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Capital Circles
Greater Houston Black Chamber
Unlocking Capital for GHBC Entrepreneurs
The Greater Houston Black Chamber (GHBC), in partnership with the Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership (IFEL), invites you to join a community-centered movement to break down systemic capital barriers and wrap local entrepreneurs in a dedicated Circle of Support.
Capital Circles is generously supported by grant funding from
ACTIVATION TIMELINE
Community Kickoff Session - Monday, July 13 - 11:30 am - 12:30 pm CT
Discover how Capital Circles works and find your pathway to get involved.
Main Street Angels Training
Wednesday, July 15
11:30 am - 1:00 pm CT
A virtual session for local professionals looking to become community angel investors.
Entrepreneur Showcase
Wednesday, August 26
11:30 am - 1:00 pm CT
Meet selected GHBC entrepreneurs as they pitch and mobilize networks.
Crowdfunding and Amplification Campaigns
Ongoing
Step in to back live campaigns and share entrepreneur profiles with your circles.
Circle Celebration Event
Monday, September 28
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CT
Publicly celebrating connections made, milestones reached, and capital unlocked.
Ways to get involved
Volunteer
Share your expertise in finance, marketing, legal structuring, or operations to help an entrepreneur navigate real-time business hurdles.
Invest in Main Street
Get the knowledge, confidence, and tools to support the entrepreneurs you care about by working with your community to support local entrepreneurs.
Get Support
If you are a Greater Houston business owner ready to open up access to funding, strategic networks, and community support, learn more by signing up for an information session.