Exact Sciences donates $500k toward Black Business Hub construction

Exact Sciences donates $500k toward Black Business Hub construction

Black Business Hub location revealed, Photo: WMTV

Black Business Hub location revealed, Photo: WMTV

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – Exact Sciences is investing $500,000 into construction of the Urban League of Greater Madison’s Black Business Hub, the company announced Thursday.

Exact Sciences will lease space in the Hub, which will be located on the city’s south side, to connect with job seekers and other community organizations.

Chairman and CEO of Exact Sciences Kevin Conroy said the company can’t wait for the site to open.

“Few organizations are as consistent and persistent as the Urban League when it comes to improving lives and creating economic opportunity,” Conroy said. “The Hub will offer formal and informal programming, create new supply chain opportunities for area businesses, and give entrepreneurs a place to call home.”

The 4-story, 76,000-square foot center will offer office spaces, a rentable commercial kitchen and business assistance and mentoring programs to support the Black community and entrepreneurs of color.

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