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Texas-born Indian-American. Now rooted in Oakland, CA. Founder @uptimacoop

Oakland | San Francisco
Joined December 2008
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We're hiring! Several opportunities for those who are passionate about supporting entrepreneurs of color, challenging traditional business support practices, and re-imagining the ways we do business to build a just economy for all. Learn more: uptimacoop.com/work-with-us
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Are you ready to raise money for your business? There are some things you should have in place before you try to raise money. Check out latest @uptimacoop blog post: blog.uptimacoop.com/are-you-… #Uptima #SmallBusiness #Startup #Cooperative #Funding #OwnYourFuture #FundYourBusiness
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We are currently accepting applications to @uptimacoop year-long Entrepreneurship Academy. Grow your small business. Apply today! Application deadline is Friday, April 16th: uptimacoop.com/our-academy
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Round 5 of the #CAReliefGrant opens TODAY. Visit CAReliefGrant.com to watch short videos that walk you through the entire application process. Videos available in multiple languages.
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The #FoodFutureisHere, Episode 5 is live! In this episode Rani of @uptimacoop & Daniel of @AngelCityAdv explore some successful approaches to weathering the unpredictable economic climate. Listen here: bit.ly/38jex4e #FoodBusiness #SmallBusiness #CommunityDevelopment
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Have questions about the CA Relief Grant? Round 2 of funding is open February 2nd-8th. Join the @uptimacoop team for an information session on Friday, February 5, 1-2pm online. Please register in advance: bit.ly/3cFWrfd
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Berkeley residents or businesses that need advice about starting a worker-owned cooperative, or converting an existing business into a cooperative can join SELC and Project Equity for a free webinar Feb 04 @ 5:00pm. RESVP: theselc.org/legalcafe_202102….
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I’m here today because of the women who came before me.
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Let’s be clear: those who run America’s small businesses aren’t just business leaders, they’re civic leaders and community leaders. They’re the ones who sponsor Little League games, scholarships, and all kinds of local causes and activities. We must do right by them.
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California's $500M Small Business Covid-19 Relief Grant Program website is LIVE. Applications for eligible small businesses & nonprofits opens beginning Wed 12/30 through Fri 1/8. Get business docs ready now, learn more about requirements! #CAReliefGrant CAReliefGrant.com
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In 2020, Project Equity was laser focused on ensuring that we expand the benefits of employee ownership. As we look ahead to 2021, we need your help to turn more employees into employee-owners. ow.ly/GMVI50CV0Iq
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There are different types of cooperatives. We are a Worker-Owner Cooperative, What is a Worker Owner Cooperative? #Cooperative101 #TheDeepGroceryCooperative
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Excited to launch this initiative with @Greenlining and @ACDSFBA
Exciting News! Greenlining in partnership w/ @uptimacoop & @ACDSFBA has created the POC Small Business Network to support East Oakland entrepreneurs. Spearheaded by Mercedes Gibson, we're looking forward to supporting the dreams of local change-makers. greenlining.org/blog-categor…
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It’s that time of the year when many business owners are planning for the year ahead. But, how do you plan for a new year when there continues to be so much uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic, politics, and economic impacts? Find out more: bit.ly/33UnWN6
May this Diwali bring you the utmost in peace and prosperity. May peace transcend the earth. May the light that we celebrate at Diwali show us the way and lead us together on the path of peace and social harmony. Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali. Shubh Diwali.
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This holiday season, let’s all support the small businesses that brighten our communities. #ShopSmall on Small Business Saturday and all season long!
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We did this—together.
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