https://cameonetwork.org/
CAMEO Network creates a thriving ecosystem of resources for all entrepreneurs and represents the voice for micro and small businesses nationwide.
CAMEO Network is made up of over 400 organizations, agencies, and individuals dedicated to furthering business development across the nation with small and micro-business financing such as loans and credit, technical assistance and business management training. We build capacity and expand resources for our members. We also educate the public on the economic impacts of micro-business through public awareness and advocacy at the local, state and federal level to support the growth of micro-business, start-ups, and entrepreneurs.
Mission, Vision, and Values
Support start-up microbusiness, build wealth, and create strong communities.
| MISSION STATEMENT | To grow a thriving ecosystem of support for underserved entrepreneurs. |
| VISION STATEMENT | All entrepreneurs have access to the resources they need to succeed, creating family economic mobility and community prosperity. |
| ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES | Diversity Collaboration Trusted Partner Impact Innovative Thought Leader Passion |
Annually, CAMEO members serve about 200,000 very small businesses with training, business and credit assistance and loans. These firms – largely start-ups with less than five employees – support or create more than 300,000 new jobs in California and generate a total of $15 billion in economic activity.
| CDFI Incubator | CAMEO Academy | Fostering Ecosystems |
|---|---|---|
| A comprehensive incubator program for mission-based lenders that would like to build and strengthen their lending infrastructure. | The CAMEO Academy’s capacity building programs aim to expand business assistance training and ensure our members can meet their clients’ needs. | CAMEO is a convener and works to build strong ecosystems regionally and statewide. |
| Programs | Programs | Programs |
| – MicroLending Essentials – CDFI Essentials – Impact Fund – Consulting Services |
– Capacity Building Webinars – Learning Management System – Trainings and Workshops |
– Entrepreneurship Advantage, Greater LA Region – WE CAN Project – Regional Meetings |
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