Main Street Launch

Main Street Launch Strengthening local economies by providing loans to entrepreneurs capable of starting and growing sma www.MainStreetLaunch.org

Meet Our Team! Accounting & Administrative Specialist Shay Synigal keeps our day-to-day financial operations running smo...
09/11/2025

Meet Our Team! Accounting & Administrative Specialist Shay Synigal keeps our day-to-day financial operations running smoothly and efficiently. With her range of experience spanning marketing to accounting in a variety of industries, she brings a unique perspective to her role.

A few fun facts about Shay:
🧾Manages accounting data and invoicing for various programs
🎓Proud HBCU Alumna
✈️Loves to travel the world with her mom and friends

We are so grateful to have her skills and positive energy on the Main Street Launch team!

Come find us at the Small Business Resource Fair next week! We'll be in great company with many other organizations pro...
09/08/2025

Come find us at the Small Business Resource Fair next week! We'll be in great company with many other organizations providing critical support to local entrepreneurs. Connect with the resources you need to start our grow your business!

🗓️ Tuesday, September 16th
🕛 12-4pm
📍Phoenix Hotel, 601 Eddy St, San Francisco

Registration link in our bio

Meet Our Team: Chief Development Officer Jen L. Verne has been with Main Street Launch for over a decade. With her rich ...
08/21/2025

Meet Our Team: Chief Development Officer Jen L. Verne has been with Main Street Launch for over a decade. With her rich background in economic development, social enterprise, and strategic partnerships, she's instrumental in driving our mission forward.

A few fun facts about Jen:
💵Raises millions of dollars to support entrepreneurs
💚Founder & Chair of the CDFI Climate Crisis Working Group
🌏Travels the world with her husband - most recently New Zealand and Maldives

We're grateful for her leadership in fundraising, impact reporting, and organizational development.

🚀 Ready to grow your business and access capital?The SCALE Network matches you with expert coaches who can help you:✅ Na...
08/19/2025

🚀 Ready to grow your business and access capital?
The SCALE Network matches you with expert coaches who can help you:
✅ Navigate the lending process
✅ Build strong financial skills
✅ Craft a compelling business plan
✅ Secure funding
… and more!
Our business advising is tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re starting or scaling up our mission is to help you succeed.
Join California’s SCALE Network and start your capital readiness journey today!
https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/455/744

Celebrate Black Business Month with our clients! Today we're highlighting 5 wonderful San Francisco based Black-owned bu...
08/14/2025

Celebrate Black Business Month with our clients! Today we're highlighting 5 wonderful San Francisco based Black-owned businesses we've had the honor to work with:

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Celebrating 10 years in business TODAY 🎉 Teranga offers delicious, nutrient-packed products inspired by African superfoods, from baobab-infused juices to snacks and wholesome meals.

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U3Fit is a Bayview fitness center that combines personal training, fitness nutrition, and wellness coaching to help you engage your body, mind, and purpose.

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Minnie Bell's Soul Movement is a homecoming: Chef Fernay McPherson brings her famous rosemary fried chicken and Southern cuisine classics to the historic Fillmore district.

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The Culture SF is committed to making a positive impact on health and wellness through three essential pillars: fitness, nutrition coaching, and community connection.

5 - Grace Homes Inc. (Story link in bio)
Founded by a mother and son duo, Grace Homes Inc is a residential care facility dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals with mental disabilities, with a primary focus on those with autism. Read their inspiring story at the link in our bio!


💡 Did you know?Small businesses that receive a loan or financing are:📈 54% more likely to qualify for future loans🛡️ 54%...
08/14/2025

💡 Did you know?
Small businesses that receive a loan or financing are:
📈 54% more likely to qualify for future loans
🛡️ 54% more likely to survive long-term
💰 And increase sales by an average of 41%
Ready to boost your business? Join California’s SCALE Network and start your capital readiness journey with a trusted business advisor who will guide you every step of the way!
https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/455/744

Being capital ready isn’t just about paperwork — it’s about having the right support system.California’s SCALE Network o...
08/06/2025

Being capital ready isn’t just about paperwork — it’s about having the right support system.
California’s SCALE Network offers more than just help organizing your loan documentation. We provide:
⚖️ Legal services
📊 Accounting support
💡 Financial advising
📚 Workshops and 1:1 business advising
Whether you're preparing for a loan or planning your next phase of growth, our mission is to help you at every step to success.
✅ Prepare your small business to access capital — and thrive.
https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/455/744

August is ! We're shining a spotlight on a few of the incredible Black-owned businesses in Oakland that we've had the p...
08/05/2025

August is ! We're shining a spotlight on a few of the incredible Black-owned businesses in Oakland that we've had the privilege of working with. Support these local entrepreneurs making big contributions and impacts in our community!

