Our History

The Start:ME program is a partner of the Emory University Start:ME program in Atlanta.

The Start:ME model has established a proven track record of success. Since 2016, the program has helped over 130 micro-entrepreneurs start or grow various businesses, including tutoring assistance, cleaning services, driving schools, event planning, legal services, and retail stores. Ninety percent of participating ventures are minority- and women-owned businesses. Loan investments of over $150,000 have been invested into the target neighborhoods.

Visit Emory's site at www.startmeaccelerator.org

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