Startup Noir NOLA is setting a new standard for empowering Black entrepreneurs and investors in New Orleans.  This initiative, launched by Greater New Orleans Inc. (GNO Inc.), provides resources and opportunities to support the success of Black-led startups in a region brimming with potential.  With access to networking events, educational sessions, and strategic mentorship, the program aims to address the systemic barriers that often hinder access to capital and connections. Closing the Funding Gap Despite the growth of venture capital, Black founders continue to receive only a fraction of total