Exploring Pacific Community Ventures ’ Loan and Mentorship Resources with Bob Porter
Trying to locate financial resources to succeed in the construction industry can often be a challenging task . However , Pacific Community Ventures ( PCV ) - headquartered in the East Bay but serving all of California - stands out as a loan resource boasting a successful history of helping small contractors get started , grow their businesses , and climb the ladder of success . A nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting local small business entrepreneurs and their communities , PCV ’ s integrated model combines affordable capital through small business loans , free business advising , and innovative tools such as the Good Jobs Innovation Lab to help business owners pursue their dreams , while building wealth for their families , employees , and neighborhoods .
PCV aims to strengthen small and local businesses , create good jobs , and build
Robert Porter , Chief Lending Officer , Pacific Community Ventures
more equitable communities . Their impact includes supporting the creation of more than 10,000 jobs , funding or advising over 6,000 small businesses , and evaluating more than $ 2B in impact investments .
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