Growth Factory: Business Catalyst Fund
In partnership with El Dorado County, the Growth Factory is now accepting applications for a new Business Catalyst Fund that will provide grants of up to $50,000 and capacity building support designed to help early stage high growth companies that have the potential to scale in the county. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
This is an incredible opportunity to hear from the Growth Factory co-founder and manager director Monique Brown.
This event is ideal for cities and community leaders looking to execute on innovation as economic development strategies as well as startups and small businesses in the El Dorado County area looking to apply to the Business Catalyst Fund.
People attending this session will learn about Growth Factories outlook on venture capital in Northern California, what the Business Catalyst Fund is looking to fund in 2024 and so much more.
Speaker Information
Sedale Turbovsky, CEO & Co-Founder, OpenGrants
Sedale Turbovsky is the CEO and co-founder of OpenGrants, his fourth venture-backed startup and second in the public sector, which aims to transform the grant funding landscape by making it more accessible, equitable, and transparent. Sedale firmly believes that technology can be used as a powerful tool to democratize access to resources and opportunities, and is passionate about improving government and the citizen experience.
Prior to embarking on his entrepreneurial journey, Sedale worked as a issues management consultant supporting firms working with government and in heavily regulated environments. He has a long history of leading successful teams, raising capital, and building startups. Apart from his work at OpenGrants, Sedale is an investor and advisor to a variety of startups.
Monique Brown, Co-Founder & Managing Director, The Growth Factory & Partner at Growth Factory Ventures
I believe in the potential of people and the power of community. So, I spend my time working to build impactful and resourced networks that can be activated to unleash the potential of our local startup founders, entrepreneurial students, and small business owners. I am most joyful and effective when connecting & empowering others, designing & executing new programs and events, and building strategic partnerships. I am open to collaborate and support! So, please feel free to reach out with ideas & requests.