ESO: Operate Incubator
A free program for Black and Latino small business owners.
ESO’s free incubators equip Black and Latino entrepreneurs with bespoke tools for driving business growth. The Operate Incubator focuses on helping existing businesses optimize operations and scale effectively. Our community of like-minded entrepreneurs understand the unique challenges you face, and our programming is designed to address them head-on. Our coaches champion your vision while bolstering your skills, confidence, and business acumen for strategic expansion.
Apply today! Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Potential for Additional Funding
After completing the incubator program entrepreneurs will qualify for the Capital in the Community Fund (CICF). This is a fund for entrepreneurs managed by ESO Ventures with investments from $5,000 - $100,000.
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Local neighborhoods are the lifeblood of our communities. They’re also where small businesses can drive true social impact. At ESO, we work to uplift the folks investing in impact through local entrepreneurship, promoting economic equity and prosperity with the power of small business.
ESO—an acronym for Entrepreneurial Support Organization and a nod to our birthplace (East Side Oakland)—may have roots in the Bay Area, but we partner with entrepreneurs across the entire state of California. Our team members leverage their diverse skills and strengths to ensure every entrepreneur in our ecosystem receives well-rounded, practical and strategic support. From seasoned marketing strategists to financial wizards, every member of ESO is committed to your business expansion and holistic, professional growth.
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