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:
April 25, 2026

Only 2 spots left!
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Our Mission

ElevAsian empowers underserved businesses around the world through entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and peer-to-peer learning. We connect entrepreneurs with access to capital, resources, and a growing community of like-minded business owners who often lack traditional networks.

Through strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, ElevAsian hosts juried pitch contests offering cash prizes, while our cohort program alumni lead dynamic social networking events that foster collaboration and growth.

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Who We Serve

ElevAsian serves established and early stage business owners who are striving to take their businesses to the next level. These businesses are predominantly located in low-and moderate-income communities in Massachusetts and worldwide.

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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

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