Comcast RISE Brings Hope and Resources to Small Businesses in Northeast Florida: A Look at the Jacksonville Episode of ‘This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition’

Comcast RISE, a small business grant program, is the focus of this week’s episode of “This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition.” The program has announced $500,000 in grants for entrepreneurs in Northeast Florida. Michelle Oyola McGovern, the Vice President of Government Affairs for Comcast Florida, explains that the program selects 100 grant recipients to receive monetary and support services to help their small businesses grow.

The criteria for applicants to be considered for the Comcast RISE grant are quite specific. Interested individuals must have been in business for at least three years, be independently owned, and have less than 100 employees. Additionally, applicants must be based in one of the five cities selected by Comcast RISE: Jacksonville, Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater or Philadelphia-Camden-Middletown.

Jacksonville was chosen as one of the five cities due to its large veteran population and a focus on supporting veteran-owned businesses. One such business is T&N Xpress, which is owned by Nichole Mobley. She received a Comcast RISE grant during the COVID-19 pandemic and used it to create a video showcasing her business and attract new clients. Mobley shares her experiences with Rich Rollins, the Vice President of Comcast Business, and Michelle Oyola McGovern on this week’s podcast.

The Comcast RISE program is an excellent opportunity for small businesses in Northeast Florida to receive financial support and resources to help them thrive and expand. Through grants and services like commercials and training, Comcast RISE is making a positive impact on the local business community.