- Equity
- Minority Enterprise Opportunity Week
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Minority Enterprise Opportunity Week
September 15–18, 2025
About the Week
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Elevating and Celebrating Minority and Women-Owned Businesses (MWBE)
Minority Enterprise Opportunity Week is recognized across Georgia to spotlight the contributions and impact of Minority and Women-Owned Businesses. At APS, we celebrate by hosting a week of events focused on:
- Empowering student entrepreneurs
- Showcasing MWBE firms
- Creating pathways for career and business growth
Event Schedule
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Monday, September 15 – Student Entrepreneur Forum
Minority Business Panel Discussion and Book Signing with Students
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Mays High School
This event is for APS students only.
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Tuesday, September 16 – Trades Internship Info Session
National Association of Minority Contractors Informational Session with students interested in construction careers
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Center for Leadership and Learning (CLL)
This event is for APS students and parents only.
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Wednesday, September 17 – MWBE Vendor Fair
Vendor Fair featuring some of Atlanta’s Minority Owned Catering Businesses
Time: 11:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Center for Leadership and Learning (CLL)
This event is for APS staff only.
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Thursday, September 18 – Student Entrepreneur Fair
Student Entrepreneur Expo
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Center for Leadership and Learning (CLL)
This event is for APS staff and parents only.
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Friday, September 19 - GMSDC Spirit of Alliance Awards
GMSDC Spirit of Alliance Awards and 50th Anniversary Celebration (APS is nominated for an award)
Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
Location: Atlanta Marriott Marquis