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Women's Entrepreneurship Program
All women welcome including trans and cis women to this 12-week personal empowerment program that provides tcraining, mentorship, peer support and networking to aspiring women entrepreneurs in the Bayview Hunters Point, Visitacion Valley, Lower Fillmore and Hope SF communities.
Women who complete the program are eligible to participate in a pitch contest, “RenTank,” for a cash prize to help launch their businesses.
To sign up & learn more go to: bayview@rencenter.org | (415) 647-3728
Pictured: Renaissance Entrepreneur Theresa Wallace, Royal Tees Custom Designs & Events
Contractors of Color
Our Contractors’ Initiative supports local small businesses in the construction sector to build their business capacities, technical skills and networks, so they can compete more effectively in the local economy.
We help local contractors secure business certifications, receive industry specific training, and mentorship from prime contractors to build their capacities, accelerate the growth of their businesses, and increase net profits.
To sign up & learn more go to: bayview@rencenter.org | (415) 647-3728
Pictured: Renaissance Entrepreneur James Mabrey, Your All Day Everyday Janitorial Services
Bayview Program Offerings
- Women’s Entrepreneurship Program
- Biz Fit
- SF Shines
- Contractors of Color
- Distribution & Repair
To sign up & learn more go to: bayview@rencenter.org | (415) 647-3728
Our Team
Renaissance Bayview
Biz Fit
Do you own a small business on 3rd Street in Bayview, Leland Avenue in Visitacion Valley or Fillmore Street in the Lower Fillmore?
An important feature of the program is the development of an Individual Development Plan (IDP), which is used to identify key resources and address specific business needs.
To sign up & learn more go to: bayview@rencenter.org | (415) 647-3728
Pictured: Renaissance Entrepreneur Yvonne Hines, Yvonne’s Southern Sweets
SF Shines
Storefront improvement reimbursement program through the City of San Francisco OEWD (Office of Economic & Workforce Development)
To sign up & learn more go to: bayview@rencenter.org | (415) 647-3728
Become a Client at Bayview
Client benefits include:
- Access to industry specific opportunities
- Access to marketing in our weekly / monthly newsletters and social media posts
- Access to 1:1 consulting
- Access to vending opportunities in the Bayview Community
- Access to our Business Assistance Center, including mailbox service and conference rooms* (fees apply)
Take your first step by scheduling a meeting with our team!
If you have questions or are an existing client please contact Karina Bucciarelli at karina@rencenter.org
Office Space at Bayview
Bayview Business Assistance Center (BAC)
The BAC provides a supportive entrepreneurial community with professional office space. Through private offices and cubicles, shared meeting space, access to technology and our suite of services and peer support, BAC tenants lower their costs while maximizing their growth potential.
To learn more or schedule a tour, contact: Marcus Tartt at mtartt@rencenter.org | (415) 430-6403.
Bayview Client Success Stories
Tana Harris
Renaissance Contractor Tana Harris, owner of Harris Hoisting, was awarded Renaissance’s 2022 Established Entrepreneur of the Year Award. www.harrishoisting.com
Asoniti Foster
Bayview Women Graduate Asoniti Foster, owner of Puzzled2020 was awarded Renaissance’s 2022 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award. www.puzzled2020.com
Workshops & Events
Continue to develop essential business skills, networks and knowledge with our workshops and special events.
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