small businesses Helping Small Businesses Take Big Steps Forward When small businesses succeed, big things happen. Thriving companies create vibrant communities, generate jobs and boost economic vitality. That’s why we offer capital, services and connections to accelerate the growth of local small businesses and our small business ecosystem. Our door is open to businesses of all types. We’re committed to the success of Black, Latino and women-owned businesses. We partner with other small business support organizations to make entrepreneurship accessible to everyone including historically-underestimated individuals. Based on business objectives, we guide entrepreneurs to the resources that deliver the greatest value to their businesses – and bottom lines.
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Services and connections for Every Stage We have a program to suit every entrepreneur’s needs. Our instructors and advisors challenge business owners to adopt a growth mindset, pushing them to take calculated risks and advance. Peer-to-peer learning is at the heart of our small business programs. When entrepreneurs from all walks of life are brought together in a safe, judgementfree environment, they share invaluable advice, experiences and lessons.
