

For Small Business Owners
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Our Small Business Hackathon model offers a targeted and high-impact consulting opportunity. We connect you with vetted, skilled professionals who donate their expertise to help solve your most pressing business challenges. This is your chance to gain essential knowledge and confidence.
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For Entrepreneurs
You have a passion. You're in business and looking for capital. It's time to get capital ready.
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For Investors
Join us to optimize capital and resources for entrepreneurs in need. Discover participation opportunities.
Capital Circles is a program of the Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership.
Founded in 2002, we are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Our mission is to empower champions, mobilize allies, and activate investors to use their relationships and other resources to foster a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.


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