In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Renée Johnson discuss the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses and the Reimagined Main Street initiative. They delve into the Backing Black Business Grant program and challenges faced by Asian American businesses. The conversation takes a turn towards Access to Capital, advocating for improved lending models, and issues with CDFI's loan policies. Renée shares business advice for Black women entrepreneurs and her favorite business resources. The episode concludes with an introduction to Small BizLady University.