Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE) South Georgia holds ribbon cutting in Tifton

TIFTON, Ga. – A newly established facility is aiming to redefine the landscape for entrepreneurs. Offering support and resources to foster success.

Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE) South Georgia marked a significant milestone with the ribbon cutting ceremony of their new facility in Tifton, signaling a pivotal step in supporting entrepreneurs on their path to business growth.

As a non-profit organization, ACE South Georgia distinguishes itself by offering non-traditional lending solutions tailored to small to medium-sized businesses.

“One of the great things that I love about ACE is besides giving capital, we help with coaching and connection. So, if you are not loan ready, that is fine, and will help you to get there. So, we may help you with how to do your profit and loss sheet, how to balance your books. We also have free workshops throughout the year, and speed coaching in Atlanta to get you in front of some right people to give you the resources you need in order to grow. So, that’s one of the great things about ACE is the coaching and the connection. So, connection like today does, putting you in the room with other entrepreneurs to help make your business grow,” said Chanel Randolph, ACE South Georgia, Commercial Loan Officer.

With a focus on providing essential support through capital, coaching, and valuable connections, ACE South Georgia aims to empower businesses and catalyze regional economic development.

Chanel Randolph, ACE South Georgia Commercial Loan Officer, delves into the critical role of organizations like ACE in uplifting entrepreneurs in south Georgia.

“I think is very important for south Georgia, because most of us that live in south Georgia know that most of the companies here are locally owned. They’re owned from generation to generation. And, so, being able to give them the capital, the culture and connection that they need to expand and keep that generation going on. Whenever you help a small business in Georgia, you’re not just helping that business owner, you’re helping the ten families that work at that business,” said Randolph.

ACE demonstrates a dedicated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity within their programs and opportunities.

“So, I love that ace focuses on diversity. We focus on women owned, minority owned, and low to moderate income areas, low to moderate income businesses. So, we make sure that they are included because they are the heartbeat of our community. So, making sure that they profit from the capital culture connection that we have to help them expand their businesses to grow,” said Randolph.

For more information visit ACE South Georgia’s Facebook page.

De’Andra Jacobs reporting.

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