Comcast RISE Profile: Providence Title 

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How Comcast RISE Empowers Small Businesses 

The Comcast RISE program helps support small businesses nationwide. On April 15, 2025, it was announced that Nashville was recently selected as one of five total Comcast RISE regions for the comprehensive grant program. Starting now through May 31, 2025, local entrepreneurs are invited to apply at www.comcastrise.com. A total of 100 metro Nashville grants will be awarded and announced in August 2025. 

What is Comcast RISE? 

Comcast RISE is supporting the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs committed to uplifting their local communities. Eligible small businesses receive comprehensive packages that include a technology makeover, creative production, a media schedule, educational resources, a $5,000 monetary grant, and business consultation services. 

Meet Memorie White at Providence Title 

A former Comcast RISE recipient, Providence Title is a full-service title and escrow company for both residential and commercial real estate founded by Memorie White, Esquire. A native Memphian, Memorie attended law school at Vanderbilt University and has stayed in the area for much of her career. Memorie appreciates the ability to get to know her clients with more hands-on service like they’ve at Providence Title since 2017. 

Memorie shared with us her experiences as a former Comcast RISE recipient. 

What About the Grant Interested You? 

Memorie: I participated in an online entrepreneurship seminar, and I remember a link was shared with different small business grant opportunities. Comcast RISE was one of those links, so I was able to complete my application fairly quickly, and then I got an email that I was selected. 

How Did Comcast RISE Positively Impact Your Business? 

Memorie: I received the Comcast RISE technology package, which included devices such as laptops and tablets – which we still use today! Since the pandemic, life and business have become more mobile. Yes, we have an office and operate within our office walls, but for many of our clients, the ability to close remotely online is extremely helpful. My team and I can meet our clients’ needs and time limitations. 

This flexibility is not only helpful to our clients but also to my team. Everyone is looking for work-life balance, and the ability to help your client with a high level of service while working remotely at home or even in the parking lot while waiting for your kids to get out of school . . . that is a gift. 

What Drives Your Passion for Your Business? 

Memorie: We handle a wide variety of transactions – buyers, builders, and contractors – but also work with area non-profits whose mission is to provide ownership to those who otherwise may not have access to ownership. Over the years, we’ve grown the practice to be able to dedicate our time and services, including providing closing services to partner non-profits. Additionally, we found another way to serve our community is to provide financial education. I’m passionate about people understanding how to secure affordable housing and how people can make little and big changes to find themselves more attractive to a closing agent or title company. 

On a personal level, I have witnessed our impact on our clients. Every tear. Every cheer. Every smile. They live with me, and I see the impact of helping people secure their homes. It is a very special moment to experience with someone. To help clients and families get into their new home. It can be powerful to see. 

What Advice Would You Give Those Thinking of Applying for Comcast RISE? 

Memorie: Number one – just do it! Put yourself out there. Get your information together and submit. Why not, right? If selected, the next step is most important, which is number two – be prepared. Yay! You’ve won, but what is next? Make sure you have a plan in place to best utilize the grant, equipment, and resources that have been provided. 

Learn more about Providence Title by visiting ProvidenceTitlellc.com, IG: @providencetitlellc, FB: @ProvidenceTitleLLC , LI: @memorie-k-white-esq 

To apply for the 2025 Comcast RISE grant in Nashville, please visit www.comcastrise.com. 

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