Main Street Launch is proud to have been accepted as a Community Progress Maker by Citi Foundation. Joining this national cohort of high-impact community organizations who received core operating support has enabled us to grow and develop new programs and services to meet the needs entrepreneurs we serve face. January 28-February 4, 2019, Main…
We love seeing great media coverage of our clients, and we’re thrilled to share the most recent from Thrillist. They produced a list of the best BBQ in every state, and our client Black Bark BBQ won for California. Black Bark BBQ is an SF-based, African American-owned small business in the Fillmore District…
We’re thrilled to support innovative, community-focused small businesses in San Francisco. One new business that is scheduled to open soon is Luxurious Nail Boutique. Owned by Richard Washington, Luxurious Nail Boutique will will offer full mani/pedi service, along with waxing, threading and custom nail design from a group of technicians reflecting San Francisco’s cultural and…
In 2016, in partnership with Wells Fargo’s Diverse Community Capital fund, Main Street Launch developed some additional programs and services specifically designed to support African American small business owners in Oakland and San Francisco. This program is lead by Robert Lattimore, Senior Vice President. One element is our Entrepreneur in Residence Program. Our Entrepreneurs…
We’re thrilled to share Opportunity Finance Network (OFN)’s post about Main Street Launch’s support of Brown Sugar Kitchen, a long-time client. Brown Sugar Kitchen is a staple of West Oakland and a destination eatery (some Golden State Warriors players recently took a picture during their meal there). Main Street Launch has been a proud…
Katie Taylor, Main Street’s Assistant Vice President – Communications, interviews Robert Lattimore, Senior Vice President. Robert has over 35 years of experience in the public, private, and economic development sectors. His experience includes working with company founders, financial institutions, community based organizations, and local municipalities. Robert has helped over 200 entrepreneurs in diverse business sectors. Click…
