Our Power to Prosper Accelerator is all about giving minority-owned businesses the skills and connections they need to move to the next level and grow here in Greater Louisville. The accelerator, valued at $15,000 per individual, is offered free to participants through the generous funding of Papa Johns and Suntory Global Spirits. This program teaches business owners critical business skills like development strategies, strategic planning, financial management skills, marketing & sales, human resources, how to access capital, and how to contract with the government and major corporations.

SANDRA MARSHALL KING

What is your business name?

• Rebirth & Renewal Family Resource Center LLC

Tell us about what your business does.

• R&R is a Behavioral Health Center which we assist individuals with mental health issues and any resources needed. We are also a licensed Alcohol and Other Drug Entities (AODE) center which we assist individuals with substance disorders

What inspired you to join the Power to Prosper program?

• I have heard nothing but great things about the program. I want to take my business to another level, and I know this program can assist me with expanding my business.

Where do you see your business in the next 5 to 10 years? How do you believe the Power to Prosper program will help you in reaching those long-term goals?

• I would like to see my business in the next 5 to 10 years to have more centers and at team of professional staff to help make it successful. I’m planning to open a transitional home to assist women and children to be successful. I’m looking for the Power to Prosper Program to help my business to prosper and be a more professional business owner.

What’s your favorite thing about living and doing business in Louisville?

• The favorite thing about living and doing business in Louisville is seeing the needs of individuals and being able to address them by making Louisville a better place for individuals to succeed and prosper.