These two mid-sized cities located on the banks of the Merrimack River are the birthplace of the American industrial revolution’s textile industry beginning in the mid-1800s. Today, they are vibrant and highly diverse communities working hard to support the entrepreneurial spirit of their residents. EforAll is proud to offer its programming in both English and Spanish here.
Lowell – Lawrence
Business Accelerator
The Accelerator is a free, one-year program offered twice a year in EforAll communities. It provides immersive business training, mentorship and access to an extended professional network. Anyone with a dream to start or grow a business is encouraged to apply.
Pitch Contests
Fast-paced, fun community events that enable early-stage entrepreneurs to gain valuable exposure and feedback on a business idea at no cost. Great opportunity to network and validate business idea with potential to win a cash prize from EforAll.
Lowell-Lawrence Entrepreneurs
STARTING HER OWN BUSINESS AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAREER
Upcoming Events
Lowell Spring 2021 All Ideas Pitch Contest
Online event to be held April 15, 2021. Must apply by March 30th @ 5 pm!
Lowell Summer 2021 Accelerator
Online classes begin on June 1, 2021. Applications due April 22nd at 5pm ET!
Check back soon for more events!
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The Boston Globe – November 11, 2020
EforAll Awarded 10-year Cummings Grant
Press Release – October 13, 2020
Local Entrepreneur Aims to Help People Start Businesses During Pandemic (Video)
Spectrum News 1 – September 5, 2020
Lowell-Lawrence Mentor Spotlight
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Leadership Advisory Board
- Frank Carvalho – Mill Cities Community Investments
- Kara Doyle – Jeanne D’ Arc Credit Union
- Fred Faust – Edge Group
- Rafael Fonseca – Artel Video Systems
- Jonathan Machado – Enterprise Bank
- Anthony Nganga – Studio 26 Associates & Alumnus
- Tom O’Donnell – UMass, Lowell
- Kevin Oye – Tufts University
- Theresa Park – City of Lawrence
- Andreina Viera – The Vieras