WomenVenture
Empower women to achieve their economic goals
In the heart of Black History Month, we honor the extraordinary journey of Chaz Sandifer, a shining example of inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs. As the visionary founder and CEO of theNEWmpls, Let Go Let Flow, and Stories Behind the Menu, she epitomizes the entrepreneurial spirit.
With a passion for early childhood and supporting each child’s individuality and growth, Tonya Jenkins is realizing her dream of building family and community through Children of the Future Learning Center. Â
Martina Priadka, owner of ALTBurger in Northeast Minneapolis, has been working in the restaurant industry her entire life.Through WomenVenture’s lending program, Martina gained access to capital to support ALT's plant-based scratch restaurant.
WomenVenture training client Sabrina Jones, CEO and Founder of SJC Body Love is working to bring products that are simple, clean, and indulgent to a national audience. Â
WomenVenture lending and business consulting client Farhiyo S. Elmi recently started Qstar Logistics, a woman-owned hauling and logistics corporation breaking into the male-dominated industry of general freight trucking. Â
Applied Care Services founded by WomenVenture lending clients LuAnn Hanson and Mara Hanson focuses on serving those facing economic hardships, reliant on Medicaid, and often confronted with homelessness.
