YWCA O'ahu MBDA EWOC Business Center

Capital Readiness Program is now in its 2nd year and has new ✨social media pages @capitalreadinesshi, a new website www.crp-hawaii.org, and a new LinkedIn page YWCA Oahu MBDA Capital Readiness Program 👉🏽Be sure to go and follow them for all the latest updates. 1st Year Impacts: 217 Entrepreneurs enrolled in our Incubator, Foundations and Financial Accelerator Cohorts 112 Pitches to Capital Providers 53 Businesses formed or scaled 26 Networking Events $46 million in access to capital #YWCAOahu #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Empowerment #CapitalReadiness #MBDA

This Saturday, take advantage of all the amazing resources at the 13th annual Hawai’i Small Business Fair. Offering more than 20 classes led by experts —-everything from how to start a business, strengthening your finances, marketing your business and more! 🗓️Date: THIS Saturday, September 28th ⏰Time: 7:30am-1:30pm 📍Location: Leeward Community College 96-045 Ala ‘Ike Street Pearl City, HI 96782 💲Cost: 🆓 FREE 👉🏽Register NOW, https://lnkd.in/gsr92Z2m Come say hello to our team! Visit the Capital Readiness Program - YWCA O’ahu table #27. . . . #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinessresources #hawaiismallbusinessfair #hawaiismallbusiness

One year in, and our Capital Readiness Program (CRP) is already transforming the landscape for minority business enterprises (MBEs). We’re breaking down barriers and opening doors to unprecedented funding opportunities: *Helping MBEs access the $10 billion State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBC) *Connecting entrepreneurs with federal and private investment resources *Bringing world-class incubator and accelerator services to underserved communities CRP is equipping entrepreneurs of color, women, veterans, and rural innovators with the tools, knowledge and networks they need to scale their enterprises and drive economic growth. #repost #WeAreMBDA #MBDA #Entreprenuership #AccessToCapital #CRP #capitalreadiness #capitalreadinessprogram

Our partners @hifoundher are looking for wahine entrepreneurs like you! Applications for the Hawaiʻi FoundHer Cohort 4 are currently open and close on September 30th! The Hawaiʻi FoundHer program empowers women-led businesses rooted in culture and community for growth. Our accelerator supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and/or Asian women and mothers starting businesses in five key sectors of Hawaiʻi’s economy: Tech, Fashion, Health & Wellness, Food System/Restaurants, and Keiki/Education. Who Should Apply? * For-profit small businesses * Businesses in their early stages * Proof of business concept required * 51% AANHPI Women-Led * Based in Hawaiʻi (All Islands) What Will You Receive? * $20,000 grant * $4,000 care stipend * Weekly educational workshops * Monthly in-person retreats * Access to a national network of mentors and advisors Apply at Foundher.org today or contact Keanu with any questions at Keanu@purplemaia.org 🫶🏽

Are you constantly putting out 🔥🔥🔥…? We are here to help business owners look at their businesses with a long term lens. Planning for the future helps you to grow your business, make sustainable decisions, and ensure your financial outlook is healthy. Connect with us to see how we can help! . #capitalreadiness #crp #hawaiibusiness #hawaiismallbusiness #smallbusinesshawaii #businessfinance

Hau’oli lā hānau to our fearless leader Marla Momi Musick, Director of MBDA Capital Readiness Program 🥳 🎂 🫶🏽

What a fabulous way to end the week @inpeacehawaii with so many awesome wahine for some networking and shopping with #centerforentrepreneurship. Mahalo to @lisapakele for the invite. Can’t wait for the next one. . #hawaiinetworking #networkinghawaii #smallbusinessnetworking #networkingevents

Congratulations to the Hawaii Found Her Cohort 3! @hifoundher We are proud to be a sponsor and loved attending the hō’ike last weekend @alohilaniresort 💜💙♥️💛💚 It’s always inspiring to see your creativity, passion, and individual journeys. 🫶🏽 . #foundher #hifoundher #hawaiifoundher #hawaiismallbusinesses

So many of you are getting ready for this year’s @madeinhi festival this weekend! We are so excited to see everyone and support your small businesses 🙌🏽 Here are some quick types to maximize your MIH experience. Go gettum ladies! 🛍️💪🏽💰 If you’re participating this year, drop your booth # in the comments. . @westmauisports @maui.cocktail.kits @thekeikidept @cecepatisserie @valiahonolulu @lahaolehawaii @kakoucollective . #madeinhawaii #madeinhawaiifestival #supportsmallbusiness #shoplocal

Have you ever wondered about how to contract with the government? Here’s your opportunity to learn more from the top experts and network with the leading procurement specialists, prime contractors and key resource partners at this year’s 19th Annual Government Contracting Forum on August 14th. Limited registration, deadline - August 9th or until seats run out! Link 👉🏽 in bio. . #governmentcontracting #mbda