Case Studies

Initiative for Inclusive Entrepreneurship: Expanding access to capital for small disadvantaged businesses

Access to Capital and Credit for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses in Appalachia: Highlights economic and cultural impact of small businesses in the region along with capital and credit challenges

Offshore Wind NYC Waterfront Pathways Program: Increasing opportunities for underserved businesses in the New Economy

Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs: Developed a 5-year growth plan to better serve Georgia small businesses

DoorDash Accelerator for Local Goods: Helped DoorDash launch Accelerator for Local Goods, a small and early-stage development and educational program to support diverse small CPG businesses.

Cook County: Launched a Covid response program bringing together local small business support organizations

Starbucks Community Resilience Fund: In 2021, Starbucks launched the Community Resilience Fund, a $100 million fund focused on advancing racial equity and environmental resilience by supporting...

Common Future: Gained an understanding of small business ecosystems for a more equitable future

Brooklyn Navy Yard: Implemented a new operational model to propel urban manufacturing

City of Chicago: Conducted an ecosystem assessment to ensure equitable access to opportunities for small businesses

NYC Department of Small Business Services: Created one-stop resource centers for entrepreneurs and small business owners

University of Chicago: Launched a business advisory program enabling 20 businesses to execute contracts

City of Boston: Developed the first-ever city-wide ecosystem assessment and strategy to pave the way for Boston’s new Small Business Center