We support entrepreneurs in developing their business startup or expansion aspirations in the greater Cincinnati and Dayton area.

Mission

The mission is to help established entrepreneurs increase their capacity to take advantage of new business opportunities and qualify for financing that will lead to higher business growth.

Through our Training/Cohort Program, participants gain valuable knowledge, skills, and guidance from experienced mentors and industry experts. The program typically includes a series of workshops, seminars, and interactive sessions that cover various aspects of entrepreneurship, such as business planning, market research, marketing strategies, financial management, and leadership development.

The mission of the African American Business Development Program (AABDP) is to create an environment where experienced owners are challenged to explore new leadership concepts and opportunities that will create sustainable companies that benefit the community through economic growth and job creation.

Grants present a unique avenue for entrepreneurs and small business owners to obtain non-repayable funding to fuel their growth, achieve their objectives, and contribute to their communities and society.

The focus of the Resiliency Fund: City of Dayton is to support black and brown small minority businesses that are continuing to operate and plan to operate for the remaining calendar year of 2023.  The various Tiers represent the support minority Businesses of color need to bridge the financial gaps the COVID-19 Pandemic has disproportionately affected Minority Businesses. The Resiliency Fund also provides an opportunity for businesses to receive support to allow them to pivot during these challenging times.

The focus of the Resiliency Fund is to support black and brown small minority businesses that are continuing to operate and plan to operate for the remaining calendar year of 2022 and 2023.  The various Tiers represent the support minority Businesses of color need to bridge the financial gaps the COVID-19 Pandemic has disproportionately affected Minority Businesses. The Resiliency Fund also provides an opportunity for businesses to receive support to allow them to pivot during these challenging times.

Rapid Tenancy Program is the opportunity to impact Black and Hispanic-owned businesses and help impact minority business growth in Cincinnati’s traditionally disadvantaged communities. The program is designed to address the critical barriers of Relocation costs, Technical Assistance around implementing relocation, Technical Assistance in business model evaluation and support for relocation, and Cash Flow challenges associated with relocation.