Three Brooklyn innovators were awarded grants and mentorship after taking top honors in the NYC Boss Up contest.

NYC Boss Up is a philanthropic program that encourages excellence in entrepreneurship across the city. The program combines capital support, training and a network of supporters to help local entrepreneurs.

The New York City Housing Authority, the New York City Department of Small Business Services and the K & R Moelis Family Foundation announced the ten winners of the NYC Boss Up NYCHA program, which invites all NYCHA and Section 8 residents to apply for a business pitch competition.

The three Brooklyn winners were Demetrius Kent of JUGG FAM , a music management company based in Brownsville focused on artist growth, creative direction and support; Javon Webb of Projecti

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