth. To access this report, download the PDF or click on the associated image shown below.
[This report is provided for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute an endorsement by the Minority Business Development Agency or by the Department of Commerce of the statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations contained therein.]
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| | 2002 Franchised Business Ownership: By Minority and Gender Groups
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2002 Franchised Business Ownership: By Minority and Gender Groups |
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Industry Trends |
Date: |
September 5, 2007 |
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In 2007 the International Franchise Association (IFA) commissioned a report to analyze the participation rates of minority firms in the franchise industry. With franchising accounting for approximately 10 percent of the private-sector economy, IFA posits that this sector represents a significant growth opportunity for minority entrepreneurship. Their position is substantiated by the participation rate of minority firms among franchised businesses. In this report IFA found that, as of 2002, minority-ownership represented 19.3% of franchised businesses compared to 13.2 % of non-franchised businesses. In addition to citing the opportunities afforded to minority entrepreneurs, IFA provides data for firms in food services, which is one of the largest sectors of the franchising industry. To access this report, download the PDF or click on the associated image shown below.
[This report is provided for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute an endorsement by the Minority Business Development Agency or by the Department of Commerce of the statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations contained therein.]
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| | MBDA Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2007 - Fiscal Year 2010
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MBDA Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2007 - Fiscal Year 2010 |
Category: |
Strategic Plannin |
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October 2006 |
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This Plan addresses MBDA’s strategic priorities and management challenges facing the Agency in the future. As the minority population continues to rapidly expand, MBDA looks to increase capacity for mid to high growth minority firms. The Agency also presents its new efficiency and effectiveness measures to ensure long-term performance.
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| | 2005 MBDA Annual Performance Report
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| | 2004 Annual Performance Report
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2004 MBDA Annual Performance Report |
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Bureau Reports & Documents |
Date: |
September 2004 |
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The Annual Performance Report for Fiscal Year 2004 demonstrates the impact that MBDA leadership has made on minority business enterprise through its entrepreneurial attitude and teamwork in delivering quality services to the community. The Performance goals and critical outcome measures have been exceeded. Agency management, staff and the funded projects have made a sincere effort to provide accurate, reliable and validated data to support management decisions. |
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| | EPJ - Entrepreneurship Policy Journal
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EPJ - Entrepreneurship Policy Journal |
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Demographic Trends |
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April 2005 |
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The articles presented in this edition promote the premise that, “through entrepreneurship,
communities build nations.” This volume features research from an international group of scholars
participating in conferences held in the United States and in South Africa. Many of the articles were
presented at one of the U.S. African American Entrepreneurship Summit or at the Empowerment
Through Entrepreneurship Conference: The Path to Empowerment, held in Cape Town South Africa. |
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| | MBDA Highlights and Progress for Fiscal 2004
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MBDA Highlights and Progress for Fiscal 2004 |
Category: |
Bureau Reports & Documents |
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March 2005 |
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This reports focuses on MBDA's Performance and Highlights for Fiscal 2004; The Agency exceeded six of its seven national goals. Contributing to this success was the MBDA reorganization that was implemented last June; the leadership of senior managers and project directors; the Strategic Growth Policy; new partnerships and alliances within the minority community; the team concept used to complete work products; the value added from training for staff and project consultants, especially the Tuck Business Seminars that focused on how to pursue market opportunities and how to allocate resources to meet objectives; and finally, the revamped MBDA Portal that reaches the minority communities to provide tools and services...
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| | Accelerating Job Creation & Economic Productivity
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Accelerating Job Creation & Economic Productivity |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
Date: |
June 2004 |
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This report discusses how minority business enterprises (MBEs) present an historic and dynamic growth opportunity for the U.S. economy. MBEs are one of the fastest-growing sectors of the business community, however, they continue to face systemic barriers in accessing capital markets, whether debt or equity, to grow their businesses. To develop minority firms of the scale and size required to have significant economic impact, minority entrepreneurs must obtain the financing critical to expand their businesses. The report presents recommendations made by a group of financing experts and community leaders from the public and private sectors brought together by MBDA. The group focused on identifying and expanding access to capital issues for minority business enterprises.
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| | Globalization and Minority-Owned Businesses in the United States: Assessment and Prospects
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Globalization and Minority-Owned Businesses in the United States: Assessment and Prospects |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
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September 2003 |
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This report will provide an overview of the changing nature of the international economy, and will specifically focus on assessing the extent to which U.S. minority businesses are engaged in global business; Center for International Business Tuck School of Business Dartmouth College.
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| | Keys to Minority Entrepreneurial Success: Capital, Education, and Technology
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Keys to Minority Entrepreneurial Success: Capital, Education, and Technology |
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Industry Trends |
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September 2002 |
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This report describes the size and industry distribution of minority-owned businesses, access to financial capital, and utilization of information technology. |
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| | Minority Business E-Commerce Survey - Executive Summary
Title: |
Minority Business E-Commerce Survey - Executive Summary |
Category: |
Industry Trends |
Date: |
July 2001 |
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This two-page report highlights several findings of research conducted in late 2000 on the use of the Internet, e-commerce and technology by larger minority business enterprises. |
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| | The Telecommunication Industry - Growth Opportunities for Minority Business
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The Telecommunication Industry - Growth Opportunities for Minority Business |
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Industry Trends |
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September 24, 2001 |
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This report discusses telecom industry trends and competitive dynamics that drive changes within the industry and the implications for Minority Businesses. It also identifies high value and growth opportunities for Minority Businesses and the required capabilities for success. |
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| | Energy & Utilities Industry - Growth Opportunities for Minority Businesses
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Energy & Utilities Industry - Growth Opportunities for Minority Businesses |
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Industry Trends |
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September 24, 2001 |
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This report discusses energy and utility industry trends and competitive dynamics that drive changes within the industry and the implications for Minority Businesses. It also identifies high value and growth opportunities for Minority Businesses and the required capabilities for success. Released. |
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| | The Telecommunication Industry - Minority Business Development: Economic Value & Benefits (More Information)
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The Telecommunication Industry - Minority Business Development: Economic Value & Benefits (More Information) |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
Date: |
September 24, 2001 |
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This report presents a business case for corporations to engage in Minority Business development.
