Lynn

Lynn for decades was known as “Shoe City,” as the shoe-making industry drove Lynn’s growth into the early nineteenth century. Since the last shoe factory closed in the 1980s, Lynn has been working hard on economic and cultural revitalization. In April 2018, The Boston Globe named Lynn one of the “Top spots to live in Greater Boston in 2018” and EforAll proudly offers both English and Spanish Business Accelerator programs in this diverse community.

Our Programs

Programas también disponibles en español en su comunidad.

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.

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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.

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Lynn Entrepreneurs

STARTUP HONORS FOUNDER’S AFRICAN ROOTS

Rooted Wraps is a lifestyle brand that offers a colorful selection of head wraps using fabrics from Sierra Leone, the…

TURNING HER PASSION FOR JUICE INTO A BUSINESS

Romeo’s Smoothies & Juices provides all-natural fresh juices and smoothies in Salem MA. After being an avid juicer for eight…

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Upcoming Events

Lynn 2020 Summer Accelerator

Classes start on July 7, 2020. Must apply by May 20th!

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Local Stories and News

‘No One Has Navigated Something Like This Before’

The Boston Globe – June 25, 2020

Guide: Resources for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs in Boston

BostInno.com – June 10, 2020

Lynn Business Program Accelerates Access to Latinos

ItemLive.com – May 10, 2020

Partnering up to support small businesses just as many approach the COVID-19 precipice

PIttsburgh Post Gazette – May 7, 2020

Despite Pandemic Stress, Entrepreneurship Grows

Lowell Sun – May 3, 2020

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Lynn Mentor Spotlight

Caroline Laramie

What is Your Favorite Thing About Being an EforAll Mentor?

“My favorite part of being an EforAll Mentor is seeing someone’s passion turn into a reality. I love seeing the spark that the process gives the entrepreneur. What I will say I was most surprised about though was the spark that it gave me to re-up my own confidence and abilities. After all, we are all just people trying to make this crazy life work!”

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Local Volunteer Opportunities

Our community engages over 200 volunteers each year to help support entrepreneurs who participate in our Business Accelerators and Pitch Contests. There are several volunteer options so you can apply for the one that best fits your interests and availability.

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