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This highly anticipated annual training and pitch competition showcases innovative ideas and strategies from talented Business Basics Graduates. Join us to witness the next wave of entrepreneurs as they present their groundbreaking products and growth strategies. It’s an excellent opportunity to network, gain insights, and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit. Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Find out more by clicking the link below!
Building Businesses. Changing Lives.
Ventures provides access to business training, capital, coaching, and hands-on learning opportunities for entrepreneurs with limited resources and unlimited potential.
Ventures ofrece cursos de negocio, acceso a capital, asesoría individual, y oportunidades de aprendizaje para empresarios de recursos limitados con potencial ilimitado.
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How To Join Our Community of Entrepreneurs
The first step to become a Ventures entrepreneur is to attend a free Information Session
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Information Session
Sign-up for a free Information Session to learn more about Ventures’ small business programs and to apply for the Business Basics Course.
Courses
Business Basics Course
This course covers the basics of business marketing, sales, financial management, and operations.
Coaching & Training
Specialized Services
Once you’ve graduated from Business Basics, you’re eligible for additional one-on-one coaching, training, financial services, and incubation programs.
Financial Support
Access to Financial Services
At Ventures, we offer loans and micro-financing to empower small business growth.
After completing the Business Basics Course, you have access to Specialized Services: business training, capital, coaching, and hands-on learning opportunities. Schedule a meeting with one of our business coaches to enroll in Specialized Services.
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Ventures News
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Boosting Local Economy: Snohomish County Distributes $350,000 in Grants to Small Businesses
County Executive Dave Somers announced the SBIA program's $7,300 grants to 50 small businesses, targeting pandemic recovery and innovation. Ventures, a nonprofit with a 30-year history of supporting small businesses, will administer the program. Highlighting the...
Historic Support for Local Businesses: Snohomish County and Ventures Distribute $7,000 Grants
At Hotel Indigo in Everett, 50 small businesses received vital funds from the SBIA Program to mitigate pandemic impacts. Administered by Ventures and funded by the County’s federal ARPA allocation, this groundbreaking initiative highlights a decade-long partnership...
Monique Valenzuela: Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Ventures
As the Executive Director of Ventures, a Seattle-based nonprofit, she leverages her extensive experience as a business owner, podcast and radio operator, and Tacoma Public Utilities board member to uplift the community. Ventures provides loans, grants, business...
Ventures Welcomes Monique Valenzuela as the New Executive Director
New leader brings a record of nonprofit leadership, public service, and business ownership. Seattle, WA – Ventures, a Seattle-based nonprofit organization focused on poverty alleviation through small business ownership, is thrilled to announce the appointment of...
Boosting Local Economy: Snohomish County Distributes $350,000 in Grants to Small Businesses
County Executive Dave Somers announced the SBIA program's $7,300 grants to 50 small businesses, targeting pandemic recovery and innovation. Ventures, a nonprofit with a 30-year history of supporting small businesses, will administer the program. Highlighting the...
Historic Support for Local Businesses: Snohomish County and Ventures Distribute $7,000 Grants
At Hotel Indigo in Everett, 50 small businesses received vital funds from the SBIA Program to mitigate pandemic impacts. Administered by Ventures and funded by the County’s federal ARPA allocation, this groundbreaking initiative highlights a decade-long partnership...
Monique Valenzuela: Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Ventures
As the Executive Director of Ventures, a Seattle-based nonprofit, she leverages her extensive experience as a business owner, podcast and radio operator, and Tacoma Public Utilities board member to uplift the community. Ventures provides loans, grants, business...
Ventures Welcomes Monique Valenzuela as the New Executive Director
New leader brings a record of nonprofit leadership, public service, and business ownership. Seattle, WA – Ventures, a Seattle-based nonprofit organization focused on poverty alleviation through small business ownership, is thrilled to announce the appointment of...
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