Main Street Launch

Browse our gift guide to discover the perfect gift for anyone on your list! You can support local entrepreneurs this holiday season by shopping at small businesses that have worked with Main Street Launch.?Each business is creating jobs, fostering community prosperity, and offering unique products that make excellent holiday gifts. When you shop with our clients, you’re supporting local artists and makers,?contributing to a vibrant local economy. https://lnkd.in/g3VzJyuc

?? Networking opportunity for minority-owned small businesses! Cocktails & Economics is a premier interactive event for top minority CEOs to connect with leading investors, economists, and business industry experts hosted by The Enterprise Center and headline industry sponsors. Invited CEOs will have the opportunity to mingle with other corporate leaders and gain insights into how economic indicators can power real-time performance decisions. Attendee guidelines: - Minimum $100K in annual revenue (or projected to be end-of-year) - At least 2+ years operating in business - Minority Owned Invitation Link:

#ClientSpotlight: Osamudiamien Aigbuza and his mother Omozele Biggins are the owners of Grace Homes Inc, a residential care facility dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals with mental disabilities. Osa reflects on their experience with Main Street Launch as both educational and empowering: “It wasn’t just about securing funds; it was about finding a partner who believed in our potential,” he shares. “Darius Mahajer and the team at Main Street Launch not only provided financial assistance but also invaluable guidance and encouragement.” Omozele adds, “This loan was a lifeline. It allowed us to move forward without the constant pressure of mounting debt. We can now focus on growing our business and helping our residents thrive.”?For those considering entering the residential care industry, Omozele and Osa offer practical advice: “Make sure you have the financial cushion to sustain your business through the inevitable delays and challenges,” says Omozele.? Looking ahead, Omozele and Osa aspire to expand their impact within the community, inspired by Omozele’s journey from Nigeria to San Francisco—a testament to the limitless possibilities of pursuing one’s dreams. “It’s essential to love what you do because the process is tough, but if you’re passionate, you’ll persevere.” Osa echoes his mother’s sentiments and adds, “No dream is too big. My mom came to America as an immigrant at 18 and started her first business at 55. If she can do it, anyone can. Believe in yourself and never give up.”?? Read more about their inspiring journey on our website: https://lnkd.in/gTfjPRx5

Join our workshop designed to help business owners crack the code of financial projections. Our VP - Relationship Manager, Adrian Gomez-Zavala, will explain what goes into financial projections, how to establish benchmarks, and what lenders look for in these calculations. Presented in partnership with the San Francisco Small Business Development Center. This free workshop will take place on Tuesday, September 24th at 1pm PT on Zoom. Register here: bit.ly/fin-projections

Join us for the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center's panel discussion, Making Progress: Navigating Access to Capital for Small Businesses and Startups, on Wednesday, September 18 at 6pm. Our Senior Relationship Manager, Darius Mahajer, will be sharing advice and practical tips on securing the capital needed to start or grow your business alongside our colleagues at Working Solutions CDFI, TMC Community Capital, and Feed the Hunger. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gmPU3Cpy

We're thrilled to participate in the upcoming Capital Summit organized by the OAACC and Working Solutions! Come connect with lenders and get resources to secure funding for your business. For registration and more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gBF-Grcf

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Rohan Kalbag as the Interim CEO of Main Street Launch, effective as of July 1, 2024. Rohan first joined our board in April 2023 and brings over 20 years of extensive experience in the financial services sector, making him an exceptional leader to guide our organization during this transitional period. Rohan's prestigious career includes serving as an Executive Vice President at Wells Fargo, where he led various functions within the institution’s International and Commercial Banking divisions. He built and led relationship management and lending businesses in Northern California, the Midwest, and Asia-Pacific region. He also had experience running risk management, change management, and middle office functions. His expertise and leadership have consistently driven successful outcomes in complex environments. Born in the United Kingdom, Rohan moved to the United States in 1995 and has built a global career, having lived and worked in Hong Kong, Australia, and Taiwan. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Rohan is a dedicated philanthropist and community leader in the Bay Area. His diverse range of experience brings a unique perspective to our organization as we continue to expand and innovate in today’s dynamic market. We are confident that Rohan's leadership and dedication to excellence will be invaluable to Main Street Launch during this interim period while our board remains focused on the search for a permanent CEO. Please join us in welcoming Rohan to his new role as Interim CEO!

Our VP-Relationship Manager Michael McGrane is presenting this virtual workshop on Tuesday, July 16th at 10am. Learn how to accurately calculate project costs in order to secure the right amount of funding for your business! Register here: bit.ly/loanready2

Join our webinar on Tuesday, June 18th to learn more about the different loan programs and business advising services offered by local mission-driven lenders. Register here: https://bit.ly/loanready1 Presented in partnership with Pacific Community Ventures (PCV), Mission Economic Development Agency, TMC Community Capital, and Working Solutions CDFI.