Empowering the Entrepreneurial & Business Journey
Our AZHCC’s Capital Readiness Program is built on a platform of six (6) core elements designed to empower the nation’s business communities.
Capital
Build a Stronger Financial Foundation
Access to capital starts with understanding where your business stands today and what funding options may be available to support your growth. Through one-on-one guidance, business owners receive education and support designed to help them prepare for funding opportunities, improve financial readiness, and better understand the lending landscape.
Services may include:
- One-on-one confidential consulting and education
- Soft credit pull
- Access to funding resources
- Traditional bank lending information
- CDFI loan and line of credit guidance
- Information on grant opportunities
Contracts & Procurement
Prepare for New Business Opportunities
Securing contracts requires preparation, education, and access to the right opportunities. This service area helps business owners better understand procurement pathways, legal considerations, and potential contract opportunities across public and private sectors.
Services may include:
- One-on-one confidential consulting and education
- Legal assistance
- Contract opportunity guidance
- City, state, local, tribal, and private sector opportunities
Capacity Building
Strengthen Your Business for Growth
Capacity building focuses on helping business owners improve their operations, expand their resources, and position their business for long-term success. From training and workforce development to marketing support and investor readiness, this area is designed to help businesses grow with confidence.
Services may include:
- One-on-one confidential consulting and education
- Teaming and partnering support
- Legal assistance
- Workforce development and training resources
- Marketing and branding support
- Certification assistance
- Pitch competitions and investor connections
Ecommerce
Expand Your Reach Online
Ecommerce gives business owners the opportunity to reach new customers, increase visibility, and compete in a growing digital marketplace. This service area supports entrepreneurs who want to explore online sales platforms, strengthen their digital presence, and connect with broader local and statewide markets.
Services may include:
- One-on-one consulting
- Amazon and other ecommerce platform guidance
- Mobile makers’ space resources
- Local and statewide marketing support
Bonding & Insurance
Protect Your Business and Prepare for Larger Opportunities
Bonding and insurance are essential for helping businesses protect their operations, meet contract requirements, and prepare for growth. This service area provides guidance around key coverage needs and bonding requirements that may be necessary when pursuing contracts or expanding business operations.
Services may include:
- One-on-one support
- Legal assistance
- Bid bonds
- Payment bonds
- Performance bonds
- Equipment insurance
- General liability
- Property insurance
- Workers’ compensation
- Professional liability
Global Opportunities
Explore Business Growth Beyond Borders
Global opportunities help business owners explore pathways to expand into international markets and connect with resources that support global business development. This service area provides education, introductions, and access to opportunities that can help businesses prepare for growth in broader markets.
Services may include:
- One-on-one consulting and education
- EXIM Bank introduction
- Direct opportunities in global markets
- Insurance guidance
- Pitch competitions and investor connections
- Opportunities through the World Bank
Charting Your Course to Business Prosperity
Whether you’re looking to start a new business, scale your existing business, or secure funding for continued growth, the AZHCC’s Capital Readiness Program is here to support you every step of the way; we are The Home for All Businesses.
