Speaker: Amanda Askew, Senior Community Lender, Allies for Community Business.

Allies for Community Business supports entrepreneurs from any background to start and grow their businesses and create generational wealth for their families and communities. Their mission is to provide the capital, coaching, and collaboration entrepreneurs need to grow great businesses in their communities.

This series features presentations by capital providers and information about how to access different forms of capital. Each investor or lender will speak on:

• The types of businesses they fund and the funding they make available,

• What makes a successful ask for capital,

• Examples of success stories, and

• How to apply/pitch for funds.

* This is a hybrid event. If you need to join virtually, please look for the Zoom link sent via email before the event.

Questions? Contact polsky@uchicago.edu.