Mississippi's SBA Small Business Person of the Year triumphs as a black entrepreneur, set to showcase during National Small Business Week.

Ameka Coleman, the driven and visionary founder of Strands of Faith, has been awarded the prestigious title of U.S. Small Business Administration's Small Business Person of the Year for Mississippi. This incredible achievement will be celebrated during National Small Business Week in Washington, D.C.

on May 4, where Coleman will proudly represent her home state amongst fellow business leaders from all over the country. The exciting news was announced in a press release published by Black News. Strands of Faith was born from Coleman's personal journey to create hair care products that not only nourish hair but also promote self-confidence, self-care, and faith.

What started as a personal mission has blossomed into a successful and self-funded brand, with customers all over the nation. Coleman's unwavering dedication to discipline, consistency, and long-term growth has propelled Strands of Faith into a multiple seven-figure business, all without any outside funding. As a first-generation founder, Coleman has faced challenges head-on and has built a sustainable brand from the ground up.

"This recognition is a testament to years of hard work and faith in the process," Coleman shared. "I am humbled and honored to represent Mississippi on a national stage and to showcase the possibilities that arise when you take a leap of faith and pursue your dreams." Aside from leading a thriving brand, Coleman also remains committed to giving back and supporting aspiring and established entrepreneurs. She uses her platform to share valuable insights, words of encouragement, and real-life lessons from her own personal journey.

National Small Business Week, which will be held from May 3-9, is a time to recognize and celebrate the vital role that small businesses play in driving economic growth and strengthening communities all across America. In the face of challenging economic policies, small businesses have been hit hard with significant financial burdens. However, resilient individuals like Coleman continue to push forward and inspire others to do the same.

As she represents Mississippi at the National Small Business Week, she will also shine a light on the struggles that small businesses face and the importance of supporting and uplifting each other in the entrepreneurial world.