1 - .energy
The Sanctuary is a Black q***r woman-owned apothecary and botánica boutique on Grand Avenue. The storefront offers handcrafted herbal remedies, ritual tools, and garments made with ethically sourced organic and sustainable ingredients and materials. The Sanctuary hosts community‑centered events and wellness workshops.

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Ramsess Art Garden is a lush indoor-outdoor plant shop and cultural event space in Oakland’s Uptown district. Blending greenery, art, and community, it offers curated plants, handmade pottery, and hosts events like workshops, sound baths, and markets in a vibrant, welcoming setting.

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Calabash is a vibrant Afro‑Caribbean & Jamaican restaurant and bar located in Uptown Oakland. Founded by Chef Nigel Jones, it showcases creative dishes by local chefs and producers, blending Jamaican home cooking with global culinary innovation. Guests can enjoy a full bar and delicious, affordable meals in a lively, community‑focused space.

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Lauded as  the top restaurant in the Bay by , Burdell needs no introduction. Named in honor of chef‑owner Geoff Davis’s grandmother, the space radiates nostalgic “grandma energy” with retro décor, vintage plates, and a warm, communal ambiance.

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Oakland Barber Academy emphasizes barber education and business development skills . It provides flexible pathways for aspiring professionals looking to build careers in the field of barbering. The academy’s mission is to create jobs, mitigate displacement, and foster economic opportunity for East Oakland.

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HaPPiHands is a Black woman-owned indoor play space and event venue in West Oakland for families. This vibrant space offers engaging open-play sessions and flexible birthday party packages. HaPPiHands emphasizes safe, joyful experiences for children ages 6 months to 8 years old.

📊 What do lenders look at when you apply for a business loan?To be capital ready, your financial documents need to be in...
07/29/2025

📊 What do lenders look at when you apply for a business loan?
To be capital ready, your financial documents need to be in order. That includes:
✔️ Credit score
✔️ Collateral
✔️ Personal guarantee
✔️ Bank statements
✔️ Debt schedule
✔️ Tax returns
✔️ Business and personal financial statements
✔️ Financial projections
💼 Receive expert support through California’s SCALE Network and work with a trusted business advisor to prepare with confidence.
Let’s get your business ready for funding!
https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/455/744

📋 What does your business need to be capital ready?To access funding, you’ll need to put your business in order. That in...
07/24/2025

📋 What does your business need to be capital ready?
To access funding, you’ll need to put your business in order. That includes:✔️ A clear business history
✔️ Disclosure of ownership and affiliations
✔️ Up-to-date legal documents
✔️ A strong business plan with financials
✔️ Documentation of job creation
Ready to take the next step? Join California’s SCALE Network and be paired with a trusted business advisor to guide you through the process!
https://startupspace.app/v2/dynamic-survey/view/455/744

Meet Our Team! Brooke Solomon supports small business owners by guiding them through the closing process and ensuring th...
07/22/2025

Meet Our Team! Brooke Solomon supports small business owners by guiding them through the closing process and ensuring that loan files are in compliance as SVP-Loan Closing & Compliance. She originally joined Main Street Launch as an intern in 2017 and has been a dedicated team member and passionate advocate for our clients ever since!

A few fun facts about Brooke:
👁️Has a keen eye for detail to close loans & maintain compliance
🐻Went to UC Berkeley. Go bears!
💍Lives in Napa with her fiancé

We're so grateful for Brooke's contributions to our organization. Stay tuned for more fun facts about each of our staff members over the next several weeks!

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2101 Webster Street, Ste 1200
Oakland, CA
94612

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Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm

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(510) 763-4297

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