It highlights the consumer market trends and quantifies the dollar opportunities for corporation in
Minority markets. It also discusses how corporations can leverage Minority Business development
efforts as a tool in building customer loyalty and market differentiation. |
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| | Energy & Utilities Industry - Minority Business Development: Economic Values & Benefits (More Information)
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Energy & Utilities Industry - Minority Business Development: Economic Values & Benefits (More Information) |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
Date: |
September 24, 2001 |
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This report presents a business case for corporations to engage in Minority Business
development. It highlights the consumer market trends and quantifies the dollar opportunities
for corporation in Minority markets. It also discusses how corporations can leverage Minority
Business development efforts as a tool in building customer loyalty and market differentiation. |
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| | The Automotive Industry - Growth Opportunities for Minority Businesses
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The Automotive Industry - Growth Opportunities for Minority Businesses |
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Industry Trends |
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September 24, 2001 |
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This report discusses automotive industry trends and competitive dynamics that drive changes
within the industry and the implications for Minority Businesses. It also identifies high value and
growth opportunities for Minority Businesses and the required capabilities for success. |
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| | The State of Minority Business - Executive Summary (More Information)
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The State of Minority Business - Executive Summary (More Information) |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
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September 21, 2001 |
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This two page report highlights the minority business growth rates, average size, population versus business share, entreprenuerial activity and parity. |
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| | Minority Businesses' Use of Internet Technology: A Preliminary Case Study of Large Firms
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Minority Businesses' Use of Internet Technology: A Preliminary Case Study of Large Firms |
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Industry Trends |
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July 2001 |
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This report discusses the findings of research conducted in late 2000 on the use of the Internet, e-commerce and technology by larger minority business enterprises. |
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| | Democratizing Capital for Emerging Domestic Markets
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| | Automotive Industry
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Automotive Industry |
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Industry Trends |
Date: |
September 2000 |
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The expanding Automotive Industry presents competitive challenges to create larger minority businesses. Minority suppliers must recognize the issues and trends to maintain a strategic position in this market. This paper Develop a position paper provides insights to creating larger minority-owned businesses in the automotive industry |
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| | Telecommunications Industry
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Telecommunications Industry |
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Industry Trends |
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September 2000 |
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This report examines the issues facing minority suppliers in the rapidly growing telecommunication industry and offers recommendations and initiatives to compete. |
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| | Dynamic Diversity: Projected Changes in U.S. Race & Ethic Composition 1995 to 2050
Title: |
Dynamic Diversity: Projected Changes in U.S. Race & Ethic Composition 1995 to 2050 |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
Date: |
December 1999 |
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The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), U.S. Department of
Commerce, commissioned the Census Bureau to prepare this in-depth report on
changes in U.S. race and ethnic composition from 1995 to 2050. It is one of a series
of products that MBDA will be developing on The Emerging Minority Marketplace to
organize and disseminate information for and about minority business. |
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| | The New Realities for Minority Business
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The New Realities for Minority Business |
Category: |
Industry Trends |
Date: |
October 7, 1999 |
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This report examines new strategies to continue the growth and promotion of Minority
Business success and its benefit to the U.S. economy. |
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| | Minority Exporters: A Resource Guide '99
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Minority Exporters: A Resource Guide '99 |
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Export Trends |
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September 1999 |
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This comprehensive guide focuses on assisting minority businesses in the global marketplace for the 21st century. |
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| | Minority Population Growth: 1995 to 2050
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Minority Population Growth: 1995 to 2050 |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
Date: |
September 1999 |
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This report summarizes the major demographic shifts in an eight-page report. The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) commissioned the Census Bureau to prepare this report on “Minority Population Growth: 1995 to 2050. It is one of a series of products that MBDA will be developing on The Emerging Minority Marketplace to organize and disseminate information for and about
minority business. |
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| | Federal Datalink: A Guide to Federal County-Level Data
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Federal Datalink: A Guide to Federal County-Level Data |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
Date: |
September 1999 |
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The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), U.S. Department of Commerce, commissioned the Census Bureau to prepare this guide on Federal county level data. It is one of a series of products that MBDA will be developing on The Emerging Minority Marketplace to organize and disseminate
information for and about minority business. |
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| | U.S. Census Bureau Data Variable Matrix
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U.S. Census Bureau Data Variable Matrix |
Category: |
Demographic Trends |
Date: |
September 1999 |
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This report summarizes the availability of market research variables at the National, state and county levels. The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) commissioned the Census Bureau to prepare this report on “Minority Population Growth: 1995 to 2050. It is one of a series of products that MBDA will be developing on The Emerging Minority Marketplace to organize and disseminate information for and about minority business. |
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