In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Pam Baquero and Ron Page from the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants about the Business Enterprise Program (BEP). There are opportunities to blind and visually impaired people who are looking to run their own businesses. They also discuss the PABM and how to join.
Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/0278
Run Your Own Business
If you've ever considered starting your own business, the Business Enterprise Program can make it happen. You'll get the training you need to have your own vending route, cafe/cafeteria, or grab and go market. Get started by calling BBVS and tell them you are interested in the BEP. Learn more about the BEP and Randolph-Sheppard at https://www.blindmerchants.org.
Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants
Learn more about this division within the NFB of PA by attending a meeting. The PABM meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 6:00pm on Zoom. Join the Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4503152944.
2022 NFB of PA State Convention
Save the date! This year's State Convention in Pittsburgh will be held from November 10 through November 13. Put it in your calendar and we'll see you at the Sheraton Station Square Hotel!
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