The DEC Network provides a blend of in-person and online mentorship, educational programming and signature events including Dallas Startup Week, recognized one of the nation's largest startup events, WEDallas for women founders and Disrupt Dallas for entrepreneurs of color. In addition, The DEC Network also serves entrepreneurs through our innovation hub located in Oak Cliff, in Southern Dallas. The DEC Network facilitates an inclusive culture of entrepreneurship across DFW in an effort to support all entrepreneurs regardless of their location or stage of business.
The DEC Network is in need of philanthropic support to help North Texas entrepreneurs receive Mentorship to guide their business pursuits through shifting economic climates.
Every gift made to this year's North Texas Giving Day campaign will enable the organization to serve more entrepreneurs and provide them more resources, at no cost, including:
-Mentorship support and resources
-Education and technical assistance programs
-Community membership
-Advocacy efforts as entrepreneurs continue to navigate the evolving economic workforce.
The DEC Network drives innovation and economic impact by helping entrepreneurs start, build and grow their businesses.
Through The DEC Network's mission, diverse board and staff, programs, innovation hubs in Addison and Southern Dallas, as well as the organization's leadership as the Dallas BUILD Collaborative's Ecosystem Builder, the organization has been committed to helping address diversity, racial equity and inclusion of all North Texas entrepreneurs since its founding. Through a broad range of programs and resources, The DEC Network is committed to addressing systemic inequities and removing barriers for underrepresented entrepreneurs.
Organization name
The DEC Network
Causes
Economic/Financial Security/Poverty, Employment & Workforce Development, Racial Equity
Operating Budget
$1,000,000 - $2,999,999
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
BIPOC Leadership
Board Chair
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
3560 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. ste #200