I-Fund at Winrock International

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟Introducing the Readying Small Businesses for Access to Capital program, fueled by Walmart and championed by #Winrock. 🚀 In the face of the COVID-19 crisis, this initiative is set to empower and uplift Black-owned e-commerce and wholesale retail businesses in #Arkansas, #Louisiana, and #Mississippi. 🌐 What's the Program About? We're on a mission to provide essential business development support, addressing the unique challenges faced by minority-owned enterprises during these challenging times. 🌱 How Can Steve Rice Assist You? Our esteemed Technical Assistance Provider, Steve Rice, brings a wealth of expertise to the table. From evaluating and applying for new #loans to offering support in business plan development, prototyping, #patenting advice, customer discovery assistance, and peer networking—Steve is here to guide you through every step. 💡 Why Join? Surviving and thriving is the goal. We understand that access to new sources of capital is crucial. Through this program, we aim to connect you with potential opportunities, including the Southern Opportunity and Resilience (SOAR) fund. Let's navigate the path to success together! #smallbusinessowners #minoritybusiness #entreprenuership Apply Here: https://buff.ly/3RGy7OJ

🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🚀 Winrock International's Multicultural Business Xcellerator (MBX) is here to champion inclusive innovation and entrepreneurship in Arkansas! 🌐🌆 🚀 What is MBX? MBX is a groundbreaking initiative, supported by the Walton Family Foundation, that's set to change the game for entrepreneurs in Arkansas and beyond. This program is on a mission to bridge the gaps in funding, mentorship, and procurement, making Arkansas a hub for inclusive entrepreneurial success! 🎯 Who Can Participate? If you're a visionary building transformative tech or tech-enabled companies, led by women and/or under-represented founders, primed for growth, and willing to commit to the program, MBX is calling your name! 💼 🌍 What to Expect: Selected cohort members will embark on a 16-week journey in Northwest Arkansas in 2024, where MBX will connect you to expert mentors, potential sources of capital, customers, and expansion opportunities, accelerating your growth and investment opportunities. 🚀💰 💬 Words from the Founder: Bjorn Simmons, the visionary behind MBX, envisions a world-class venture development program for diverse founders, redefining scalability standards and revolutionizing inclusive innovation in Arkansas and beyond! 📝 Apply Now! Applications are OPEN for the inaugural cohort! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make your mark on the entrepreneurial landscape. Head to the project's website to learn more and apply! 👉 https://buff.ly/47aizHN Let's make Arkansas a hub for inclusive innovation and entrepreneurship. Together, we can build a more diverse and vibrant business community. 💪✨ #MBX #InclusiveInnovation #Entrepreneurship #ArkansasOpportunity #DiverseFounders #BusinessGrowth

Want a brief intro to large language model tools like #ChatGPT or Bard? Join the I-Fund at Winrock International and guest speaker, Steve Rice, for a free workshop entitled, "ChatGPT Business Beginner," October 10, 2023 from 7:00PM-8:00PM CST. Dip your toe in the shallow end of generative AI with this insightful discussion + Q&A about how to use large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Google’s #Bard professionally. In this presentation you’ll: - Learn what #LLMs are and how they work - Learn some basic prompt engineering frameworks you can use in your business -See a live demonstration of how to create marketing content using ChatGPT -Explore use cases for both business and nonprofit success using LLMs -Participate in a Q&A to help you understand how to use some of these tools more effectively #GenerativeAI is here to stay. Don’t fall behind. Join us for this exciting presentation! Register Now! https://buff.ly/3rlcWXX

Join the I-Fund at Winrock International, Tuesday, September 26, 2023 for a free webinar entitled "Digital Marketing on a Dime." This session will give an overview of the available marketing and branding resources for small businesses to use without breaking the bank. It will also introduce how ChatGPT AI can be incorporated into digital marketing to generate high-quality, unique content quickly and easily. The discussion will be led by Lenieka Portis, CEO of P5 Solutions, a consultant and management company that provides a range of services including digital marketing and digital course creation. #ChatGPT #AI #digitalmarketing #smallbusiness #CEO Register Now! https://buff.ly/3RhWvGo

Join the I-Fund at Winrock International for "The Art of the Pitch," presented by Aileen Bennett - Creative Director, Illustrator, and Professional Speaker, September 21, 2023 at 7PM CST.  Aileen Bennett is a brand-creating, business-improving, clever thinking, staff-motivating, customer-pleasing, quirky-as-they-come designer, artist and consultant. During this session, Aileen will use her English wit and sarcasm liberally (you have been warned) to explain how to pitch to investors, potential clients, and other funders. #pitching #businesspitch #investors #startups #minorityowned #CEO #smallbusiness Register Today! https://buff.ly/464JKDw