"If you are not online, you are in decline" 

These words from Congressman Emanuel Cleaver underscore the need for digital transformation support for entrepreneurs in the digital divide. In 2011, McKinsey compiled the first comprehensive study on the impact of the internet on growth, jobs and prosperity. This study showed that while there is fear of job loss through increased use of the internet, their data reports 2.6 jobs created for every one job lost. Another finding was 75% of internet impact rises from traditional industries. Research shows consumers and entrepreneurs are the big winners. 

In contrast, Founders and entrepreneurs at the intersection(s) of race, cultural, gender identity, and geography are struggling to embrace digital capabilities in their business and personal lives to start businesses, grow their businesses and ensure the viability of their businesses and livelihoods.