Mentorship and s. T. E. A. M. Opportunities and how to develop opportunities for the work force and leverage the programs that the Small Business administration as well as other Government Agencies have for Small Businesses. Lets talk about what you expect to come from this. Shirley, lets start with you. It is one thing to be on a listening tour. Its another to put it in action. Did you get the sense theres going to be something within this administration to help Small Businesses that is different than what we have seen before . I think, probably, just a greater awareness that we are out there. We are out there doing good work and the women who own them are serious and dedicated to the work we are doing. What do you think . Im very encouraged for two particular reasons. Number one, ivanka trump was also at the table. She said its one of her priorities. I think she is going to work closely with her father to make sure theres a positive impact
on. Shes very well spoken. I appreciated her
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