Leslie Pierson, owner of GoodHangups has been a long-term advocate for small businesses and social enterprises and has worked with Ventures for two years since she discovered InnoVentures.
Ventures entrepreneurs share their thoughts on giving back
Making a donation one way you can advocate for a more equitable society. Your gift says that you care whether or not your neighbor can make ends meet.
Celebrate LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs with us!
Ventures and The Riveter are hosting a happy hour and panel discussion with LGBTQ+ founders on how they built their businesses on June 25th.
Whose History? My History!
Ventures' Board Secretary and entrepreneur, Octaiviea Renée, shares with us the importance of Black History Month.
Ready for Release: Ventures Goes to Prison
We know our services make an impact, so we decided to create and pilot a program for the formerly incarcerated: Ready for Release.
A Peer Loan Helped Land This Business in Airports
Elena Nebreda received a $2,000 loan through a vote by her peers to exhibit at the Seattle and Las Vegas gift shows.
How Ventures Supports Women
We are proud that 73% of all Ventures entrepreneurs and 78% of Ventures staff are women.
Real Conversations with Women Business Owners
Let's get real. We'll bring the lunch. You'll bring your experiences.
Stepping Up
Last month, outgoing Board President Juan Lopez shared his Ventures story. Reading his story inspired me to share my own.
The Seed That Grew Into Viviana’s Business
When Viviana Lopez moved to the United States in 2012 from Spain, she was excited to begin a new life and seize the opportunity to become a businesswoman.