NOW ACCEPTING ELEVASIAN’S NEW VENTURE PROGRAM APPLICATIONS

Brochure for ElevAsian New Venture Cohort Program featuring event photos, program description, benefits, and application details.

Rolling admissions until 15 applicants are selected. Download our Cohort Brochure for more information on the program and application process.

Cohort Starts
June 10, 2026

Application Deadline:
May 25, 2026

Only 2 spots left!
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Our Mission

ElevAsian narrows the wealth gap by stimulating job creation and building wealth in low-and moderate-income communities by providing entrepreneurship training, mentorship, peer-to-peer learning, access to capital and resources, and social/emotional support for people who lack networks and social capital.

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Who We Serve

ElevAsian serves and supports under-resourced entrepreneurs on the path from ideation through startup, sustainability, scale and exit. The type of businesses that have benefited from ElevAsian programs have included B2B and B2C such as professional service providers (i.e. law firms, CPAs, insurance agencies, medical practices), manufacturers, technology, finance, retail, restaurants and food producers. The majority are located in low-and moderate-income communties throughout Massachusetts and beyond.

Woman smiling and holding a microphone and paper, standing next to a table with colorful hats and headbands, in a room with purple curtains and a white wall.

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A woman in a brown blazer holding a glass of red wine shaking hands with a man in glasses wearing a white shirt and patterned tie, inside a modern office or reception area.

Group of diverse people standing on stage holding large checks and awards at a business pitch contest, with a dark purple curtain backdrop.

A woman in black blazer taking notes at a conference table with a laptop and water bottles, while an audience listens attentively in a wood-paneled room.

Group of diverse adults conversing and smiling at a social gathering

Person holding event flyer at Asian Small Business Finance Summit with a group of people in background.

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Group of four diverse professionals smiling and chatting at a networking event, with empty chairs in the background.

Group of diverse people attending a seminar or conference in a well-lit room, seated at tables with laptops and beverages.

Business meeting in a conference room with attendees seated around a large wooden table, some standing and speaking, with beverages and notebooks on the table.

A diverse group of people attending a conference, sitting in chairs in a room with some raising their hands and others taking notes or listening attentively.

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Five diverse people smiling and posing together, with some making hand gestures, against a plain white wall.

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Five diverse individuals sitting in a panel discussion, holding microphones, with a large window and cityscape in the background.

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A diverse group of people standing together, smiling, with some raising fists in celebration or unity, in a room with a presentation screen behind them.

A man and woman posing outdoors at a public event or gathering, surrounded by people, some wearing masks. The man wears glasses, a checkered shirt, and holds a jacket, while the woman wears a green dress and beige coat.

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Our Vision

ElevAsian aspires to become the go-to trusted resource for underserved entrepreneurs and business owners, and a best-in-class organization in the small business ecosystem.

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“Thanks for putting together another great pitch contest! I was thoroughly impressed and entertained by the many awesome businesses and ideas. As usual, you all did a phenomenal job!

–Tran Le, Pho Le Restaurant (1st cohort graduate)

Ways To Get Involved

Ways To Get Involved

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Make a donation
Mentor participants
Teach topic seminars
Serve on board
Refer applicants
Host convenings