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WHO WE ARE We are a collective of experienced, community- minded entrepreneurs who have spent more than a decade working alongside local residents, business owners, and organizations. Together, we are building a future where everyone has access to the opportunities, resources, and relationships needed to create wealth, strengthen their communities, and pursue the American dream for their families.
We provide education, expand access to opportunity, and build the networks entrepreneurs need to grow. By creating clear pathways to ownership, capital, and long-term success, we help close the economic wealth gap and strengthen Arizona’s underserved communities. LEARN MORE ABOUT WHY OUR WORK IS SO CRITICAL WHAT WE DO LEARN MORE
600+ $6 million 100+ 300+ 300+ Entrepreneurs and small businesses empowered through our programs and events. More than $6 million in revenue generated by small businesses through ACRES events and opportunities. More than $6 million in revenue generated by small businesses through ACRES events and opportunities. Our business growth and scaling support has helped create more than 100 jobs within the local community. events hosted, designed to expand opportunity and support the success of local entrepreneurs and small businesses. events hosted, designed to expand opportunity and support the success of local entrepreneurs and small businesses. Since 2016 our goal has been to empower underserved brilliance that exists in our community We expand access to the knowledge, opportunities, mentorship, and relationships entrepreneurs need to overcome historic barriers and build sustainable, successful businesses. Our impact over the years
Creating pathways to financial stability and wealth through workforce development, financial literacy, homeownership, access to capital, and career advancement. Economic Mobility Building strong networks among residents, entrepreneurs, organizations, funders, and institutions to connect people with opportunities and expand collective impact. Collaboration & Community Developing the next generation of founders & leaders while ensuring that families can build, retain, and transfer wealth within their communities. Legacy & Community Wealth Equipping entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools, capital connections, and technical support needed to build sustainable businesses, create jobs, and establish long-term ownership. Entrepreneurship & Ownership OUR FOCUS
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TURNING POTENTIAL INTO POWER EASTLAKE We are excited to announce the grand opening of The ARC (Archwood Resource Collaborative). Our brand new communty power center focused on economic development, mentorship and community empowerment through the power of collaboration. LEARN MORE!
APPLY HERE Calling all speakers, trainers, facilitators, coaches, mentors, etc! The Archwood Resource Collaborative (The ARC) is a new entrepreneur and community resource center located in the historic Eastlake Park community. We’re looking for strong community organizations to partner with and offer resources and educational programming to the community. If interested please complete the partner interest form below. CalLing For Community Partners
OUR PROGRAMMING (select to learn more) BILLION DOLLAR BRAND BILLION DOLLAR BRAND YOUTH ACRES RETAIL INCUBATOR COFFEE & CONNECT NETWORKING BUY BLACK MARKETPLACE BLACK FRIDAY BLOCK PARTY
THANK YOU WITHOUT YOU THE WORK IS NOT POSSIBLE TO OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS
1145 E WASHINGTON ST #100 PHOENIX, AZ Address acres@archwoodexchange.com Email get in touch