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WELCOME TO

Capital Circles

Houston

Leaning into the power of community as capital

About Capital Circles

  Capital Circles is a program of the Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership (IFEL) designed to bring together investors, champions, ecosystem builders, and advocates (collectively “changemakers”) who are committed to expanding access to capital and opportunities for more entrepreneurs. Through intentional relationship-building and shared learning, Capital Circles works to strengthen relationship connectivity, mobilize resources, and drive access by leveraging the power of community-based collaboration.

Capital Circles is generously supported by grant funding from

Support the Featured Entrepreneur

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Online Global Classroom

Online Global Classroom was founded with one purpose - to establish an online community for learners to improve their language skills through cultural enrichment with native educators.

Shantel Alford

Founder

Community Collaboration Makes the Difference

​Watch the highlight video from the Houston Capital Circles Hackathon held on January 23, 2026, to experience the energy, collaboration, and impact that define a live Capital Circles event.  

Featured Capital Circles Partner

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Collaboration Partners

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Ways for you to Be Involved

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Get Support for your Business

 

You have a passion. You're in business and looking for capital. It's time to get capital ready.

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Share your Expertise with an Entrepreneur

 

Turn your expertise into impact. Connect with high-potential businesses to help close the knowledge gap.

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Join our Main Street Angels Training

 

Understand how many people can make for lighter work for small businesses.

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Support Crowdfunding Campaigns

 

Join us to optimize capital and resources for entrepreneurs in need.

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