Our Community

COMMUNITY IMPACT

At Business Assets Enterprises, LP (BAE), community is not an afterthought — it is a core part of who we are. Our commitment to service extends beyond our customers and into the neighborhoods where we live, work, and serve. We believe in creating opportunities, supporting families, and empowering individuals with the tools they need to build strong futures.

Leadership in the Community

Alysia Friday, President & CEO of BAE, plays an active role in community development and economic empowerment across Central Texas. Her leadership reflects BAE’s core values of service, equity, and long-term community investment.

Her community roles include:

Board Member, [Kingdom Capital Network]
Supporting underserved small businesses with low‑interest lending resources and business development support.
Economic Empowerment Cause Lead, [Greater Mount Zion Church]
Leading initiatives to educate and empower families on financial literacy, economic opportunity, legacy building, and generational wealth.
Speaker & Advocate
Featured speaker at women’s conferences, business events, and empowerment programs across Texas.
Founder, “Reach Back Launch Forward” Initiative
An annual back-to-school program providing supplies and support to families in low‑income communities.

INSPITE OF ECONOMIC CHALLENGES, LOCAL BUSINESS OWNER CONTINUES TO
“REACH BACK”

Minority Business Owner Continues Community Empowerment for Low-Income Neighborhoods

Founded by Alysia Friday, Reach Back Launch Forward is an annual community initiative serving families in low‑income neighborhoods across Austin and surrounding communities. The program provides school supplies, resources, and outreach to support children and families as they prepare for a successful school year. Over the years, this initiative has:

Supported multiple communities within a one‑mile radius
Provided supplies and educational resources
Led outreach efforts in underserved neighborhoods
Partnered with volunteers, community leaders, and churches
Delivered meaningful impact for students and families

This program reflects BAE’s ongoing commitment to “reach back” and uplift the communities that helped shape our values and our mission.

BAE 25th Anniversary Celebration
25 Years of Business + Community Leadership

As BAE celebrates 25 years of service, we honor the people, families, and organizations who have contributed to our journey. Our community efforts are an extension of our business philosophy: service, excellence, and meaningful impact.

BAE 20th Anniversary Celebration during covid

Women’s History Month Event

Our President Alysia Friday supporting young women entrepreneurs at a Women’s History Month Event Showcasing Youthpreneur’s.

Young women ages 5-21 putting their businesses on display. An opportunity for them to introduce themselves to the community and an opportunity for the community to support them. Alysia was there to show her support and encourage them to continue to stay the course.